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Collinsville Area Career Center

Collinsville,Illinois

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Most classes at CAVC include free college credit through Southwestern Illinois College (SWIC). Some, such as the engineering class, offer the option for possible credit at other universities.

Student in CAVC classes learn occupational-related theory and workplace skills, in addition to hands-on skill development in their specified career area.

Guest speakers from the various professional fields are brought in to help students fully understand their career options. In addition, many trade schools, colleges and businesses, who provide training and certifications, come in to help students evaluate educational options beyond high school.

Finally, employers frequently contact CAVC looking for employees in specific fields. This allows our teachers to make recommendations to assist students in obtaining additional training and/or employment.

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Continue on to a junior college or trade school

Prepare students for the military or trade unions

Provide a foundation for continuation at a four-year college

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This course provides experiences related to the erection, installation, and maintenance of residential buildings and related fixtures. Planned learning activities allow students to understand fundamental principles and methods, and develop technical skills related to masonry, carpentry, and finish work. Instruction includes safety principles and practices, recognition of standard lumber sizes, foundation layout methods, building concepts and procedures, local, state, and national codes, cost estimating, and blueprint reading.

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