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4.00 Credits
This course introduces the student to the history of plumbing, covers professional practi ces, career opportuniti es, and some basic safety informati on. It also covers the tools that will be used in daily work and reviews basic math principles and then plumbing-specifi c math problems. The course also reviews blueprints and plumbing drawings as well as describes various types of piping and fi tti ngs along with their use for plasti c, copper, cast-iron, and carbon steel. Students are introduced to drain, waste, and vent systems and an overview of the water distributi on system from its source to water treatment distributi on. This is a four credit hour class. Pre and / or co-requisites: CT 112
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2.00 Credits
The various forms of business ownership and functi ons of management are identi fi ed. The phases of constructi on projects and the development of formal and informal organizati ons are covered. Project managers will be assisted in identi fying personal management styles, how and when to use their authority, how to resolve confl ict, and how to moti vate employees. Key elements of the negoti ati on process, problem solving for profi t, documentati on procedures, identi fying resources, esti mati ng, scheduling, cost control, resource control, TQM, safety, and subcontractor safety evaluati on are discussed. This is a two credit hour course.
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3.00 Credits
This course introduces residenti al and light commercial blueprint reading. Topics include blueprint symbols and terminology, constructi on materials, applicati ons and specifi cati ons for commercial buildings, light frame and brick veneer constructi on, and appropriate mathemati cs. This is a three credit hour course.
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4.00 Credits
This course is the second in a series of four carpentry courses. The specifi cati ons of blueprints relevant to the carpentry trade and distance measurement and leveling used to perform the site layout task using site / plot drawings are presented. The responsibiliti es of surveyors, fi eld engineers, and carpenters are discussed. The properti es of a variety of cements and reinforcing materials and the procedures for esti mates and testi ng concrete are covered along with constructi on of a variety of concrete footi ng and edge forms. Wall, column, slab-and-beam, stair forms, manufactured forms, and systems are included. This is a four credit hour course. Prerequisites: CT 114C or permission of the instructor
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4.00 Credits
This course is the third course in the electrical emphasis pathway. It covers load calculati ons in branch circuits, conductor selecti on and calculati ons, over current protecti on, raceway, box and fi tti ng fi ll requirements, wiring devices, distributi on equipment, lamps, ballasts and components, motor calculati ons, basic motor maintenance, motor controls, and hazardous locati ons. This is a four credit hour course. Prerequisite: CT 114E
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4.00 Credits
This course focuses on masonry constructi on techniques used in high-rise constructi on, specialized materials and techniques used in the masonry trade, masonry sound barriers, techniques for working under a variety of weather conditi ons, and repair and restorati on techniques. It also provides informati on about commercial drawings used in constructi on requirements, esti mati ng, basic project planning and scheduling techniques. This is a 4 credit hour course. Prerequisite: CT 114M
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4.00 Credits
The techniques for calculati ng simple, rolling, and parallel off sets using intermediate math skills are presented. The interpretati on and use of civil, architectural, structural, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical drawings are included along with procedures to locate, install, connect, and test a complete drain, waste, and vent (DWV) system. Techniques for locati ng, installing, and connecti ng roof, fl oor, and area drains according to code are included. The proper installati on, testi ng techniques, and troubleshooti ng for fi xtures, valves, faucets, water heaters, and fuel gas systems will be covered. This is a four credit hour course. Prerequisite: CT 114P or the consent of the instructor
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3.00 Credits
This course provides the basic principles and techniques of constructi on surveying. Introductory tasks include taping, leveling, transit, contour and topographic mapping, and constructi on surveying as well as surveying math, the use and care of survey equipment, and blueprint reading for surveyors. This is a three credit hour course.
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4.00 Credits
This course presents various types of exterior siding, gutt ers, downspouts, and roof vents along with roofi ng materials, safety practi ces, and applicati on methods. Thermal and moisture protecti on and installati on of insulati ng materials in walls, fl oors, and atti cs is discussed. The procedure for laying out and installing stairs and stringers along with metal framing for interior walls, exterior non-bearing walls, and parti ti ons is illustrated. Door installati on and related hardware is incorporated. Suspended ceilings and window, door, fl oor, and ceiling trim are included. The fi nal focus of the interior fi nish is cabinet and countertop selecti on and installati on. This is a four credit hour course. Prerequisites: CT 124C
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4.00 Credits
This course is the fourth course in the electrical emphasis pathway. It covers load calculati ons, practi cal applicati ons of lighti ng, standby and emergency systems, basic electronic theory, fi re alarm systems, and specialty transformers. It also includes advanced motor controls, HVAC controls, heat tracing and freeze protecti on as well as preventati ve and troubleshooti ng procedures for motors, and high-voltage terminati ons/splices. This is a four credit hour course. Prerequisite: CT 124E
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