Construction & Trades
The Construction & Trades Training program includes many areas of basic construction: HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and construction management. Students will gain entry-level and advanced technical and management skills for key areas of the construction industry.
Prepare to achieve national certifications in your area of interest. These programs do not take an extended period of time to complete, and many students have employment lined up prior to graduation. We even offer job placement assistance and career coaching.
Class Offerings
Construction Academy
This 8-week course provides students with both the OSHA 10 and NCCER Core certifications. Gain knowledge in employability skills while working on a construction project. Students will also be provided with job shadowing opportunities one day a week at various local construction companies.
CEU’s: 19.2
Code |
Class Days |
Dates |
Time |
Instructor |
Location |
Cost |
2360 |
Mondays- Thursdays |
Jun. 12-Aug. 10 No class week of July 4 |
9 am-4 pm |
Nicholas Williams |
Plumbing Classroom, Breakthrough Construction Center Larry Caddell Training Center, Carthage |
$211.50 Scholarships provided |
Construction Project Management
This course provides students with the skills necessary to work as a construction supervisor or job foremen. Management skills in people and problem solving, planning, estimating, safety supervision, scheduling, controlling costs and resources will be taught. Text: Project Management, 3rd Edition by Pearson, ISBN: 978-0-13-474426-1.
CEU: 9.6
Code |
Class Days |
Dates |
Time |
Location |
Cost |
3364 |
Tuesday and Thursday |
Aug. 22-Dec. 12 No class on Nov. 23 |
6-9 pm |
108 Logan Hall |
$211.50 + text |
Construction Training – Build a Tiny Home
Learn the basics of carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC and more by building a Tiny home, giving you the skills to either enter the trades workforce or to continue your education with a trade specific class.
CEU: 15.6
Code |
Class Days |
Dates |
Time |
Instructor |
Location |
Cost |
3365 |
Thursdays and Fridays |
Aug. 17-Dec. 1 No class Sept. 1, Nov. 23 & 24 |
8 am-2:30 pm |
Adam Cook |
Habitat Site in Aberdeen |
$187.50 + text |
Electrical Level I
Prerequisite/Co-requisite: NCCER Core
Earn an industry-recognized NCCER Electrical credential. Level 1 introduces trainees to the electrical trade, safety, circuits, National Electrical Code, device boxes, hand bending, raceways and fittings, conductors and cables, electrical construction drawings, residential electrical services, and test equipment.
Code |
Class Days |
Dates |
Time |
Instructor |
Location |
Cost |
3437 |
Monday and Wednesday |
May 16-Aug. 10 |
6-9 pm |
Charlie Johnson |
Palmer Trade Center Pinehurst Campus |
$211.50 + text |
3438 |
Tuesday and Thursday |
Aug. 8-Dec. 14 |
Herbert Hearne |
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4131 |
Monday and Wednesday |
Aug. 21- Jan. 17 |
Charlie Johnson |
Hoke Campus |
Electrical Level II
Prerequisite: Electrical Level I
Earn an industry-recognized NCCER Electrical credential. Level 2 introduces trainees to Alternating Current, Motors, Electric Lighting, Conduit Bending, Pull and Junction Boxes, Conductor Installations, Cable Tray, Conductor Terminations and Splices, Grounding and Bonding, Circuit Breakers and Fuses, Control Systems and Fundamental Concepts.
Code |
Class Days |
Dates |
Time |
Instructor |
Location |
Cost |
3431 |
Tuesdays and Thursdays |
May 9-Oct. 26 |
6-9 pm |
David McCollum |
Palmer Trade Center Pinehurst Campus |
$211.50 + text |
Engineering Technician
The Engineering Technician course provides an intensive overview of the skills necessary for this manufacturing role. You will learn about math, inspection, safety, materials, machining, quality, grinding, electrical systems, automation, motor controls, additive manufacturing, assembly, design, and management. For information, to register and scholarship Information, go to http://bit.ly/40KEId0.
CEU: 33
For additional information, contact Ed2Go at 877.221.5151 or Jenny Troyer at 910.695.3926 or troyerj@sandhills.edu.
Course Type |
Format |
Course Length |
Start Dates |
Cost |
Self-Paced |
Online |
18 Months Access |
Begin Any Time |
$1995 |
Forklift Operator
Earn the National Safety Council’s (NSC) lift truck operator certification by successfully completing this class. Minimum age is 18. Text: NSC Lift Truck Operator, by National Safety Council ISBN: 2818440022999 (available in the SCC bookstore in Dempsey Student Center).
