NCCER Core: Introduction to Basic Construction Skills, 6th Edition © 2021
National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER®)
Core meets the standards for the Core: Introductory Craft Skills Certification from NCCER.
With its expert advice and richly illustrated examples, Core: Introduction to Basic Construction Skills, sets up students with the foundational skills and questions they will need to progress through further craft training programs and to excel in a construction career.
- Aligned with OSHA’s 10-hour program
- Modules introducing students to various careers
- Updates to Hand Tools and Power Tools modules
- Expanded coverage of construction drawings and math
- QR codes, videos, assignments, and resources provide up-to-date knowledge and industry standards
- Powerful NCCERconnect online course
Introductory construction program with digital integration
A curriculum that introduces students to essential construction and manufacturing skills, the foundation for all craft programs.
Industry recognized authorship
Core is authored by NCCER, a non-profit education foundation created by the construction industry to develop standardized curriculum and credentialing.
Real-world applications
Modules are structured to show students how they can use the skills they’ve learned on job sites and what careers are available to them.
Reinforce chapter concepts and engage students
Dynamic presentations, augmented reality simulations, project assignments, videos, and a focus on employability skills enhance the student training experience.
Prepare students for certification
Core meets the standards for the Core: Introductory Craft Skills Certification from NCCER.
Highlighting
Highlighted during the initial presentations.
Clarity
Clearly defined from the start so students can work them into the lessons naturally.
Practical problems
Selected to reflect common math problems encountered in construction.
Step-by-step
Presented step-by-step for the most clarity and comprehension.
Benefitting the planet
Shows how choices can be made in the construction industry to preserve the environment, save energy, and benefit the overall health of the planet.
Warning boxes
Warning boxes stress potentially dangerous situations, while caution boxes alert students to dangers that may cause equipment damage.
Review questions
Review questions at the end of each section allow trainees to measure their progress through the curriculum.
Online experience
Core is available on NCCERconnect, providing an online experience with a range of visual, auditory, and interactive elements to enhance training.
Interactive eTextbook
Access the interactive student edition eTextbook.
Course management
The easy-to-use interface allows instructors to deliver their course using preloaded content and essential course management tools, including auto-grading.
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Grades 9-12
This program is designed for introductory construction courses.
Core meets the standards for the Core: Introductory Craft Skills Certification from NCCER.
Available student resources include the hardcover trainee guide and NCCERconnect student access.
Pearson offers custom teacher resources for all programs. Use the contact form on this page to request access to instructor resources for this program.
Student digital access to NCCERconnect can be bundled with the trainee guide or purchased separately for 1 year. All access codes are for use by 1 student, for 1 course, for up to 1 year, and are non-transferable.