Construction Trades

🏗️ Learn: Carpentry, electrical work, plumbing, blueprint reading
⚠️ Safety Focus: OSHA 30 certification, proper tool operation
🔨 Hands-On Training: Work with power tools, heavy machinery
📚 Grades: 9 (with recommendation), 10-12
⏳ Program Length: 3 semesters
✅ Prerequisites: Intro to Skilled Trades, C or higher in Algebra

Thurston High School's Construction Trades Program provides students with a strong foundation in the essential skills of the construction industry, with a primary focus on safety and craftsmanship. Students learn to safely operate tools and equipment, including power tools, hand tools, and heavy machinery, while gaining hands-on experience in carpentry, electrical work, plumbing, and basic building techniques. The curriculum emphasizes construction safety standards (OSHA 30), proper material handling, and blueprint reading, preparing students for entry-level positions in the trade or further education in construction-related fields. With a focus on practical skills and industry safety, the program helps students build the confidence and knowledge needed for a successful career in construction.