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| The Immokalee Technical Center is accredited with Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement (SACS CASI). |
| Concretes Roll in the Construction Industry | ||
| Sidewalks, slabs, mortar in bricks, roofing tiles, masonry blocks, tie... Read more:  Ready mix being delivered to a construction site. |
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Careers in the construction industry span everything from simple... |
| Reading Construction Drawings and Plans | ||
Whether becoming an electrician, plumber, or... |
| Commercial Construction |
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We often associate the construction industry as “building houses”. The industry is much broader than such simple perceptions. Commercial Buildings such as restaurants require a laundry list of subcontractors such as low voltage electricians, electricians, plumbers, HVAC, fire sprinkler installers, concrete finishers, framers, drywall installers and finishers, painters, tile installers, finish carpenters, cleaners, fixture installers, gas specialists, roofers, and the list goes on. In Construction Technology at iTECH our goal is to teach the fundamentals of the construction industry as a stepping stone for students to leap out into one of the many different exciting careers that make up that industry.
Breaking away from traditional forms of construction. As technology and building materials change so do the methods of today’s construction. Light Gauge metal studs are one building material being used more often now as an alternative to traditional wood framing. Metal framing has been used for years in commercial construction but now is being found more and more in residential construction from wall studs, to roof trusses, and ceilings. |
| Construction Tech | ||
Above is the logo for the iTECH Construction Technology program. The hard hat and hammer icon represents the construction industry. |
| Working With Power Tools | ||
| Students learn to use various power tools used in the profession of construction in our... Read more:  Photo of Francisco and Bernabe. |
| Carpentry | ||
Carpentry is the most common association to the construction industry. Both the CORE and the... |
| Concrete, Masonry, and Decorative Stone | ||
| Every aspect of construction has so many individual applications... Read more:  Decorative stone beginning to be applied to a custom home. |
| The Industry | ||
Construction Technology at iTECH encompasses all the basics associated with the construction industry. We teach and guide our students into all the aspects of the construction industry. We start off with the CORE program which involves the basics such as hand tools, power tools, reading construction drawings, basic communication skills, rigging, and employability skills. Next we move onto Construction Technology courses. Here we branch off into different specialty modules such as masonry, electric, plumbing, site layout, carpentry, roofing, and more. The goal is to get each student certified by NCCER in CORE and then add each of the modules onto their certification card. NCCER is recognized through out the United States. Employers can access the web site and verify through the student’s certification card and number their relevant experience and module achievement. This helps each student gain employment by demonstrating proof of their applicable skills. Finish Carpentry One aspect of carpentry is finish carpentry. This includes the art of installing crown molding, base molding, casing, stair construction, cabinets, and casework. |
Construction TechnologyImmokalee Technical Center ~ iTECH |
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Program Description The purpose of this program is to prepare students for employment or advanced training in the building construction industry.
Preparation for Employment
Certifications ► NCCER – Construction Technology
Internships ►Materials Handling ► Framing ► Roofing ► Electrical ► Plumbing ► Masonry ► Concrete ► Mechanical / Shop Skills ► Professionalism ► Certifications
Length of Course Request More Information About This Course
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Construction Technology ~ FAQ's |
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Frequently Asked Questions: Q: “With the status of the local economy being so dismal and the construction industry being hit worst, why would anyone pursue a career in construction?” A: “Although times are tough in just about every profession, there is always going to be a need for highly specialized and trained individuals in the construction industry. Keep in mind that the number of baby boomers retiring and leaving the work force will have a dramatic effect on the labor pool of qualified professionals in the very near future. This will create a greater demand. Another factor specific to Southwest Florida is the location. People continue to want to live, move, work, and retire here. The area provides convenient access to shopping, services, and numerous outdoor activities year round.” Q: “Construction is a very broad based profession with so many specialties. I am interested in finish carpentry and painting. Can you teach me the skills and provide me the training necessary for those professions?” A: “Absolutely, the state’s guidelines have the construction technology program set up with minimum requirements for receiving certification through the NCCER. The goal is to spend the first half of the year focusing on achieving those guidelines. The second half of the year is to provide you (the student) with lesson plans and training specifically targeting your personal career goals and objectives relevant to that particular area of the construction field.” Q: “Does the entire course involve just reading and doing assignments in the books?” A: “No, the program includes a variety of training, assignments, and exercises. While you will have required chapters to complete in the books, there are also activities done on the computer and numerous projects and tasks to be performed in the shop working with construction tools and materials.”
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Construction Technology ~ Gallery |
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