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3.00 Credits
Introduces the concept of preparing graded surfaces using heavy equipment. Covers identification of construction stakes and interpretation of marks on each type of stake. Describes process for grading slopes.
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3.00 Credits
This course provides students with the necessary tools to pursue an entry level career in construction supervision/management. Topics include but are not limited to safety, contracts, estimating, blue print reading, planning, scheduling, human relations, quality control, cost awareness, documents, negations, and problem solving.
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3.00 Credits
Study of the various materials used in the plumbing, heating, and air conditioning business, i.e., cast iron, steel pipe, copper tube, and pvc plastics plus the appropriate use of each one, and learning the use of basic hand tools and machines used in the plumbing trade.
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3.00 Credits
Study of applications and pipe sizing of water supply, drains, and vents in residential and small commercial applications; instruction in design, use, and installation of plumbing fixtures and appliances; repair of plumbing components; business practices and blueprint reading.
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3.00 Credits
This course develops mathematical concepts and application skills necessary for the carpenter and mason to estimate building quantities and associated costs. Topics include arithmetic operations with whole numbers, decimals, and fractional numbers. Formulas for area, volume, board foot quantities, and basic geometry as it pertains to construction will be studied. The quantities estimated are in the framing/sheathing stages of enclosing a building including concrete, brick, and block calculations.
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3.00 Credits
This course covers basic block laying, sizes, uses, layout, bonding, and foundations. Mortar mixing is studied along with an introduction to concrete footers and footer forming. Foundation drainage and damp proofing are also covered in this course.
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to teach students the basic serviceman skills. This is the second course in a three-section program. It is to be reinforced with practical on the job training. This course will be taught within a two-week period.
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3.00 Credits
This course expands on BLCT 1022 Wood Fabrication Technology I., covering hand and power tools usage through practical experience with the tools. Each student will build projects that will require shop drawing interpretation and copying pieces from a jig or actual item. Compound bevels and cutting techniques are introduced that require advanced setups on the table saw and other power tools in the lab. Students are expected to produce a higher quality project. All tool usage is encouraged (hand and power).
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3.00 Credits
Covers preventive maintenance responsibilities including specifying basic equipment subsystems and major mechanical systems; knowing how and when to service equipment; and how and when to complete routine inspections of equipment.
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3.00 Credits
This course presents proper practices for setting grades off benchmarks and describes methods of setting grades using various types of levels. The trainee is taught how to read and interpret construction plans to determine grading requirements. It will review basic grading operations, and also cover site prep, U.F.P.O., contours, establishing grades, reading and understanding site plans.
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