Residential & Commercial Construction Pathway

With major infrastructure projects, housing developments, and green energy upgrades on the rise, there’s a growing demand for skilled workers in the construction industry. Education in construction—whether it’s learning trades, design, or project management—gives students a clear pathway to a stable, high-demand career. Getting started early means gaining hands-on experience and industry certifications that can lead straight to well-paying jobs right out of high school or college.

In the Construction Technology pathway, you’ll learn how to safely use tools and work with construction materials. You’ll discover how to create foundations, walls, ceilings, and roofs.

Courses

YEAR 1: Residential Construction

Course Description

The first course will delve into planning, managing, designing, and estimating for projects. You’ll explore construction trends and learn math for construction tasks. Understanding blueprints and site preparation will be covered. Carpentry skills will be developed, including crafting wooden structures and repairs. Topics like framing, wall installation, roofing, flooring, and wiring will be taught, along with sustainable construction practices.

YEAR 2: Remodeling & Additions Construction Capstone

Course Description

Building upon prior construction knowledge, the second course focuses on renovating and expanding existing homes. You’ll use math and technical drawings to plan and prepare sites. Practicing carpentry skills is key for house remodeling and additions. This involves correct material placement, following plumbing and electrical standards, and understanding blueprints. The course addresses reading blueprints, project initiation, tool usage, scheduling, estimating, progress tracking, and teamwork.

For More Information

Contact:

Jairo Salazar, Construction Technology Teacher
jaisalazar@dusd.net

Outcomes

Students who complete residential Construction will take the exam to receive OSHA 10- General Industry Certification.

Electrical Pathway

Courses

YEAR 1: Electrical Technology I

Course Description

Electrical Technology I is a year-long introductory course that allows students to explore how electricity powers the world around them while developing valuable hands-on skills used by professional electricians. Through interactive classroom instruction, laboratory activities, and real-world projects, students learn OSHA safety practices, electrical theory, trade mathematics, circuits, electrical components, and the use of industry-standard tools and test equipment. As the course progresses, students gain experience with residential wiring, conduit installation, service equipment, load calculations, and National Electrical Code fundamentals while learning how electrical systems are designed, installed, and maintained. Aligned with California CTE standards and NCCER Electrical Level 1 competencies, this course helps students build technical knowledge, confidence, problem-solving abilities, and workplace skills while preparing them for Electrical Technology II and future opportunities in the electrical trades.

For More Information

Contact:

Paul Gomez, Electrical Technology Teacher
pgomez@dusd.net

Outcomes

Students who complete residential Construction will take the exam to receive OSHA 10- General Industry Certification.

Learn More: CTE Pathways at Warren

Each CTE Pathway is industry-focused and usually consists of 2-3 courses. The last course in the pathway is the capstone. When students complete a course they may receive college credit or receive an industry certificate. Click on each industry below to see details about the courses and outcomes.