Architecture & Construction Career Training

This training provides entry-level construction workers information about their rights and employer responsibilities. Learn how to file a complaint, as well as how to identify, abate, avoid and prevent job related hazards on a construction site. Review a variety of construction safety and health hazards which a worker may encounter at a construction site. Emphasis on hazard identification, avoidance, control and prevention.

Review changes to the International Fuel Gas and Mechanical Codes for the 2015 code cycle. Completion of this course meets the Oklahoma Construction Industries Board 6-hour continuing education requirement for the Mechanical Journeymen and the Contractors license renewal.

Learn how to read construction drawings. Review the components of a blueprint, scales used for constructions, abbreviations, symbols and keynotes. You may even bring a project to develop in class!

Learn the basic properties of low-pressure steam and hot water boilers, as well as related equipment and controls. Prepares you to take the boiler operator exam for OKC second class. Metro Tech has been approved by the Oklahoma Department of Labor to provide training and to administer the examination for the State Boiler Operator license.

Learn the shop safety and construction techniques to build beautiful cabinets and furniture to add your unique signature to your home. Subjects include project selection and design, joinery techniques, wood selection, finish considerations and project preparation for durable finishes.

Explore the different types of building materials, fasteners, adhesives, hand tools and power tools used by carpenters and those working in the construction industry. Review safety guidelines, procedures and learn general terms associated with the construction trade. Discover modern carpentry practices and procedures while creating a final project. Cover the fundamentals of plans, building codes, framing techniques, as well as roofing terms and tools, hanging and fitting doors and much more.

Learn the fundamentals of computer aided drafting (CAD). Practice the basic commands of CAD leading to the Drafting Technician Architectural (CAD)-II.

Build expertise and manage complex concepts of CAD. Apply theory while working on a project. Your project may include drawings and project management. Several classes may be needed for mastering your techniques.

The U.S. Federal Government requires all individuals who install, service or maintain appliances containing refrigerants to be certified. This course will prepare the student for successful completion of the EPAs Section 608 Universal technician certification of stationary equipment.
Students will be given a test booklet to study outside of class time, and will have three opportunities to complete certification.
Class will be taught in English, but Spanish versions of the booklet and test are available with notification prior to class.
EPA test will be an on-line test only.
Cost of exam is included in the tuition.

Pursue a career or hobby using your own furniture! Produce a handcrafted article you will be proud to display. Advanced students learn tufting, channeling and pillow backs. Tools and sewing machines are provided. Book can be purchased the first night of class.

Enjoy sewing clothes from custom-designed to fitted garments. Learn to create your own patterns and make your dreams of fashion and interior design a reality! Safety and maintenance on sewing machines, sergers, pressing equipment and cutting tools will be covered. Sewing machines are provided. Students will supply materials needed for projects. If you prefer sergers to sewing machines, you must bring your own. Books may be purchased the first night of course.