CEU: 1.1
Code |
Class Days |
Dates |
Time |
Instructor |
Location |
Cost |
2376 |
Friday |
Aug. 11 |
8:30 am-4 pm |
Nicholas Williams |
Plumbing Classroom Breakthrough Construction Center Larry Caddell Training Center, Carthage |
$77.50 + text |
Saturday |
Aug. 12 |
8 am-Noon |
General Contractors Update & CE Classes
This course provides General Contractors the necessary 8 hours of Continuing Education required to renew their licenses each year.
Will be offered Fall Semester 2023.
Home Inspection Certificate
This course will help you prepare for a career as a home inspector. You will learn best practices for inspecting residential construction, including inspection guidelines, identifying common defects, reporting methodologies, and risk management. For information, to register and scholarship information, go to http://bit.ly/40Lnw6Y.
CEU: 20
For additional information, contact Ed2Go at 877.221.5151 or Jenny Troyer at 910.695.3926 or troyerj@sandhills.edu.
Course Type |
Format |
Course Length |
Start Dates |
Instructor |
Cost |
Self-Paced |
Online |
12 Months Access |
Begin Any Time |
Joe Cummins & Joe Tangradi |
$2495 |
HVAC Level I
Prerequisite/Co-requisite: NCCER Core
Learn trade mathematics, basic electricity, introduction to heating, and cooling, introduction to air distribution systems, basic copper and plastic piping practices, soldering and brazing, and basic carbon steel piping practices. Text: HVAC Level 1, 5th edition by Pearson ISBN: 978-0-13-518509-4.
CEU 12.6
Code |
Class Days |
Dates |
Time |
Instructor |
Location |
Cost |
3368 |
Mondays & Wednesdays |
Aug. 14-Dec. 13 No class Sept 4 and Nov 22 |
6-9:30 pm |
Gary Giglio |
Breakthrough Construction Center, Larry Caddell Training Center, Carthage |
$211.50 + text |
3466 |
Mondays-Fridays |
Aug. 28 -Dec 20 This class follows MCS schedule |
8-9:30 am |
Nicholas Williams |
HVAC Level II
Pre-requisite: HVAC Level I
HVAC Level II covers the following: alternating current, compressors, refrigerants and oils, leak detection evacuation recovery and charging, metering devices, heat pumps, basic maintenance, chimneys vents and flues, sheet metal duct systems, fiberglass and fabric duct systems, commercial airside systems, air quality equipment, and introduction to hydronic systems. Scholarships are available for this class. Text: HVAC Level 2, 5th Edition by Pearson ISBN: 978-0-13-518512-4.
CEU 14
Code |
Class Days |
Dates |
Time |
Instructor |
Location |
Cost |
3369 |
Tuesdays & Thursdays |
Aug. 1-Dec. 14 No class on Aug. 10 & 15, Sept. 7, Nov. 21 & 23 |
6-10 pm |
Steve Yuskevich |
Breakthrough Construction Center Larry Caddell Training Center, Carthage |
$211.50 + text |
EPA Refrigerant Certification
Pre-requisite: HVAC Level 2 or 1 year of field experience
This course covers the requirements for the EPA certification examinations. Topics include small appliances, high pressure systems, and low-pressure systems. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of refrigerants and be prepared for the EPA certification exam.
CEU: 1.8
Code |
Class Days |
Dates |
Time |
Instructor |
Location |
Cost |
2470 |
Mondays & Wednesdays |
June 14-28 Make-up test TBD in July |
6-9 pm |
Steve Yuskevich |
Breakthrough Construction Center, Larry Caddell Training Center, Carthage |
$77.50 + $25 (for certification test the night of the test) |
NCCER Core: Introduction to Construction Skills
NCCER Core is a prerequisite/co-requisite to Level 1 Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing, Welding, and Sprinkler Fitting classes.
Modules include basic safety, communication skills and an introduction to construction
drawings.
Text: Core: Introduction to Basic Construction Skills, 6th Edition by Pearson, ISBN:
978-0-13-748334-1.
