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Construction Technology courses may meet at sites other than the main campus. Students must make their own transportation arrangements.
Students may need special clothing or equipment in addition to texts. Details are provided by the instructor.
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| CT 121 Introduction to Building Trades & Construction Materials |
FA 3 s.h. |
In addition to orienting the new student to the CT program, this course introduces the student to the principles and concepts that are fundamental to the building construction industry. While the course does focus on the characteristics of traditional building materials, the impact that new technology has on materials and methods are also discussed. Other topics of importance to this course are: construction safety, O.S.H.A., the relationship between owner, architect/engineer, and builder, contracts, scheduling, bonding, insurance requirements, building permits, code enforcement, and construction law. Hours of class per week: 3.
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| CT 122 Light Frame Construction I |
SP 3 s.h. |
A study of construction framing materials and techniques for residential and light commercial buildings. The safe and proper use for framing tools and equipment is an integral part of the course. Students will participate in lab activities beginning with framing floor systems and sequentially move through framing systems to include gable and hip roofs, and roof coverings. Prerequisite: Concurrent registration in CT 121. Hours of class per week: 2. Hours of lab per week: 3.
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| CT 123 Light Frame Construction II |
FA 3 s.h. |
A study of construction framing materials and techniques for residential and light commercial buildings. The safe and proper use for framing tools and equipment is an integral part of the course. Students will participate in lab activities that include techniques for: cornice and rake trim, exterior trim and siding, sheetrock, jointing and taping, hanging doors and installing windows, and techniques for interior trim. Prerequisites: CT 121, 122. Hours of class per week: 2. Hours of lab per week: 3.
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| CT 124 Blueprint Reading |
FA 1 s.h. |
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The student shall learn entry level techniques for obtaining trade information and understanding construction working drawings, blueprints, and spec books for basic residential/light commercial buildings. Parts of a blueprint, scale, reading architectural rulers, azimuth reading, alphabet of lines, symbols, construction math, and terminology are discussed using real jobsite blue prints and examples. HVAC, electrical, and plumbing schematics may be discussed very briefly if time permits. Hours of class per semester: 15.
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| CT 225 Masonry, Concrete & Steel Construction |
SP 3 s.h. |
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A study of masonry and concrete construction methods that includes discussions on traditional brick/block laying and pouring concrete that relate to building foundations and masonry exterior veneers. The relationship between concrete foundations and steel spanned buildings are discussed. The safe and proper use for masonry and concrete tools and equipment is an integral part of the course. Students will participate in lab activities that include: laying modern and traditional brick patterns, standard masonry block laying practices, setting concrete wall forms, and placing and finishing concrete slabs. Prerequisite: CT 121. Hours of class per week: 2. Hours of lab per week: 3.
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| CT 226 Plumbing & Climate Control |
FA 3 s.h. |
A basic course in plumbing and climate control, including use of tools, basic lead working, steam and hot water heating, water distribution, venting drainage, and general installation, maintenance, and repair. Prerequisites: CT 121, 122, 124. Hours of class per week: 2. Hours of lab per week 3.
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| CT 228 Construction Estimating |
SP 3 s.h. |
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While the primary focus of this course is to develop methods for preparing cost estimates for construction projects using the quantity take-off method, this course also details the role of the estimator as part of the construction process. Labor, overheads, equipment rental, subcontractors, profit, scheduling, contracts, and bonding are all discussed in detail. Estimating computer programs are reviewed but all estimating formulas are presented and then the student is required to put those on a computer spreadsheet. For this reason, students will need a thorough knowledge of computer spreadsheets. Prerequisites: CT 121, 122, 123,124, 225, and Microcomputers. Hours of class per week: 3.
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| CT 229 Electrical Wiring I |
FA 3 s.h. |
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A course dealing with installation of wiring, including armored cable, wire mold, and Romex; installation of wiring boxes, light fixtures, rigid metal conduit and electrical metallic tubing and connectors, and wiring such systems. Prerequisite: None (EL 125 recommended or permission of instructor). Hours of class per week: 2. Hours of lab per week: 3.
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| CT 230 Principles of Soils |
SP 3 s.h. |
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A study of the principles of erosion control, surface drainage and subsurface drainage. The course considers soil genesis, composition, classification, physical and chemical characteristics in relation to soil moisture, fertility and management. It encompasses all problems related to construction. Hours of class per week: 2. Hours of lab per semester: 2.
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| CT 245 Masonry/Bricklaying |
FA 3 s.h. |
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A course designed to meet the needs of individuals interested in developing masonry skills beyond what is offered in CT 225. While the primary focus of this course is bricklaying techniques: layout, leads, piers, brick facias, arches, and fireplace construction, students will also participate in lab activities that include: laying glass block, setting wall & floor tile, and applying cultured stone. Prerequisite: CT 225. Hours of class per week: 2. Hours of lab per week: 3. | |
