The three-week Cadet Engineer Course provides an immersive introduction to military and civilian engineering principles through a combination of classroom instruction and hands-on construction experience.

The course begins with four days of classroom training, where Cadets learn the fundamentals of engineering, including blueprint reading, project planning, construction safety, and the complete lifecycle of a construction project—from initial concept to final completion. Instruction is designed to provide practical skills that are valuable whether a Cadet pursues a military or civilian career.

 

Following the classroom phase, Cadets apply their knowledge by completing a capstone construction project under the guidance of experienced military and civilian engineers. Working as a team in a realistic military training environment, participants gain firsthand experience while developing leadership, accountability, and problem-solving skills.

 

Areas of instruction include:
 

• Engineering career pathways

• Blueprint reading and interpretation

• Project planning and management

• Construction safety planning

• Structural and bridge design fundamentals

• Physical security planning

• Basic electrical wiring principles

• Basic plumbing principles

• Carpentry skills

• Heavy equipment familiarization and operation

 

Throughout the course, Cadets are challenged to think like military engineers by planning, constructing, and securing their project while operating in a disciplined, mission-focused environment. The result is a demanding, practical program that builds technical knowledge, confidence, teamwork, and leadership.