CEU: 6.0
Code |
Class Days |
Dates |
Time |
Instructor |
Location |
Cost |
3440 |
Mondays & Wednesdays |
May 15-Aug 16 |
6-9:30 pm |
Scott Gorman |
Palmer Trades Center Pinehurst Campus |
$211.50 + text |
2366 |
Tuesdays and Thursdays |
May 11-Aug. 10 No classes on June 8, July 4 & 6 |
6-9 pm |
Nicholas Williams |
Plumbing Classroom, Breakthrough Construction Center, Larry Caddell Training Center, Carthage |
|
3442 |
Monday and Wednesday |
Sept. 6- Dec 11 |
6-9:30 pm |
Scott Gorman |
Palmer Trades Center Pinehurst Campus |
Plumbing Level I
Prerequisite/Co-requisite: NCCER Core Essentials
Plumbing Level 1 will introduce you to the plumbing profession, plumbing safety, tools of the plumbing trade, plumbing math, plumbing drawings, plastic pipe and fittings, copper pipe and fittings, cast-iron pipe and fittings, steel pipe and fittings, plumbing fixtures, introduction to drain, waste, and vent (DWV) systems, and introduction to water distribution systems.
CEU 10.2
Text (Plumbing Level 1, 5th Edition by Pearson ISBN: 978-0-13-793383-9)
Code |
Class Days |
Dates |
Time |
Instructor |
Location |
Cost |
3372 |
Mondays & Wednesdays |
Aug. 14-Dec. 13 No classes on Sept. 4 & Nov. 22 |
6-9:30 pm |
Nicholas Williams |
Breakthrough Construction Center Larry Caddell Training Center, Carthage |
$211.50 + text |
NCCER Plumbing Level 2
Prerequisite NCCER Plumbing Level 1
Plumbing Level 2 covers Plumbing Math Two, Reading Commercial Drawings, Structural Penetrations, Insulation, and Fire Stopping, Installing and Testing DWV Piping, Installing Roof, Floor, and Area Drains, Installing and Testing Water Supply Piping, Types of Valves, Installing Fixtures and Valves, Installing Water Heaters, Basic Electricity, and Fuel Gas and Fuel Oil Systems.
CEU 15.5
Text (Plumbing Level 2, Revised 4e, 4th Edition by Pearson ISBN: 978-0-13-314850-3)
Will be offered Spring Semester 2024.
Welding Essentials
Welding essentials focuses on the fundamentals used in basic MIG and Stick welding. The class is designed to provide basic welding skills training. The focus is on safety and techniques including metal cutting and fitting, and welding skills using generally recognized industry processes.
Code |
Class Days |
Dates |
Time |
Instructor |
Location |
Cost |
3441 |
Tuesdays & Thursdays |
July 11- Nov 2 |
1-4 pm |
Steve Howie |
Palmer Trades Center, Pinehurst Campus |
$287.50 |
Welding Level I
Prerequisite/Co-requisite: NCCER Core Essentials
Welding Level I introduces trainees to the mastery of basic welding skills and techniques
including safety, metal cutting and fitting, and welding skills using generally recognized
industry processes.
Code |
Class Days |
Dates |
Time |
Instructor |
Location |
Cost |
3432 |
Mondays and Wednesdays |
Aug 14-April 24 |
6-9 pm |
Steve Howie |
Palmer Trade Center Pinehurst Campus |
$311.50 + texts |
Welding Level II
Prerequisite: Welding Level I
Welding Level I introduces trainees to the mastery of basic welding skills and techniques
including safety, metal cutting and fitting, and welding skills using generally recognized
industry processes.
Code |
Class Days |
Dates |
Time |
Instructor |
Location |
Cost |
3433 |
Tuesdays & Thursdays |
July 18-April 11 |
6-9 pm |
Steve Howie |
Palmer Trade Center Pinehurst Campus |
$311.50 + texts |
Contact
For HVAC, Plumbing, and Project Management Contact:
Lori Degre
Senior Director, Career Training
(910) 695-3939
126 Van Dusen Hall
degrel@sandhills.edu
For Electrical and Welding Contact:
Tess Regan
Coordinator, Advanced Manufacturing
(910) 246-4117
108 Palmer Trades
regant@sandhills.edu
History of the Program at Sandhills
The Construction Industry Training program is made possible in large part through the generosity of The William L. and Josephine B. Weiss Family Foundation and The Palmer Foundation.