Construction Technology

This class prepares students to enter the Construction Trades in a variety of apprenticeship programs. Students who complete the Multi-Craft Core Curriculum (MC-3) earn the OSHA 10 certificate and also receive CPR and First Aid certification. The subjects covered include: physical agility, blueprint reading, industry awareness and opportunities in the crafts: introduction to the crafts and tools (hand and power); tool safety; and the heritage of the American worker.

The introduction to construction will introduce students to the common construction tools, equipment, materials, safety, and practices in the construction industry. Lab will include hands-on projects to put these skills to use by building a small-scale project.

This course is an exploration of construction tools and crafts. This course will allow the student to explore the basic safety requirements and tool utilization in the industry.

Forklift Safety and Operation training will provide basic safety and operation of the forklift including lifting principles, load rating, stability, and operation techniques. Students will be required to have a valid California Driver's license to participate and be certified.

This competency-based course will provide students an awareness of the skills needed to be successful in the construction industry. Topics include effective workplace communication, problem and conflict resolution, thriving in a diverse workforce, and being an effective team player.

This course is designed to provide knowledge of blueprint reading as it relates to the construction and building industry. This course will cover the theory of orthographic projections, reading floor plans, section and elevation drawings, symbols and notations, scaling and dimensioning practices, reading blueprints for structural formation, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing drawings.

Formerly CONST 615B. This course in home remodeling covers technical instruction and practical experience for installing and repairing drywall in commercial and residential locations. Topics of instruction include, safety, tools, taping, spackling, compound and hanging techniques for drywall. Students will also learn how to differentiate between LEED approved and non-approved materials.

Formerly CONST 615A. This course in home remodeling covers technical instruction and practical experience for tiling, marble and granite installation. Topics of instruction include, safety, waterproofing, tiling floors, counter tops, and walls in ceramic, porcelain, marble, and granite and mortar floating. Practical instruction is given in a lab setting.

Formerly CONST 615C. This course in home remodeling covers basic painting techniques. Topics of instruction include, safety, job site and surface preparation (e.g. cleaning, caulking, sealing); Proper tools; spray-painting equipment; ladder and scaffolding safety; applications to enhance the job through stripping, sponging, and distressing.

This course will provide students with entry level instruction involving the theory and skills of residential plumbing systems. Knowledge of basic principles, functions, design, and the physical ability to install and test rough-in plumbing in a single-family dwelling.

This course is designed for those individuals needing to produce accurate project estimates; topics will include interpreting project information from a detailed blueprint and processing it into a final detailed estimate.

This course is designed for those with construction experience who wish to become contractors. Topics of instruction include the following: home improvement certification, contractor license law, labor laws, payroll deductions planning, management principles, lien laws, and business organization.

This course is an analysis of residential building code requirements for construction. This course will also cover the building permit process, the development of the code, and enforcement process.