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Core Construction

Core and Sustainable Construction Course Syllabus


Instructor: Mr. Yokeley/Mr. Buie

Course Title: Core and Sustainable Construction


Course Description: This course covers the introduction to different trades in the field of construction.  It is the first in a 3 course program in either Carpentry or Electrical Trades.  Skills in leadership, communication, safety, construction mathematics, planning, use and care of hand and power tools, blueprint reading, basic rigging, and problem solving are reinforced in this course.  Work based strategies appropriate for this course are cooperative education and apprenticeship  Hands on experience and Skills USA leadership activities provide many opportunities to enhance classroom instruction and career development.  This course is accredited through the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER).  Students completing this course will receive a certificate indicating what training the student has received for future employment.


Course Objectives: In this class students will master the following:  Demonstrate communication, problem solving, and team building skills; identify terms, skills requirements and employment opportunities; define, discuss, interpret, and use basic safety associated in a school shop and on a job site; demonstrate the various units of measurement and layout tools used in the construction trade; demonstrate the safe and proper use of stationary and hand held power equipment; demonstrate basic blueprint reading; develop basic rigging skills; develop employability skills, and understand their role in the green environment.


Course Goals:  To instill the cornerstones of leadership, teamwork, self pride and accomplishment, and the skills of employability in the construction trade.


Core Course Outline/NCCER Module Name:


  • Basic Safety 101
  • Introduction to Construction Math 102
  • Introduction to Hand Tools 103
  • Introduction to Power Tools 104
  • Introduction to Construction Drawings 105
  • Basic Communication Skills 107
  • Basic Employability Skills 108
  • Material Handling 109

Course Materials and Supplies:


  • Well organized notebook, paper, and pencil.  It is suggested that students use a 3 ring binder so that notes and materials can be organized.
  • Text: Core Curriculum,Introductory Craft Skills, 4th Edition NCCER (Provided)
  • Personal Protective Equipment (Provided)
  • A retracting tape measure (Provided)
  • “Construction Master Calculator” (Provided)

Class Rules and Procedures: 

  • Follow all school rules as noted in the school handbook
  • Follow all shop safety rules (Provided separately)
  • Treat others with respect and operate under the principle of professionalism
  • Come to class on time, with all materials, and ready to learn/work


Consequences:  Inappropriate behavior and/or failure to comply with classroom and shop rules, or safety procedures including (but not limited to) theft, neglect, destruction of school property or other students’ projects will result in one or more of the following:



  • Verbal or written reprimand
  • Timeout
  • Parent Consultation
  • Afternoon Detention
  • Administrative Referral


Course Instructional Methods:  The instructor will be using oral instruction from the textbook and other teaching materials, as well as guiding the students in hands-on (shop) instruction.



Grading Policy:  Grades for each nine week grading period will be based on tests, quizzes, homework assignments, and class/shop participation.  Your nine weeks grade will be calculated as follows:


  • Tests: 60% Major
  • Performance Assessments/Quizzes/Class Participation: 40%

*Note*:   The end of course exam will count as 20% of the student’s final grade.  If the student passes all of the assignment modules and is eligible for NCCER certification, they will not be required to take the final exam and will be given an exam grade of 100.  If the student is not certified through NCCER, they will be required to take the final exam.



Grading Scale:  A(100-90), B(89-80), C(79-70), D(69-60), F(Below 60)



Testing:  Students may take the end of module test 3 times to achieve a grade of 70 to pass the written examination, or to improve their grade.  The “hands on” Performance evaluation requires a score of 100 and can be taken as many times as needed to achieve the perfect score.



Absences and Late Assignments:  Due to the nature and pace of instruction of this course, it is strongly recommended that students be in class on time, and ready to learn.  It is the students responsibility to make up any work missed due to absence.  The student will have 5 days upon returning to school to make up any work missed.  All after school time must be coordinated with the teacher.


Progress Reports:  Progress reports will be sent home at the time designated by the school administration.  It is very important that we work together to ensure your child’s academic success.  You may check your student’s academic progress through PowerSchool’s Parent Portal.  PowerSchool’s Parent Portal is an online resource that gives parents access to their child’s: grades and attendance, grade history, attendance history, teacher comments, and email notifications detailing their child’s academic progress.  If you are not using the Parent Portal, you may pick up your student’s account information in the office.  Progress reports will be sent home midway through each quarter.  If you do not receive a report, please let me know.



Teacher Contact:  I can be contacted by phone at the school during 4th period (1:40-3:05), or by email anytime at [email protected]

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Students and Parents:  Please read, sign, and date the Parent/Student Contract and return it as soon as possible.



























Core and Sustainable Construction


Parent Student Contract


School Year: 2024-2025


Signing this document states that I have read and understand the rules, consequences, expectations, and procedures








Student Name:  ______________________________________________________






Student Signature:  _____________________________________ Date: _________






Parent/Guardian Signature:  ____________________________________________




Date: ______________





This signed document will be placed on file in the classroom for reference as needed.



Date Returned: