Skilled Trades

Building the World Around Us

Gain practical skills in the safe use of hand and power tools, print reading, applied math, residential and light commercial construction, welding, and metal fabrication. Prepare for careers in the construction and welding industries. Work on real-world construction projects like storage sheds while developing problem-solving, teamwork, and communication skills, which are essential for success in these fields. This program provides valuable opportunities to learn practical skills, gain real-world experience, and explore potential career paths in the construction and welding industries.

WVSD FUTURES Manufacturing

To learn more about this pathway, contact:

Stephen Matzcak

Welding and Construction Instructor

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Career Options & Salary Range

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR EQUIVALENT


  • Assembly or Production Worker
  • Welder
  • Concrete Finisher, Carpenter or Roofer
  • Equipment Operator
  • Landscaper

$340,000-$65,000

VOCATIONAL TRAINING OR ASSOCIATE DEGREE (1-2 YEARS)


  • Machinist, Plumber, Surveyor, Carpenter, or Electrician
  • CNC Tool Operator or Programmer
  • Estimator
  • Industrial or Aircraft Mechanic
  • Service, Electrical, or Engineering Technician

$50,000-$105,000

BACHELOR’S DEGREE (4 YEARS)


  • Aerospace, Agricultural, Construction, Structural, Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineer
  • Production Manager
  • Construction Manager
  • Safety Manager

$80,000-$135,000

ADVANCED DEGREE (6+ YEARS)


  • Material Scientist
  • Architectural or Engineering Manager
  • Project Manager

$110,000-$160,000

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Class Schedule

The table below lets you see the different schedules for different educational pathways. Clicking each of the boxes below will change the table so that you can see the classes required under that pathway. When registering, make sure to use the class numbers reflected on the schedule table for your educational path to make sure you're selecting the correct classes. Click here to learn how to register. While we try to make class options available each semester, we cannot guarantee that all classes will always be available.

Educational Paths

Click a button below to see different learning options within this pathway:

This pathway allows you to complete all graduation requirements for West Valley, while participating in Futures hands-on training, classes, and programs.

9th
Semester 1
9th
Semester 2
10th
Semester 1
10th
Semester 2
11th
Semester 1
11th
Semester 2
12th
Semester 1
12th
Semester 2
Class 1 English:
English 9 or equivalent
English:
English 9 or equivalent
English:
English 10 or equivalent
English:
English 10 or equivalent
English:
English 11 or equivalent
English:
English 11 or equivalent
English:
English 12 or equivalent
English:
English 12 or equivalent
Class 2 Math:
Algebra or Teacher Recommend
Math:
Algebra or Teacher Recommend
Math:
Geometry or Teacher Recommend
Math:
Geometry or Teacher Recommend
Math:
Algebra 2 or Teacher Recommend
Math:
Algebra 2 or Teacher Recommend
Elective:
Math or Choice
Elective:
Math or Choice
Class 3 Science:
Physical Science
Science:
Physical Science
Science:
Biology
Science:
Biology
Science:
Science Elective
Science:
Science Elective
Elective:
Science or Choice
Elective:
Science or Choice
Class 4 History:
World
Health & Fitness:
Health
History:
US History 101
Elective:
Choice
History:
US History 102
History:
History Elective
History:
Civics
History:
CWP
Class 5 CTE:
Welding 101
CTE:
Welding 102
CTE:
Construction 101
CTE:
Construction 102
CTE:
Any CTE
CTE:
Any CTE
CTE:
Any CTE
CTE:
Any CTE
Class 6 Health & Fitness:
Any PE
Health & Fitness:
Any PE
Health & Fitness:
Any PE
Arts & Music:
Any Art
Arts & Music:
Any Art
Elective:
Choice
Elective:
Choice
Elective:
Choice
See all electives
HS Graduation Requirement
Ram to Wildcat
Pathway

This pathway allows you to complete most core college classes for your degree at Central Washington University while at West Valley, so you can advance directly into your major program and reduce your time at the college by up to two years.

