The Royal ISD CTE Welding Department is thrilled to announce its enthusiastic participation in the upcoming Industrial Craft Competition (ICC) at the renowned Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo (HLSR), where our skilled students will showcase their precision and craftsmanship in the welding and manufacturing arena. CLICK HERE to watch a video about ICC.
The HLSR provides a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience through the ICC as students prepare to join the workforce. The HLSR ICC is planned and conducted annually by the HLSR ICC Committee made up of member contractor (employer) representatives and Texas ISDs. This contest is “invitation-only” and our Royal CTE Welding Department is excited to be a part of this competition for the 2024 Rodeo.
In this contest, students work together to build and execute an industrial skid. Students must plan and execute the construction of an industrial skid using the drawings, donated materials, tools, methods, and safety standards used in industrial construction. In addition to the physical work, students must comply with daily industrial safety expectations, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and daily safety task analysis (STAs). Also, the students will develop detailed schedules for the work and track progress. The competition began at the beginning of the Fall 2023 semester and will culminate at the 2024 Rodeo. After judging, projects will be returned to the participating school districts after the Rodeo for use in teaching the industrial curriculum.
Students see and experience an entire project build. Many students do not realize all the different opportunities available in construction, such as material handling, scheduling, planning, safety, quality control, and project execution. Royal CTE Welding Instructors Selena Castillo and Roldan Salais are qualified and tasked with managing the competitors, supervising the project build, scheduling safety inspections, receiving materials, and overseeing all aspects of student activities.
Royal ISD CTE Welding students benefit greatly from participation in the ICC Competition. Students will acquire skills that will prepare them for industry careers in manufacturing. Students have the opportunity to network with local companies who are looking to hire students after graduation. Scholarships are available for students through HLSR so that students may continue their education in the manufacturing fields.
Royal ISD's CTE Welding Program’s active participation in the Industrial Craft Committee at the HLSR solidifies its commitment to excellence and community engagement. As Royal ISD students continue to showcase their skills on this esteemed platform, they are not just welding. They are forging a legacy of success and contributing to the vitality of the Texas workforce.
