CAREER DEVELOPMENT CENTER

Home Repair Classes

If you are interested in taking this class, please call Georgia at 313-749-5240 or send an email to cdc@greatlakescareer.com


Basic Framing and Drywall
4 week

This 4 week course is the first of our Home Improvement series being offered at the CDC.
Topics include:

* Measurements and Tools
* Building and attaching a partition wall
* Installing and finishing drywall
* Repairing nail pops, cracks, and holes

Home Electrical System
4 week

This 4 week course is the second of our Home Improvement series being offered at the CDC.
Topics include:

* Electrical Safety
* How the electrical system works
* How a circuit works
* Grounding and polarization
* Wiring
* Working with cables, conduit
* Installing receptacles and switches
* Installing electrical boxes
* Installing a circuit breaker
* Installing various lighting fixtures
* Installing fans and vents

Home Plumbing
4 week

This 4 week course is the third of our Home Improvement series being offered at the CDC.
Topics include:

* How the plumbing system works
* Connecting rigid plastic pipe PVC, CPVC, ABS
* Emergencies - quick fixes for frozen or leaking pipes
* Unclogging the clogs
* Running new lines
* Repairing faucets
* Repairing toilets

Deck Building Workshop
4 week

This 4 week course is the third of our Home Improvement series being offered at the CDC.
Topics include:

* Selection of materials
* Planning
* Building
* Finishing
* Deck Care

Flooring Workshop
4 week

This 4 week course is the third of our Home Improvement series being offered at the CDC.
Topics include:

* Hardwood and Wood Laminates
* Linoleum
* Ceramic Tiles

Furniture Restoration Workshop
8 week

Bring in a family heirloom or a garage sale find and bring it back to life! This course provides step-by-step guidance on stripping, staining, varnishing, basic tack upholstering, basic repairs, and troubleshooting touch-ups such as stain and scratch removal.

You will learn how to set up a work area and even how to size up the potential of a yard sale bargain for a quick profit.