Project Based Learning Electives provided by the Berrien Springs Virtual Academy
Intro to Carpentry, remodeling, and tool usage with Victor Fuentes    Spring 2023
All students must complete a project for these classes.

Instructor: Victor Fuentes
Contact Info: 310-597-1354    email: vicseemailyahoo.com
Location:  46588 CR703  Coloma
Day/Time: Tuesdays 9:30-11:30 for 8 weeks.   Classes begin Jan. 24
Ages: 11-19
No additional registration is required at this location

Class Description:

LIKE TO BUILD THINGS? Let’s build! This class introduces general TOOL usage and Construction SAFETY, with saws, drills, and many other tools used in new construction and remodeling. After the tool usage and job safety skills, the students will apply those skills and construct a small take home project. Then we will move onto real job site type projects like drywall installation, windows and doors, rough walls and floors, and many typical builds one would encounter in the construction trades. There will be TRICKS OF THE TRADES each class as well. This will introduce students to actual home building /remodeling skills on a small scale. Open to any skill level. Victor has been involved in all aspects of the building trades for 33 YRS.

SAFETY and CLASS EXPECTATIONS will be discussed first day of class. 

Required Supplies to bring to class:                             Supplies provided by class:
Hammer (appropriate size for student)                              Tool belt
Tape measure                                                                    Square, construction pencil

Victor Fuentes has over 33 yrs experience in commercial and residential construction, both new and remodeling. He has experience in furniture and cabinet making, and drafting blueprints. Since finishing his apprenticeship in Chicago 1993, Victor has won 3 building awards.


Syllabus

Teacher of Record: Tom Hurst
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