Tri-Tech Skills Center has completed its core modernization project at 5929 W. Metaline Ave. in Kennewick. The $45.5 million, state-funded project modernized the original 66,000-square-foot section of the approximately 130,000-square-foot facility, which was built in 1981.

The renovation included infrastructure upgrades to electrical, plumbing, roofing and mechanical systems, along with energy-efficiency improvements, life safety enhancements and a reconfiguration of learning spaces.

The updated facility is designed to better support current career and technical education programs while providing flexibility for future program expansions, including pharmacy tech and HVAC/plumbing.

Building additions completed in 2007 and 2020 were not included in the project.

Tri-Tech serves high school juniors and seniors from eight school districts. The modernization preserves the original facility while ensuring students continue to learn in a safe, efficient and industry-relevant environment that can meet evolving workforce and educational needs.

The project was completed July 21.

Chervenell Construction Co. of Kennewick served as the general contractor.

Design West Architects of Kennewick was the architect.

Go to: tritech.ksd.org.