Module 00100 Build your Future in
Construction
CTE programs prepare students for careers in construction through - correct
answer-hands-on learning
craft training programs can be completed. in - correct answer-two to four years
True or False Earning a construction degree guarantees you will be offered a job
upon graduation - correct answer-False
What percentage of construction employees anticipate having a hire more people in
the coming years to replace retiring craft professionals - correct answer-80%
What percentage of the construction field and office positions are currently filled by
woman? - correct answer-10%
The international standard used for certifying environmentally sound buildings is
known as - correct answer-LEED
A developing technology that always craft professionals to gather and share data
and reports is? - correct answer-IoT devices
The Empire State Building is important in construction history because upon
completion it was the tallest building in the? - correct answer-World
The fact that professionals restore essential services and structures following
disasters is one more reason they can be classified as - correct answer-First
responders
Recent surveys indicate construction careers for all craft professionals typically pay
salaries that fall between - correct answer-$47,000-$92,000
In addition, to possessing specific craft skills what other trades are essential for
construction professionals to advance in their careers - correct answer-Expertise and
decision making skills
The construction of single-family homes falls under the construction sector called -
correct answer-Residential
, The construction roll that is sometimes referred to as the foreman is also called the -
correct answer-crew leader
The construction career that typically requires a 4 year college education is and -
correct answer-Project manager
One of the biggest advantages of pursuing a construction career is the - correct
answer-Large variety of jobs
A craft professional who creates structures by joining metals using high heat and
pressure is called a - correct answer-Welder
A craft professional that requires a good knowledge of blueprint reading and
geometry is a - correct answer-Pipefitter
Apprenticeship programs are typically structured so that learning is - correct
answer-20% in classroom and 80% on the job
OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) - correct answer-An agency
of the US Department of Labor with the mission to establish and enforce SAFE
WORKING CONDITIONS for the US Workforce
PPE (Personal Protection Equipment) - correct answer-Equipment or clothing
designed to prevent or reduce injuries
Example- Gloves Masks EyeWear
A major reason for the projected shortage of trained craft professionals is - correct
answer-Retirement of the Baby Boomers
For every dollar made by men in construction, women make approximately - correct
answer-99 cents
During the 19th century many structures could be built faster due to the invention of -
correct answer-steam-powered machinery
True or False
During disasters craft professionals are considered first responders because they
perform work to restore essential services and structures - correct answer-True
A major benefit of craft training is that - correct answer-you are able to earn while
you learn
One reason construction careers provide craft professionals with mobility is - correct
answer-their skills are often in demand everywhere
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