Contest

What is the International Apprenticeship Contest?


The International Apprenticeship Contest is a joint Labor/Management effort that brings apprentices together to showcase the high skill level expected of union members of the Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Industry.
     

Upcoming Dates & Locations

International Contest:March 6-9, 2011
Registration/Orientation:March 6, 2011
Competition Days:March 7 - 8, 2011
Banquet:March 9, 2011

Departure:March 10, 2011

Portions of the International Contest will be conducted at both:

Sheet Metal Workers LU #88 JATC
2540 Marco Street
Las Vegas, NV 89115

RIO Hotel & Casino
3799 W. Flamingo Road
Las Vegas, NV 89103

Contest Downloads

Highlights from the 2010 International Apprenticeship Contest

The 2010 International Contest was held in Las Vegas, Nevada. The iTi would like to thank the Sheet Metal Workers Local 88 JATC for hosting the event at their school.

 

Highlights     Winners

View the Contest Highlights Video (requires Flash)

2010 Photos and Videos

You are invited to look at iTi photographs from the Contest, including the five (5) groups and some shots from the Thursday night banquet. Click on the link below or paste it in your browser to get started - http://millersalbums.com/?event=23288Witivegas.

You may also purchase the 2010 International Contest 30 X 10 panoramic print directly from the photographer. To view a larger version of this photo, click on the link below or paste it in your browser - http://carlcoxphoto.com/iti2010.htm.

Prints from the storefront may be ordered directly from the website, however the panorama must be ordered by phone - (800) Carl Cox or (301) 670-0086. The cost is $75.00, plus $6.50 shipping and handling.

Contest History

In 1971, the National Training Fund was established for the three-fold purpose of increasing productivity, increasing employment opportunities, and assuring constant modernization of work methods.

For the first time during the history of National Apprentice Contests, funding became available so that future contests could be held in actual live competition. In recognition of the past experience and dedication of the National Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee, the National Training Fund trustees appointed that committee to run the first "live" industry contest for the fourth year apprentices in 1973. The success of that contest in attracting interest and arousing enthusiasm throughout the industry led the National Training Fund to expand the live contest in 1974 to include first, second, and third year apprentices, as well as those serving their fourth year apprenticeships.

In 2006, with the adoption of modular training, contestants competed in one of three specialty areas - HVAC, TAB, or Industrial Welding versus 2nd, 3rd, and 4th year apprentice competitions. In 2007, Architectural and Service competitions were added to the International Contest.

In 2010, Regional Contests were eliminated and all eligible apprentices competed in Las Vegas for the top honors in their discipline.