Construction Basics
Your first class is an introduction to the knowledge you will need in the rest of your classes.
Safety must always be on your mind in your new career. During your first semester you will earn your CPR, First Aid and 10-hour OSHA certifications.
Curriculum Outline
Helpful Links
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Term 1 Class Booklets
Math Book
On night 2 of Construction Basics, you will take a math pre-test. Review this book before the start of the semester and it might help you test out of 1 or more nights of your first semester in FEAT.
Safety Book
On night 3 of Construction Basics, you will learn about safety.
Academic Refresher Book
On night 12 of Construction Basics, you will take the Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE). This test checks your knowledge of math, reading comprehension and language. The language portion checks your knowledge of capitalization rules, spelling and sentence structure. If you need to refresh your knowledge in any of these areas, review this book before you take the test.
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