Students in the Industrial Maintenance Technology (IMT) program at the Laurel County Schools Center for Innovation (CFI) are learning construction skills and how to install residential electrical systems by building “tiny houses.” Mr. Gary Karr, IMT Instructor/Program Coordinator, provides instruction on the fundamentals of construction, including workplace safety, utilization of hand and power tools, structural framework, and installation of electrical apparatus. “We believe that a well-rounded technician should be able to demonstrate basic skill sets in a variety of professional trades such as construction, electrical, plumbing, welding, and air conditioning technology,” remarked Karr.
Students in the IMT program can earn career-ready credentials such as the Electrical Technician, Level One with the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER), and the OSHA-10 Safety Certification with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). “We are pleased to provide our students with applied learning activities that are not only rigorous but require work ethic to include planning, installation, and project completion,” said Dr. James M. Davis, CFI Principal.