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6.50 Credits
This course deals with floor framing, wall parts, wall construction and installation of ceiling joists. A full-scale house is constructed in the indoor laboratory. Prerequisites CNST 1010 or Instructor approval
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6.50 Credits
This course is designed to cover the latest and most innovative building materials, techniques, and codes related to commercial finish. In this class, the student will learn how to install and finish materials, including drywall, fireproofing, acoustical ceilings, doors, windows and hardware. Students will practice applying these materials in a lab setting to develop the skills and knowledge required in the commercial construction field. Prerequisites CNST 1255
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6.50 Credits
This course includes terms and definitions used in the construction field pertaining to exterior finish. Theory and practical application of various types of wall covering, roof covering, exterior doors, windows and trim are covered. Emphasis is placed on estimation of labor and materials in all areas. Exterior siding, roofing, windows, doors and roofing materials are installed on a house in the indoor laboratory. Prerequisites CNST 1010 and CNST 1050, or Instructor approval
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6.50 Credits
This course is basic to the masonry area and emphasis is placed on brick and block construction. The student mixes mortar and uses the trowel, spreads mortar, cuts brick and concrete blocks, levels and plumbs laid up units. Dry bonding techniques and various brick/block patterns are emphasized.
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6.50 Credits
This course provides the student with skill and knowledge in brick and stone veneering. In addition, layout and erection of pipe chases, fireplaces, arch work and columns are performed in practical applications. Prerequisites CNST 1400 or Instructor approval
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6.50 Credits
This course includes preplanning requirements, structural loads, frost line variations, carrying capacities of soils, building loads and permits. Various structural stress and load testing of laboratory projects will be conducted by the student. Hands-on lab work includes forming, placing and curing concrete pours. Different concrete finishes (float, trowel, broom, stamped, colored and exposed aggregate) are practiced. Estimating costs are also covered. Prerequisites CNST 1050
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6.50 Credits
This course includes definitions, concrete forms for footing, piers, columns, foundation walls and various foundation wall openings. Fluid pressure checks, rate of pour and monitoring of the pour are studied. It also includes types of wall forms, advantages of gang and panel forms, estimating materials and number of forms, methods of bracing forms and monitoring form stability during pouring operation. The student constructs a foundation wall form with pilaster door and window openings. Prerequisites CNST 1050
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3.50 Credits
This course covers common building layout procedures. Builders levels, Theodolites, and EDMS are used in practical applications to duplicate actual procedures used in the construction field. The student learns to read and shoot elevations using the latest equipment available, including lasers. Understanding surveyor's terms and markings is stressed. The student also gains practical experience laying out and staking building sites.
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4.50 Credits
Construction Safety provides the student with training outlined by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Many contractors require this course for anyone that is or will be working in a supervisory position.
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4.00 Credits
Construction Estimating supplies the student with knowledge and skills needed in the estimation of construction projects. The course includes quantity take offs and the actual estimation of materials and labor encountered in the field of construction today. Prerequisites CNST 1010 or Instructor approval
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