The General Arts & Science (Certificate) program offers a foundational year for students preparing for the workforce or for future study. Students in the Trades stream take core Arts & Science courses in conjunction with a series of hands-on trades labs. Students receive instruction in Bricklaying/Masonry, Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry, and Mechanical trades. These labs are complemented by required courses in communication, computers, physics, mathematics, professional effectiveness, and general education. Students take an online general education elective in the second semester. General Arts & Science is a flexible program. Course sequence can change subject to student goals and class availability. If you've been told to get into the Trades but are not sure what that means, the General Arts and Science Pre-Trades program might be just what you need. Learn about the wide array of building trades programs, with hands-on training from our SLC Trades professors and instructors. This stream gives the student a clearer idea of what trade they may want (or just as importantly - not want) to pursue.