9th
Semester 1
9th
Semester 2
10th
Semester 1
10th
Semester 2
11th
Semester 1
11th
Semester 2
12th
Semester 1
12th
Semester 2
Class 1 English:
English 9 or equivalent
English:
English 9 or Equivalent
English:
English 10 or equivalent
English:
English 10 or equivalent
English:
AP English
English:
CHS Engl 111
English:
CHS Engl 201
English:
CHS Engl 170
Class 2 Math:
Algebra or Teacher Recommend
Math:
Algebra or Teacher Recommend
Math:
Geometry or Teacher Recommend
Math:
Geometry or Teacher Recommend
Math:
Algebra 2 or Teacher Recommend
Math:
Algebra 2 or Teacher Recommend
Math:
CHS Financial, CHS Precalc or Calculus
Math:
CHS Financial, CHS Precalc or Calculus
Class 3 History:
World
Health & Fitness:
Health
History:
CHS History 144
History:
CHS History 144
Elective:
CHS Sociology or CHS Psych
History:
History Elective
History:
Civics
History:
CWP
Class 4 Science:
Biology
Science:
Biology
Science:
CHS Chem 110
Science:
CHS Chem 119
Science:
CHS Physics
Science:
CHS Physics
Elective:
CHS ENST 201
Elective:
CHS ENST 202
Class 5 CTE:
Welding 101
CTE:
Welding 102
CTE:
Construction 101
CTE:
Construction 102
CTE:
Any CTE
CTE:
Any CTE
CTE:
Any CTE
CTE:
CHS Econ 102
Class 6 World Language:
World Language
World Language:
World Language
World Language:
World Language
World Language:
World Language
Arts & Music:
CHS MUS 101, 102 or 103
Health & Fitness:
Any PE
Health & Fitness:
Any PE
Health & Fitness:
Any PE
See all electives
HS Graduation Requirement
Ram to Wildcat
Pathway

This pathway allows you to complete all graduation requirements for West Valley, as well as meet the standard requirements for most four-year colleges and universities while participating in Futures hands-on training, classes, and programs. Be sure to check college requirements for your college of choice or discuss any special requirements for your preferred college with your counselor.

9th
Semester 1
9th
Semester 2
10th
Semester 1
10th
Semester 2
11th
Semester 1
11th
Semester 2
12th
Semester 1
12th
Semester 2
Class 1 English:
English 9 or equivalent
English:
English 9 or equivalent
English:
English 10 or equivalent
English:
English 10 or equivalent
English:
English 11 or equivalent
English:
English 11 or equivalent
English:
English 12 or equivalent
English:
English 12 or equivalent
Class 2 Math:
Algebra or Teacher Recommend
Math:
Algebra or Teacher Recommend
Math:
Geometry or Teacher Recommend
Math:
Geometry or Teacher Recommend
Math:
Algebra 2 or Teacher Recommend
Math:
Algebra 2 or Teacher Recommend
Math:
CHS PreCalc or Financial Algebra
Math:
CHS PreCalc or CHS FInancial Algebra
Class 3 Science:
Physical Science
Science:
Physical Science
Science:
Biology
Science:
Biology
Science:
Chemistry
Science:
Chemistry
Science:
CHS Physics or Choice
Science:
CHS Physics or Choice
Class 4 History:
World
Health & Fitness:
Health
History:
US History 101
Elective:
Choice
History:
US History 102
History:
History Elective
History:
CWP
History:
Civics
Class 5 CTE:
Welding 191
CTE:
Welding 102
CTE:
Construction 101
CTE:
Construction 102
CTE:
Any CTE
CTE:
Any CTE
Arts & Music:
Any Art
Arts and Music:
Any Art
Class 6 World Language:
World Language
World Language:
World Language
World Language:
World Language
World Language:
World Language
Health & Fitness:
Any PE
Health & Fitness:
Any PE
Health & Fitness:
Any PE
Elective:
Choice
See all electives
HS Graduation Requirement
Ram to Wildcat
Pathway

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