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The GCA Trades Academy now accepts VISA & MasterCard.
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Calendar of Events
9/3/2010
- Sept. 8 HVAC 3: Water Treatment
9/3/2010
- Sept. 7 CARPENTRY 1: Roof Framing
9/3/2010
- September 6th HOLIDAY: Labor Day - CLOSED
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Upcoming Training Schedule
Basic Safety
This 15-hour course complies with OSHA-10 training requirements and explains the safety obligations of workers, supervisors, and managers to ensure a safe workplace. The course discusses the causes and results of accidents and the impact of accident costs, defines safe work procedures, proper use of personal protective equipment, and working with hazardous chemicals, and identifies other potential construction hazards, including hazardous material exposures, welding and cutting hazards and confined spaces.
Where & When
Barrigada Training Facility
Monday & Wednesdays
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
September 22, 2010 - October 11, 2010
GCA Conference Room
Tuesday & Thursdays
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
October 5, 2010 - October 21, 2010
Barrigada Training Facility
Tuesday & Thursdays
2:30 pm - 5:00 pm
October 26, 2010 - November 11, 2010
Tuition:
$180.00
Introduction to Construction Math
This 15-hour course reviews basic mathematical functions and explains their applications to the construction trades and explains how to use and read various length measurement tools, including standard and metric rulers and tape measures, and the architect's and engineer's scales. The course explains decimal-fraction conversions and the metric system, using practical examples and reviews basic geometry as applied to common shapes and forms.
Where & When
Barrigada Training Facility
Saturdays
12:00 noon - 5:00 pm
September 18, 2010 - October 2, 2010
Barrigada Training Facility
Monday & Wednesdays
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
October 13, 2010 - November 11, 2010
Tuition:
$180.00
Introduction to Hand Tools & Power Tools
This 20-hour course introduces trainees to hand tools that are widely used in the construction industry, such as hammers, saws, levels, pullers, and clamps, explains the specific applications of each tool and shows how to use them properly, and discusses important safety and maintenance issues related to hand tools. The course also provides detailed descriptions of commonly used power tools, such as drills, saws, grinders, and sanders, reviews applications, proper use, safety, and maintenance.
Where & When:
Barrigada Training Facility
Monday & Wednesdays
2:30 pm - 5:00 pm
September 20, 2010 - October 13, 2010
Basic Rigging
This 15-hour course explains how ropes, chains, hoists, loaders, and cranes are used move material and equipment from one location to another on a job site, describes inspection techniques and load-handling safety practices, and reviews American National Standards Institute (ANSI) hand signals.
Where & When
Barrigada Training Facility
Tuesday & Thursdays
2:30 pm - 5:00 pm
September 14, 2010 - September 30, 2010
Basic Installation & Maintenance
This 17½ - hour Level 2 course covers the application & installation of various types of fasteners, gaskets, seals, & lubricants, as well as the installation & adjustment of different types of belt drives, bearings, & couplings, including job documentation & customer relations.
Where & When
Barrigada Training Facility
Tuesday & Thursdays
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
September 30, 2010 - October 21, 2010
Tuition:
$210.00
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