Construction Trades
The construction trades courses offer an understanding to the disciplines needed for general construction. Safety is the cornerstone in any construction environment and is taught first and foremost for all trades areas from OSHA standards. Students will learn how to calculate basic plans to determine materials costs, read blueprints or schematics, and adhere to current building codes and energy saving standards in a hands-on environment. The core trade areas that are offered are:
- Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)
- Plumbing (inactive)
- Residential Electrical Wiring (inactive)
- Weatherization (inactive)
General Contractor’s License Preparation
This 66-hour course prepares students for the General Contractor’s licensing examination. Emphasis on blueprints, laws and regulations, employment security laws of NC, and workers’ compensation. Upon successful completion of the course, students are eligible to sit for the NC Contractor’s licensing examination.
Industrial Maintenance Training
The industrial maintenance program is a unique training program offered by Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute. The program is designed to provide students with basic entry level opportunities in the industrial maintenance field. It was developed utilizing industry-based skill standards and interview feedback from representatives of leading Caldwell County industries.
This course consists of two sessions, Part I and II, for classroom and hands-on training. The industrial maintenance program introduces trainees to the basics of manufacturing maintenance by emphasizing the importance of safety, automation, blue print/schematic reading, trouble shooting, problem solving and intro to electricity, PLC, welding, hydraulics, pneumatics, and several other maintenance disciplines.
Welding
These courses are designed to provide the beginner and professional the opportunity to gain or develop skills. MIG, TIG, stick, pipe, and basic welding offer the beginner or professional the opportunity to develop skills that may qualify them for promotion or certification.