MC3 Pre-Apprenticeship - Major #9241

Certificate of Completion Program Map

The program map below represents an efficient and effective course taking sequence for this program. Individual circumstances might require some changes to this path. It is always recommended that you meet with your pathway counselor to develop a personalized educational plan.


In this program, students learn introductory construction skills used by Sheet Metal Workers, Plumber/Steamfitters, Electricians, Painters, Ironworkers. Masons, and Teamsters. Through in-person expert demonstrations for each trade and under the guidance of their instructor, students join pipe, assemble sheet metal, pull conductors, paint, assemble rebar, walk iron beams, grind steel, and pour concrete. Students also learn history, safety practices, trade norms, tools, working conditions, and methodology used for each trade. They learn best practices for a job interview, and they create an informative resume that demonstrates hands-on skills learned in the program. Students may also be introduced to other trades via guest speakers, e.g. Carpenter, Drywaller/Latherer, Insulator, Laborer, and Roofer/Water Proofer.


Upon completion of the program, students will:
  1. 1. Prepare students with pre-apprenticeship introductory skills and experiences necessary to apply for an apprenticeship as a Sheet Metal Worker, Ironworker, Plumber/Pipefitter, Painter, Mason, Electrician or Teamster.
Effective Term: 2024 Fall Semester

Certificate of Completion Requirements 

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PREAPP 320
MC3 Pre-Apprenticeship Core

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Effective Term: 2024 Fall Semester
In this course, students learn introductory construction skills used by Sheet Metal Workers, Electricians, Painters, and Plumber/Pipefitters. Through in-person expert demonstrations for each trade while under the guidance of their instructor, students join pipe, assemble sheet metal, pull conductors, and paint. Students also learn history, safety practices, trade norms, tools, working conditions, and methodology used for each trade. Students may also learn about other building trades via special guest speakers. For lab instruction, travel is required to various training centers in the Fresno metropolitan area.
Course Details:
  1. Advisory: AT 10
  2. Advisory: AT 130

        PREAPP 321
        MC3 Pre-Apprenticeship Essentials

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        Effective Term: 2024 Fall Semester
        In this course, students learn introductory construction skills used by Iron Workers, Masons, and Operating Engineers. Through in-person expert demonstrations for each trade while under the guidance of their instructor, students grind iron, walk iron beams, assemble rebar, and operate a backhoe, vertical scissor lift, and/or an articulating scissor lift. Students also learn history, safety practices, trade norms, tools, working conditions, and methodology used for each trade. Students may also learn about other building trades via special guest speakers. For lab instruction, travel is required to various training centers in the Fresno metropolitan area.
        Course Details:
        1. Advisory: AT 10
        2. Advisory: AT 40
        3. Advisory: AT 130
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