Discover the Trades: Building, Fixing & Creating the World Around Us
Planned Skilled Trades course: Discover the Trades: Building, Fixing & Creating the World Around Us.
- Level
- Level 1 — Beginner
- Learning time
- 5 hours
- Planned CEUs
- 0.5 CEUs
Student Portal · Skilled Trades & Applied Technology
Explore systems, materials, tools, safety concepts, and problem-solving foundations that support skilled work through a transparent curriculum map.
Choose a pathway
Open any pathway to view its mapped progression. These planning cards show the future curriculum only; their learning materials are still in development.
Planned learning pathway for Exploring the Skilled Trades.
40 hours · View pathway ↓Planned learning pathway for Tools, Measurement & Shop Fundamentals.
90 hours · View pathway ↓Planned learning pathway for Workplace & Construction Safety.
125 hours · View pathway ↓Planned learning pathway for HVAC — Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning.
380 hours · View pathway ↓Planned learning pathway for Refrigeration.
170 hours · View pathway ↓Planned learning pathway for Electrical Trades.
415 hours · View pathway ↓Planned learning pathway for Plumbing & Pipefitting.
380 hours · View pathway ↓Planned learning pathway for Automotive Technology.
465 hours · View pathway ↓Planned learning pathway for Diesel & Heavy Equipment Technology.
345 hours · View pathway ↓Planned learning pathway for Welding & Metal Fabrication.
345 hours · View pathway ↓Planned learning pathway for Carpentry & Woodworking.
330 hours · View pathway ↓Planned learning pathway for Residential & Commercial Construction.
315 hours · View pathway ↓Planned learning pathway for Masonry, Concrete & Foundations.
185 hours · View pathway ↓Planned learning pathway for Roofing & Exterior Building Systems.
140 hours · View pathway ↓Planned learning pathway for Drywall, Painting & Interior Finishing.
125 hours · View pathway ↓Planned learning pathway for Machining & CNC Technology.
295 hours · View pathway ↓Planned learning pathway for Industrial Maintenance & Millwright Technology.
320 hours · View pathway ↓Planned learning pathway for Mechatronics & Industrial Automation.
260 hours · View pathway ↓Planned learning pathway for Heavy Equipment Operation.
180 hours · View pathway ↓Planned learning pathway for Appliance Repair.
195 hours · View pathway ↓Planned learning pathway for Low-Voltage & Communications Systems.
200 hours · View pathway ↓Planned learning pathway for Solar & Renewable Energy Technology.
200 hours · View pathway ↓Planned learning pathway for Facilities & Building Maintenance.
195 hours · View pathway ↓Planned learning pathway for Construction Estimating & Project Management.
180 hours · View pathway ↓Planned learning pathway for Advanced Skilled Trades Capstone.
240 hours · View pathway ↓212-course curriculum map
Every card shows its learning level, estimated learning time, and planned CEU value. Courses that are open show a direct link; the rest remain part of the development map.
01 · Skilled Trades & Applied Technology pathway
6 courses · 40 hours · 4.0 CEUs
Planned Skilled Trades course: Discover the Trades: Building, Fixing & Creating the World Around Us.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Tools, Machines & How Things Work.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Could I Work in the Trades? Exploring Skilled Careers.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Hands-On Problem Solving for Young Builders.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Construction, Mechanics & Technical Careers Exploration.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Choosing a Skilled Trade Career Path.
02 · Skilled Trades & Applied Technology pathway
6 courses · 90 hours · 9.0 CEUs
Planned Skilled Trades course: Hand Tools for Beginners.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Power Tools & Workshop Basics.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Measurement, Fractions & Trade Mathematics.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Fasteners, Materials & Mechanical Connections.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Blueprints, Schematics & Technical Drawings.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Advanced Trade Mathematics & Applied Measurement.
03 · Skilled Trades & Applied Technology pathway
6 courses · 125 hours · 12.5 CEUs
Planned Skilled Trades course: Safety Around Tools & Worksites.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Personal Protective Equipment & Hazard Awareness.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Construction & Industrial Safety Fundamentals.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Electrical, Chemical, Mechanical & Fall Hazards.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Jobsite Safety Management & Hazard Control.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Advanced Occupational Safety for Skilled Trades.
