Cluster Overview: Architecture & Construction
Upon completion of these materials, students will know the career pathways and some corresponding occupations within the Architecture & Construction CTE cluster.
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Lesson materials include:
- Lesson Plan
- Instructional Video
- Guided Notes
- Student Test
Helping your students discover, understand, and evaluate various career paths and occupations within the Architecture & Construction cluster that align with their personal interests, skills, and values.
Occupation Research Tools 87
MyCareerTech offers full occupation reports on 87 Occupations across the 3 Architecture & Construction Career Pathways.
Construction Pathway 87
Employees in construction literally build our future! These are the people who build and remodel houses, apartments, industrial buildings, warehouses, office buildings, churches, schools and recreational facilities. This pathway also includes the builders of highways, streets, bridges, tunnels and airports as well as power plants, chemical plants, refineries and mills.
Design/Pre-Construction Pathway 11
People with careers in design and pre-construction create our future! They turn a concept into a set of plans. Their plans guide other construction professionals as they continue the building process.
Maintenance/Operations Pathway 17
Employees in maintenance and operations keep our future intact! These are the people who unload, inspect, and move new equipment into position. They determine the optimal placement of machines in a plant, assemble machinery, install machinery, repair machinery and perform preventive maintenance. They detect, diagnose and correct minor problems on machinery. They keep the structure of an establishment in good repair. They maintain the smooth operation of refineries, power plants, chemical plants and mills.
MyCareerCorner 6
MyCareerCorner is a series of short, 3–5-minute video Q&A from individuals across different careers and occupations giving insight and advice about their job, industry, and real-life professional experiences. Each MyCareerCorner episode includes an online activity that will challenge students to think deeper about the cluster and apply what they’ve learned.
Work-Based Learning in Construction with Ashton Watt
Ashton Watt talks about the value of gaining experience and exposure to the Construction industry through Work-Based Learning programs.
Starting Strong in Construction with Ashton Watt
Ashton Watt discusses the skills and values they look for when hiring employees for Construction jobs. He also gives advice for people looking to start a career in the industry.
Building Construction Careers with Ashton Watt
Ashton Watt talks about opportunities available for young people interested in Construction, including Apprenticeships, Internships, and training programs to help them grow their knowledge and expertise for a successful career.
Closing the Gap in Construction Careers with Ashton Watt
Ashton Watt discusses the coming knowledge gap in the construction industry and the opportunities for the future workforce to build an amazing career.
The High Demand for Skilled Builders with Ashton Watt
Ashton Watt covers the key Trades that are in demand in the Construction industry and the opportunity to build a lucrative career in those roles.
Why Skilled Trades Are Worth Considering with Ashton Watt
Ashton Watt discusses the many benefits of a career in the Skilled Trades.
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Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Industries at a Glance, at bls.gov/iag/tgs/iag_index_alpha.htm (visited March 20, 2024).