Construction

Structural Framing II completes the "rough-in" phase of building a structure. This course includes ceiling and roof framing as well as building envelope systems.

This course covers the introduction to a residential construction project from start to finish. Topics to include preparing to build, tools and equipment, building foundations, wood frame construction, completing the structure, finish carpentry, construction specialties, and materials and fasteners used in the construction industry

This course provides instruction in the use of professional tools for the construction trades. Emphasis will be placed on the safe use of each tool discussed. Topics include layout and measuring tools, cutting tools, sawing tools, drilling and boring tools, finishing and fastening tools, general shop tool use, and job site setup

This course introduces the reading and interpretation of prints and architectural drawings for all of the construction trades. Topics include types of plans, scales, specifications, conventions, and schedules

This course introduces the student to the basic fundamentals of the construction trades. Topics include Basic Safety, Construction Math, Hand and Power Tools, Construction Drawings, Rigging, Materials Handling, and Job-Site Communication and Work Ethic Skills

This course continues to introduce those specific job skills needed for a typical electrician. Topics in this course include pull and junction boxes, conductor installations, terminations and splices, circuit breakers and fuses, and control systems fundamentals.

This course introduces the student to more advanced electrical applications. Topics include load calculations, conductor selection and calculations, practical lighting applications, hazardous locations, and overcurrent protection.

This is the capstone course for the Electrical Systems Construction and Maintenance program. Topics include distribution equipment, transformers, commercial electrical services, motor calculations, motor controls, and voice, data and video.

This course introduces the student to the basic elements of the plumbing trade. Topics include introduction to the trade, plumbing safety, tools of the trade, plumbing math, and plumbing drawings.

This course continues the introduction of basic plumbing concepts and practices. Topics include plastic pipe, copper tube, cast-iron and steel pipe and fittings, plumbing fixtures, DWV systems, and water distribution systems.