Construction Trades
Instructors:
Brian Peets
bpeets@muskegonisd.org
Holly Pontius
hpontius@muskegonisd.org
Para-Professional:
John Smolen
jsmolen@muskegonisd.org
Kirk Kolberg
kkolberg@muskegonisd.org
Course Description:
Our Construction Trades program is designed to teach students the basics of residential construction while demonstrating how those skills can apply to a variety of high-skill, high-wage, high-demand careers within the industry. In this class students will work as a team to build a home from foundation to completion, while learning cutting-edge techniques used in both residential and commercial construction. Emphasis is placed on energy efficiency, sustainability and environmentally friendly practices. Students will earn the OSHA 10-Hour certification to ensure jobsite safety.
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Student Quotes:
"I enjoyed being able to work with my hands and seeing my work at the end of the day."
– Construction Trades Student
"I liked being able to say that I helped build this house."
– Construction Trades Student
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Special Features of the Program:
The main focus of the program is building a home using concepts from LEED and Green building practices.
Work-based learning opportunities are available for qualified students.
Articulated college credit is available from Barren Institute of Technology, and Ferris State University.