Architecture and Construction

What is it?

Do you want to use your skills to design, build, and maintain structures where people live, work, and play? Architecture & Construction is focused on careers in designing, planning, managing, building, and maintaining the built environment.

High School programs of study

• Building Maintenance and Operations
• Carpentry
• Computer Aided Drafting and Design
• Electrical Technician
• HVAC Technician
• Masonry
• Plumbing

Student Credentials

• American Design and Drafting Association (ADDA)
• Electrician Journeyman License
• EPA 608 Universal Certification
• NCCER - Core Certification & NCCER
• Craft Level 1 & 2 Certification

Leads to these careers

• Architect
• Carpenter
• Construction &Building Inspector
• Construction Equipment Operator
• Construction Laborer
• Electrician

Job outlook

Architect

• Avg Salary: $80,630
• Education level: Bachelor’s Degree
• Job Outlook: Stable

Carpenter

• Avg Salary: $44,590
• Education level: High school preferred, plus long term, on-the-job training
• Job Outlook: Stable

Meat, Poultry and Fish Cutter

• Avg Salary: $55,390
• Education level: Post-secondary training, plus on-the-job training
• Job Outlook: Stable