Intro to the Skilled Trades (i2ST) Program
How-To Guide
The Introduction to the Skilled Trades (i2ST) program is a course that was developed to help people determine which skilled trade they might be interested in pursuing as a career.
i2ST is modeled after the building and construction trades MC3 (Multi-Craft Core Curriculum) which introduces and prepares students for entry into apprenticeships in that sector. i2ST is similar but focuses on the non-building trades with the goal of motivating students to enter apprenticeships, entry-level positions, or further education in the manufacturing and transportation sectors.
The careers covered in i2ST are:
i2ST is structured so that any school / organization (community college, high school, middle school, community-based organization) can run the curriculum with a relatively low-cost equipment investment even if they do not have these programs. A lab / classroom that has benchtop workspaces is needed.
The core technical program introducing students to the trades is 2 weeks long - approx 60 hours, including field trips. Additional courses on math, soft-skills, resume building, etc. can be integrated with the technical program as needed.
- i2ST Overview
- Google Folder (reports, curriculum, course slides, costs, etc.)
The Introduction to the Skilled Trades (i2ST) program is a course that was developed to help people determine which skilled trade they might be interested in pursuing as a career.
i2ST is modeled after the building and construction trades MC3 (Multi-Craft Core Curriculum) which introduces and prepares students for entry into apprenticeships in that sector. i2ST is similar but focuses on the non-building trades with the goal of motivating students to enter apprenticeships, entry-level positions, or further education in the manufacturing and transportation sectors.
The careers covered in i2ST are:
- Automotive / Diesel
- Aviation
- CAD
- Electronic Tech
- Engr Tech
- Ind Maintenance
- Machining
- QA / QC
- Welding
i2ST is structured so that any school / organization (community college, high school, middle school, community-based organization) can run the curriculum with a relatively low-cost equipment investment even if they do not have these programs. A lab / classroom that has benchtop workspaces is needed.
The core technical program introducing students to the trades is 2 weeks long - approx 60 hours, including field trips. Additional courses on math, soft-skills, resume building, etc. can be integrated with the technical program as needed.