04 · Skilled Trades & Applied Technology pathway
12 courses · 380 hours · 38.0 CEUs
Planned Skilled Trades course: How Heating & Air Conditioning Work.
Planned Skilled Trades course: HVAC Tools, Components & Safety.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Heating Systems Fundamentals.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Fundamentals.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Airflow, Ductwork & Ventilation Systems.
Planned Skilled Trades course: HVAC Electrical Systems & Controls.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Refrigeration Cycle, Refrigerants & System Charging.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Heat Pumps & High-Efficiency HVAC Systems.
Planned Skilled Trades course: HVAC Diagnostics & Troubleshooting.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Commercial HVAC & Building Systems.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Advanced HVAC/R Systems & Controls.
Planned Skilled Trades course: HVAC Technician Professional Preparation.
05 · Skilled Trades & Applied Technology pathway
6 courses · 170 hours · 17.0 CEUs
Planned Skilled Trades course: How Refrigerators & Freezers Work.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Refrigeration Fundamentals.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Refrigeration Components & Controls.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Commercial Refrigeration Systems.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Refrigeration Diagnostics & Service.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Advanced Commercial & Industrial Refrigeration.
06 · Skilled Trades & Applied Technology pathway
12 courses · 415 hours · 41.5 CEUs
Planned Skilled Trades course: Electricity for Young Learners: Circuits, Power & Safety.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Electrical Fundamentals & Basic Circuits.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Electrical Tools, Materials & Wiring Methods.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Residential Electrical Wiring.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Electrical Theory: Voltage, Current, Resistance & Power.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Motors, Transformers & Electrical Equipment.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Commercial Electrical Systems.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Industrial Electrical Systems.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Electrical Troubleshooting & Diagnostics.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Electrical Codes, Load Calculations & System Design.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Advanced Electrical Systems & Controls.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Electrician Professional Preparation.
07 · Skilled Trades & Applied Technology pathway
12 courses · 380 hours · 38.0 CEUs
Planned Skilled Trades course: How Plumbing Works: Water In, Water Out.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Plumbing Tools, Materials & Safety.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Pipes, Fittings, Valves & Connections.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Residential Water Supply Systems.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Drain, Waste & Vent Systems.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Fixtures, Faucets, Toilets & Appliances.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Water Heaters & Hot-Water Systems.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Commercial Plumbing Systems.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Pipefitting & Mechanical Piping.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Plumbing Diagnostics & Service.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Plumbing Codes & System Design.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Plumber & Pipefitter Professional Preparation.
08 · Skilled Trades & Applied Technology pathway
14 courses · 465 hours · 46.5 CEUs
Planned Skilled Trades course: How Cars Work.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Automotive Tools, Shops & Safety.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Automotive Maintenance Fundamentals.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Engines & Internal Combustion Fundamentals.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Brakes, Tires, Wheels & Suspension.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Steering & Chassis Systems.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Automotive Electrical & Electronic Systems.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Fuel, Ignition & Engine Management Systems.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Automatic & Manual Transmissions.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Heating & Air Conditioning for Automotive Systems.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Computerized Automotive Diagnostics.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Technology.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Advanced Automotive Diagnostics & Repair.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Automotive Technician Professional Preparation.
09 · Skilled Trades & Applied Technology pathway
10 courses · 345 hours · 34.5 CEUs
Planned Skilled Trades course: Big Machines: Trucks, Tractors & Heavy Equipment.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Diesel Engine Fundamentals.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Diesel Fuel & Air Systems.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Heavy-Duty Brakes, Steering & Suspension.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Hydraulic & Pneumatic Systems.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Heavy Equipment Electrical Systems.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Diesel Diagnostics & Electronic Engine Controls.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Heavy Equipment Maintenance & Repair.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Advanced Diesel & Heavy Equipment Technology.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Diesel Technician Professional Preparation.
