Trade Related Learning Courses

Course Code Title & Description Credits Schedule
TRL 100

Green Technologies for Roofing

In this course, students will be introduced to green technologies in the roofing/waterproofing industry. Through classroom and hands-on training, students will be provided with an in-depth study of the concept, installation, and maintenance of green roofing systems including vegetable roofs, photovoltaics, water retention systems and building envel...

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TRL 101

Signal Person Qualification

In this course, students will recognize and demonstrate the proper methods and use of hand, voice and system-generated crane signaling according to OSHA 29CFR part 1926 and ASME Standards 830.23, 830.3, and 830.5. Students will also be able to identify and demonstrate various aspects of crane dynamics and crane movements while signals are given. St...

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TRL 102

Single-Ply Roofing

In this course, students will be introduced to the methods for installation, maintenance, and repair of single-ply roof systems. Through classroom and hands-on activities, students will learn installation and waterproofing techniques currently available in the industry, such as layup and detailing methods for Thermoplastic Polyolefin (TPO)/Polyviny...

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TRL 103

Competent Person Fall Protection

In this course, students will focus on techniques and procedures for a Competent Person in Fall Protection classification. Students will identify policy and procedures through OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) regulations and ANSI (American National Standards Institute) Z359.2 standards which are used in the roofing/waterproofing...

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TRL 104

Understanding the Student Portal

In this course, students will recognize the Portal functions of the Roofers and Waterproofers Research and Education Joint Trust Fund (RWREJTF) website. Participants will review classes, courses, curriculum, and exam management from the perspective of both a student and an administrator. Students will identify the tools needed to fully navigate, ma...

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TRL 105

Qualified Rigger Person

In this course, students will recognize and demonstrate the proper methods and procedures used in the set-up, inspection, and operation of rigging equipment as used in overhead material lifting according to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) construction standards. Attendees will...

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TRL 110

Internal and External Communications

In this course, students will analyze effective and efficient communication skills as they apply to workplace and classroom environments. Students will develop strategies to plan, prioritize, and complete tasks; make decisions; and communicate effectively. All students will create communications and a priority matrix that they can utilize at their ...

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TRL 115

Classroom Management

In this course, students will identify and demonstrate essential instructor skills and strategies needed to effectively manage skilled trades classrooms. Through theory, practical exercises, and real-world scenarios, students will explore how to create positive learning environments that increase positive learning environments and classroom dynamic...

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TRL 140

Apprenticeship Standard Guidelines & Policies

In this course, students will review the policies, liabilities, and fiduciary responsibilities required for Training Directors, Coordinators, and Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee (JATC) members to operate a jointly managed training program in accordance with the Roofer and Waterproofer National Guideline Standards. Students will discuss lega...

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TRL 148

Intermediate Computer Skills for the Trade Teacher

In this course, students continue to develop computer skills needed for teaching in the trades. Students acquire skills in document and spreadsheet creation using MS Word and MS Excel, respectively. In addition, students explore the benefits of using web-based applications such as Google Docs and Google Sheets. Limited to approved union program par...

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TRL 160

Hazard Communication and Radio Frequency (RF) Radiation

In this course, students will identify and discuss the five key elements of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) regulations related to Hazard Communication Standards and Radio Frequency (RF) Radiation hazards. Students will identify, review, and calculate the risk of these safety hazards and the personal protection equipment ...

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TRL 162

Occupational Safety and Health

In this course, students will identify the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 510 Standards and locate resources to supplement safety programs at their local Training Center. Topics include the application of the OSHA Construction Standards for safety and health with an emphasis on construction hazards. Students will define constr...

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TRL 162A

Methods in Teaching Plumbing Fixtures (UA 4003)

In this course, students will identify the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 510 Standards for the Construction Industry and locate resources to supplement safety programs at their local Training Center. Topics include the application of the OSHA construction standards for safety and health with an emphasis on construction hazard...

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TRL 176

Addressing Barriers to Apprentice Success

In this course, students will develop skills to improve communication with apprentices at their local Training Center. By using real-life scenarios, students will learn how to address a variety of issues related to cultural diversity, emotional intelligence, distress or emotional dysregulation, violence, and substance abuse. In addition, students w...

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TRL 211

Planning, Teaching, and Assessing Effective Lessons - Beginning

This is an introductory course for students to become familiar with skills needed to effectively teach adult learners, as well as accommodate and identify different learning skills and levels. Limited to approved union program participants. Level I Prerequisite: Academic Reading and Writing Levels of 6

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TRL 212

Planning, Teaching, and Assessing Effective Lessons - Intermediate

In this intermediate course, students continue to develop skills to effectively teach adult learners. Students create lesson plans for various student learning styles and develop key instructional strategies such as requiring group work and incorporating visuals. In addition, they write clear and measurable objectives and design ways to assess them...

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TRL 213

Planning, Teaching, and Assessing Effective Lessons - Advanced

In this course, students will develop teaching skills by designing courses and using interactive teaching techniques. Students will review strategies for working with various learning skill levels, including ideas and procedures for working one-on-one with students. Classroom questioning strategies and discussions will also be explored. Limited to ...

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TRL 214

Developing and Presenting Effective Lesson Plans

In this course, students will organize and plan a course by developing a situational analysis as well as identifying course outcomes and objectives. Students will also create an assessment plan and schedule while designing rubrics and a course syllabus. Students will then use an eight-step problem-solving model to develop action plans for their own...

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TRL 222

Basic Computer for the Trade Teacher

In this course, students will be introduced to the basics of computers by producing professional looking documents using a personal computer. Students will also create spreadsheets to help prepare budgets and manage numerical information. In addition, students will be provided an overview of hardware and software, creating course handouts, spreadsh...

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TRL 223

Basic Computer for the Trade Teacher II

In this course, students will continue to develop and execute computer functions in an office setting. Limited to approved union program participants. Level I Prerequisite: Academic Reading and Writing Levels of 6

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TRL 224

OSHA 500: Trainer Course in Occupational Safety and Health Standards for Construction

In this course, students will develop methods of teaching the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 10-hour and the OSHA 30-hour construction safety and health outreach programs at their local Training Center. Students will focus on adult learning principles and hands-on training techniques to identify, define, and explain constructi...

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TRL 236

Coyne First Aid for the Trades

In this course, students will become certified to instruct and conduct the Coyne basic life support/first aid training program. The Coyne's program is accepted by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Topics to be covered include providing basic life support for adults, infants and children, as well as performing first aid for m...

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TRL 314

Infection Control and Risk Assessment

In this course, students will identify procedures for the American Society for Sanitary Engineering (ASSE) Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) to perform construction and renovation tasks in healthcare or other occupied facilities. Topics will include practical uses of ICRA tools including containment, negative air flow, high-efficiency partic...

(1.5 Credits) View Schedule
Revised on February 5, 2026

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