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The DOL reports that in 2004, the construction industry was one of the
largest in the nation, with earnings higher than the average for all
industries combined, or about $19.23 per hour. With experience, first-line
supervisors and managers of construction trades can make an average wage of
$27-plus per hour, or more than $57,000 annually.
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A cyclical industry with ups and downs, overall construction predictions
expect the field to grow. The DOL indicates total employment is expected to
reach 7.8 million by 2012. The department also reports construction has a
large number of self-employed workers, providing plenty of opportunities to
form your own business.
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TSTC offers top-of-the-line tools and equipment to ensure your hands-on
experience matches industry needs. The student will learn to use:
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- hand tools such as framing square, steel tape,
coping saw, mud knife, masonry trowels, and a cat's claw;
- power tools, including circular and reciprocating
saws, hammer drill, and masonry saws;
- other masonry equipment such as tile cutter, block
saw, stone saw, mixers and floor planer;
- pneumatic tools like framing and finish nailers or
crown stapler;
- shop tools such as drill press, band saw, planer,
shaper and a state-of-the-art CNC machine for wood and plastic; and
- site preparation equipment, including transit and
rod, 'Total Station' laser transit, line levels, excavator and compactors.
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