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Construction Apprenticeship Readiness
Construction Apprenticeship Readiness
at Long Beach City College
Los Angeles Catalog
The Certificate of Achievement in Construction Apprenticeship Readiness provides career opportunities in various aspects of construction, a variety of sub-crafts, and contracting. By completing the certificate requirements, students acquire proficiency in basic construction techniques and in analyzing, evaluating, and providing solutions for a variety of job site situations.
Students will be able to interpret blueprints, estimate materials, layout, and construct a basic residential structure in accordance with Uniform Building Code requirements. Competencies are assessed regularly by student performance in the construction technology laboratory. will provide essential skills that will enable students to gain entry-level employment in the field of Home Remodeling and Repair in the construction industry.
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Carpenters
Construct, erect, install, or repair structures and fixtures made of wood and comparable materials, such as concrete forms; building frameworks, including partitions, joists, studding, and rafters; and wood stairways, window and door frames, and hardwood floors. May also install cabinets, siding, drywall, and batt or roll insulation. Includes brattice builders who build doors or brattices (ventilation walls or partitions) in underground passageways.
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$36,160
$51,390
$89,950
$17.39
$24.71
$43.25
Admissions
You are eligible to apply to LBCC if you:
- Graduated from high with a high school diploma or possess the equivalent
- Are a nonresident who possesses a high school diploma or have the equivalent
- Over the age of 18 without a high school diploma or equivalent
- A minor under the age of 18 enrolled through Dual Enrollment and Credit-by-Exam