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Welcome to Mr. Ferguson's Webpage! 

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About Mr. Ferguson

Hello and welcome to my web page.  I have taught at Chapel Hill High School for over 12 years.  I have been fortunate enough to teach a subject that is near and dear to my heart.  The Building Trades program at CHHS has turned out some great students involved in all of the construction trades that I teach.

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Contact Information

Conference Period:  8th Period
Email: fergusonm@chapelhillisd.org

Also, check out the Building Trades webpage!

Classroom Activities

The students are currently constructing two large "8's" for our 2008 graduation.

 

Course Descriptions

ICC - Introduction to Construction Careers (8030)
Grades: 9-10    Length: 1 semester     Credit: ½ credit     GPA weight: 1.0
Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation
This course emphasizes:

  • a basic understanding of career opportunities, training requirements, and minimal skills in carpentry

Building Trades I (8040)
Grades: 10-12    Length: 2 semesters      Credit: 2 credits per year      GPA weight: 1.0
Prerequisite: ICC and teacher approval

Note: This course meets two periods every day and meets requirements for P.E. credit.

This course emphasizes:

  • job-specific training for entry-level employment in construction-related careers
  • carpentry, electronics, plumbing, paining, decorating

Building Trades II (8050)
Grades: 11-12    Length: 2 semesters     Credit: 2 credits per year     GPA weight: 1.0
Prerequisite: Building Trades and teacher approval
This course emphasizes:

  • training and employment in one of the five construction-related areas
  • heavy emphasis on construction math

Building Trades III (8051)
Grade: 12      Length: 2 semesters       Credit: 2 credits per year       GPA weight: 1.0
Prerequisite: Building Trades II and teacher approval

Note: Upon successful completion of this course, students are eligible for the Mill and Cabinetmaking Technician Certification.

This course emphasizes:

  • blue-print reading/specifications
  • cabinetry and millwork
  • building construction
  • electricity and electrical wiring