Architecture & Construction Pathway

Learn about careers in the construction industry, safety, use of hand and power tools, as well as working with construction drawings and blueprints and material handling. Learners can also become knowledgable about environmentally responsible architecture and construction practices.

IN-DEMAND CAREERS

Construction Manager - $$$

Construction Laborer - $

Plumber - $$

Roofer - $$

Salary ranges based on Larimer County Workforce data.

Electrician - $$

Architectural Drafter - $$

Carpenter - $$

HVAC Technician - $$$

Construction Pathway Planning Guides

Create a four-year high school plan aligned with PSD graduation requirements for your school, beginning with the Class of 2029 and beyond.

SUGGESTED Course Sequence

Level 1 Courses

PRINCIPLES OF CONSTRUCTION (2209)

5 Elective Credits

Offered at: FCHS, FRHS, PHS, TMHS, WMHS

WOODWORKING TECHNOLOGY A (2282)

5 Fine Arts Credits

Offered at: CHS, FCHS, FRHS, PHS, RMHS, WMHS

Level 2 Courses

WOODWORKING TECHNOLOGY B (2233) (2

5 Fine Art Credits

Offered at: FCHS, FRHS, PHS, RMHS, WMHS

CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY A/B (2230A/B)

5 Fine Arts Credits each

Offered at: CHS, FCHS, TMHS

Level 3 Courses

WOODWORKING TECHNOLOGY II A (2237)

5 Fine Art Credits

Offered at: FCHS, FRHS, PHS, RMHS

WOODWORKING TECHNOLOGY II B (2240)

5 Fine Art Credits

Offered at: FCHS, FRHS, RMHS

CONSTRUCTION SYSTEMS 1 A&B (2288S1/S2)

(Geometry in Construction)

5 Fine Arts Credits Each

Offered at: PHS, TMHS, WMHS

  • Capstone Opportunity

CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY II A&B (2005A/B)

5 Fine Arts Credits Each

Offered at: TMHS

 

ARCHITECTURE (2223)

5 Fine Arts Credits

Offered at: FCHS, FRHS, PHS

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The PSD Career Tech Center is a 1/2 day career and technical education (CTE)  program open to all 11th and 12th grade high school students.  This program is located on the Poudre High School campus and transportation is provided from all PSD high schools.

Construction 1:

  • Aims Construction Materials and Systems (5 Elective credits + 3 Aims Community College credits)
  • Aims Print Reading Residential/Commercial (5 Fine & Applied Arts credits + 3 Aims Community College credits)
  • Capstone: Construction (5 Elective credits)

Construction 2 HVAC:

  • Aims Building Electrical/Mechanical Systems (5 Elective credits + 3 Aims Community College credits)
  • HVAC 1A (5 Elective credits)
  • HVAC 1B (5 Elective credits)

Level 4 Course

WORK-BASED LEARNING: CONSTRUCTION (2213) (2213)

Variable Elective Credits

Offered at: CHS, FCHS, FRHS, PHS, RMHS, TMHS, WMHS

  • Capstone Opportunity

Go Beyond the Classroom

Go Beyond the classroom by participating in student leadership organizations, earning college credit, industry certifications, and exploring careers through work-based learning opportunities!

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FRCC

Front Range Community College
Architecture and Construction Program

PSD Architecture & Construction Teachers

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Career Tech Center

Nick Tomasini

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Centennial High School

Robert Montoya

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Fort Collins High School

Garrett Johnson 

 

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Fossil Ridge High School

Kyle Taylor 

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Poudre High School

Chris Boone 

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Rocky Mountain High School

Lucas Burge

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Timnath Middle High School

Kev Murray

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Wellington High School

Cody Kneipp