10 · Skilled Trades & Applied Technology pathway
11 courses · 345 hours · 34.5 CEUs
Planned Skilled Trades course: Sparks & Steel: An Introduction to Welding.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Welding Safety, Tools & Metallurgy Basics.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Shielded Metal Arc Welding Fundamentals.
Planned Skilled Trades course: MIG / Gas Metal Arc Welding.
Planned Skilled Trades course: TIG / Gas Tungsten Arc Welding.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Oxy-Fuel Cutting & Plasma Cutting.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Structural Welding & Fabrication.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Blueprint Reading for Welders & Fabricators.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Weld Inspection, Defects & Quality Control.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Advanced Welding Processes & Metallurgy.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Welding Technician Professional Preparation.
11 · Skilled Trades & Applied Technology pathway
11 courses · 330 hours · 33.0 CEUs
Planned Skilled Trades course: Build It with Wood: Carpentry for Beginners.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Carpentry Tools, Measurement & Safety.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Wood, Lumber & Building Materials.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Framing Floors, Walls & Roofs.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Doors, Windows & Exterior Construction.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Interior Finish Carpentry.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Cabinetry & Fine Woodworking.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Stairs, Trim & Advanced Finish Work.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Blueprint Reading & Building Layout.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Advanced Residential Carpentry.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Carpenter Professional Preparation.
12 · Skilled Trades & Applied Technology pathway
10 courses · 315 hours · 31.5 CEUs
Planned Skilled Trades course: How Buildings Are Built.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Construction Materials & Building Methods.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Foundations, Framing & Structural Systems.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Building Envelopes, Insulation & Weatherproofing.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Residential Construction Systems.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Commercial Construction Fundamentals.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Construction Documents, Plans & Specifications.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Building Codes & Construction Standards.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Construction Estimating & Project Planning.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Advanced Construction Technology & Management.
13 · Skilled Trades & Applied Technology pathway
7 courses · 185 hours · 18.5 CEUs
Planned Skilled Trades course: Bricks, Blocks & Concrete: Building with Stone-Like Materials.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Concrete & Masonry Fundamentals.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Forms, Reinforcement & Concrete Placement.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Brick, Block & Structural Masonry.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Foundations, Footings & Slab Construction.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Concrete Finishing & Repair.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Advanced Masonry & Structural Concrete.
14 · Skilled Trades & Applied Technology pathway
6 courses · 140 hours · 14.0 CEUs
Planned Skilled Trades course: What Keeps a Building Dry? Roofs & Exterior Systems.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Roofing Materials, Tools & Safety.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Residential Roofing Systems.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Commercial & Low-Slope Roofing.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Flashing, Waterproofing & Moisture Control.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Advanced Roofing Inspection, Repair & Installation.
15 · Skilled Trades & Applied Technology pathway
6 courses · 125 hours · 12.5 CEUs
Planned Skilled Trades course: Transforming a Room: Walls, Paint & Finishes.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Drywall Installation & Repair.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Taping, Finishing & Texture.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Professional Painting & Surface Preparation.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Flooring & Interior Finish Systems.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Advanced Interior Finishing & Restoration.
16 · Skilled Trades & Applied Technology pathway
9 courses · 295 hours · 29.5 CEUs
Planned Skilled Trades course: How Machines Make Precision Parts.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Machining Fundamentals & Shop Safety.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Manual Lathes & Milling Machines.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Precision Measurement & Metrology.
Planned Skilled Trades course: CNC Machining Fundamentals.
Planned Skilled Trades course: CAD/CAM for Manufacturing.
Planned Skilled Trades course: CNC Programming & Machine Setup.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Advanced Precision Manufacturing.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Machinist Professional Preparation.
17 · Skilled Trades & Applied Technology pathway
10 courses · 320 hours · 32.0 CEUs
Planned Skilled Trades course: How Factories & Industrial Machines Work.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Industrial Maintenance Fundamentals.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Bearings, Belts, Chains, Gears & Drives.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Pumps, Compressors & Mechanical Systems.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Hydraulics & Pneumatics.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Industrial Electrical Troubleshooting.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Machinery Alignment & Precision Maintenance.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Preventive & Predictive Maintenance.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Advanced Millwright & Industrial Maintenance.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Industrial Maintenance Technician Professional Preparation.
