| Learning is a life-long
task-- and a life-long adventure! As our lives change, so do
our educational needs. What is right at one stage of life may
not be the right choice in another stage of life. It is for
this reason that the Trades and Industries Academy at the University
of New Mexico- Taos remains committed to providing career and
technical education for the communities of northern New Mexico
and surrounding region. Our courses and programs are designed
to prepare students for career opportunities and changes, as
well as self-employment and personal enrichment.
The Academy of Trades and Industry courses include a wide
variety of both traditional and contemporary career choices.
The Construction Technology Certificate and Associate of Applied
Science (AAS) degree gives students the basic knowledge and
skills in traditional construction practices (Carpentry, Electrical
Wiring, Plumbing, Blueprint Reading and Adobe Construction)
but also in new practices and techniques (Alternative Building
& Construction, Owner Built Home, Solar Design and Photovoltaics).
Our Woodworking Certificate program prepares professionals
and amateurs alike to be able to create the furniture, woodcarvings
(including Santos and sculpture) and cabinetry that they envision.
Traditional woodworking techniques like mortise-and-tenon
joinery and frame-and-panel construction are taught along
with contemporary techniques like lamination and biscuit joinery.
The Culinary Arts program offers a Certificate program that
prepares the aspiring Chef, the professional food service
worker and the passionate amateur. It includes the basics
of food preparation and service along with International and
Southwestern Cuisine.
The Wilderness Education courses give students the knowledge
and skills they need to survive in, be safe and enjoy the
outdoors. Students that are contemplating a career in outdoor
activities will find our courses to be excellent preparation
for the future.
Physical Education classes are as varied as the interests
of our students. With courses like Scuba Diving, Kickboxing,
Power Yoga, Step Aerobics, Zumba, Spinning and Weight Training,
it is easy to see why students of all ages are signing up
for these classes.
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