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Aprenda+ Offers Recognized Training on Topics Such as Concrete, Architectural Design, and Building Materials, with 100% Online Classes
The Ministry of Education is open for registrations for free online courses in the area of Civil Construction from MEC. These trainings have a workload of 20 hours, offered by Federal Institutes, aimed at those seeking professional qualification with certification, without any cost.
If you still think that training in civil construction requires a construction site or a classroom filled with rulers and concrete, get ready to change your mind. The free online courses in the area of Civil Construction from MEC are available throughout Brazil, with high-level technical content, renowned institutions, and issuance of nationally recognized certificates — all accessed with a click.
Technical Knowledge Straight from the Source: Federal Institutes
The trainings are offered by two references in public education: the Federal Institute of São Paulo (IFSP) and the Federal Institute of Rio Grande do Sul (IFRS). Each course has a workload of 20 hours, which can be completed at the student’s own pace. And it’s not about theory detached from reality: the topics cover practical issues in civil construction, such as quality control of concrete, graphic representation of projects, and proper use of materials like wood, metal, and binders.
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See the Free Online Courses in the Area of Civil Construction from MEC
Among the highlights is the course “Introduction to Technological Control Applied to Concrete Plants,” ideal for those who want to understand the production and quality control of this essential material for any construction. The course “Architectural Design” addresses facades, roofs, and vertical circulation based on the main graphic conventions in the sector.
Two other courses complete the offering: “Construction Materials: Metals, Woods, and Finishes” and “Construction Materials: Binders and Concretes.” Together, they make up an essential package of knowledge for those wishing to work, start a business, or update practices in the area.
Easy Registration and Certificate Issuance Guaranteed Until July 2025
Registrations for the free online courses in the area of Civil Construction from MEC (ON THE MEC SITE) are open on the official Aprenda+ platform and can be made until July 2025. Certification is available for all who complete the courses by July 31 of the same year. There are no limits on vacancies or selection processes. Access is immediate, free, and with no prior educational requirements.
The content has been developed to provide an objective, technical learning experience aimed at the labor market. It is the chance to add a qualification with the MEC and institutions recognized like IFSP and IFRS to your resume, without needing to travel or stick to fixed schedules.