18 · Skilled Trades & Applied Technology pathway
8 courses · 260 hours · 26.0 CEUs
Planned Skilled Trades course: Machines That Think: An Introduction to Automation.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Mechanical, Electrical & Electronic Systems.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Sensors, Relays & Industrial Controls.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Programmable Logic Controllers — PLC Fundamentals.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Motor Controls & Variable Frequency Drives.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Industrial Robotics & Automated Manufacturing.
Planned Skilled Trades course: SCADA, HMI & Industrial Control Systems.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Advanced Mechatronics & Automation Systems.
19 · Skilled Trades & Applied Technology pathway
7 courses · 180 hours · 18.0 CEUs
Planned Skilled Trades course: Excavators, Loaders, Dozers & Big Machines.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Heavy Equipment Safety & Fundamentals.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Excavator Operation Fundamentals.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Loader & Skid-Steer Fundamentals.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Dozer & Grading Fundamentals.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Earthmoving, Trenching & Site Preparation.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Advanced Heavy Equipment Operations & Site Coordination.
20 · Skilled Trades & Applied Technology pathway
8 courses · 195 hours · 19.5 CEUs
Planned Skilled Trades course: How Household Appliances Work.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Appliance Repair Tools & Electrical Fundamentals.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Washers, Dryers & Laundry Equipment.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Refrigerators & Freezers.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Ovens, Ranges & Cooking Equipment.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Dishwashers & Water-Using Appliances.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Electronic Controls & Appliance Diagnostics.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Advanced Appliance Service & Repair.
21 · Skilled Trades & Applied Technology pathway
8 courses · 200 hours · 20.0 CEUs
Planned Skilled Trades course: How Buildings Communicate: Wires, Networks & Signals.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Low-Voltage Wiring Fundamentals.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Structured Cabling & Network Installation.
Planned Skilled Trades course: CCTV & Video Surveillance Systems.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Access Control & Electronic Security Systems.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Fire Alarm System Fundamentals.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Fiber Optics Installation & Testing.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Advanced Low-Voltage Systems Integration.
22 · Skilled Trades & Applied Technology pathway
7 courses · 200 hours · 20.0 CEUs
Planned Skilled Trades course: How Solar Panels Make Electricity.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Renewable Energy Fundamentals.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Solar Photovoltaic Systems.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Solar System Installation & Electrical Integration.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Batteries & Energy Storage Systems.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Solar System Design & Performance Analysis.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Advanced Renewable Energy Systems.
23 · Skilled Trades & Applied Technology pathway
7 courses · 195 hours · 19.5 CEUs
Planned Skilled Trades course: Taking Care of Buildings: Maintenance Basics.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Building Maintenance Fundamentals.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Basic Electrical, Plumbing & HVAC Maintenance.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Preventive Building Maintenance.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Commercial Facilities Systems.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Building Automation & Energy Management.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Advanced Facilities Management & Building Systems.
24 · Skilled Trades & Applied Technology pathway
7 courses · 180 hours · 18.0 CEUs
Planned Skilled Trades course: How Construction Projects Come Together.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Reading Plans & Understanding Project Documents.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Materials Estimating & Quantity Takeoffs.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Labor, Equipment & Cost Estimating.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Construction Scheduling & Project Coordination.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Contracts, Procurement & Subcontractor Management.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Advanced Construction Project Management.
25 · Skilled Trades & Applied Technology pathway
6 courses · 240 hours · 24.0 CEUs
Planned Skilled Trades course: Diagnosing Real-World Mechanical Problems.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Blueprints, Schematics & Technical Documentation Across Trades.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Troubleshooting Electrical, Mechanical & Fluid Systems.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Integrated Building Systems: HVAC, Electrical & Plumbing.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Technical Leadership, Estimating & Jobsite Management.
Planned Skilled Trades course: Skilled Trades Professional Capstone.