_{What are Skilled Trades?}

_{When people think of skilled trades, there are a few that immediately spring to mind. The reality is that there are hundreds of designated trade careers! Some important skills and traits of Trade & Service Industry professionals include; enjoying hands-on activities, like working outdoors, paying close attention to details , and enjoys building things. Generally, trades and service industry professions fall within four main categories:}

Construction

which includes trades such as electricians, carpenters, plumbers, pipefitters, welders, heavy equipment operators, and painters, among others.

Transportation

includes trades such as automotive service technicians and painters, heavy-duty equipment technicians, motorcycle mechanics, and more.

Manufacturing

including trades such as tool & die makers, industrial mechanics (millwrights), precision metal fabricators, among others.

Service

includes Fire Science, which prepares students to provide emergency and medical services.

LBCC Construction Options:

Construction Technology

Electrical Technology

Welding Technology

LBCC Transportation Options:

Automotive Technology

Advanced Transportation Technology

LBCC Manufacturing Options:

Advanced Manufacturing Technology

Metal Fabrication Technology

LBCC Service Options:

Baking & Pastry Arts