APR 101I Trade Skills Fundamentals
This course provides an introduction into the apprenticeship industry and the necessary skills required for selection into a specific trade career. Students will explore current trends in Apprenticeship and basic requirements to enter individual programs. Students will become familiar with licensing and certification in a chosen trade. General topics include: industry opportunities and basic concepts in basic safety, trade vocabulary, trade calculations, hand and power tool care and use, blueprint reading, rigging, and materials and handling, in addition to basic communication and employability skills.