CONS 46 EQUIPMENT OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE - 3 UNITS
Note: Student must produce a negative test result for substance abuse
through the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) certified testing process
for pre-employment at a student cost of $115.00.
CONS 48 SURVEYING FOR EQUIPMENT - 2 UNITS
CONS 52 RESIDENTIAL ESTIMATING - 3 Units (S)
Class Hours: 54 lecture total
This course is designed for learning
construction-estimating techniques for both small and medium sized
construction projects. It includes estimating materials, costs, labor, taxes,
insurance fees, overhead, profit, transportation and contingencies common in
the residential construction industry. In this class students will be
responsible for interpreting blueprints, developing budgets and estimates, as
well as planning a construction project representative of current industry
activity.
CONS 53 MATERIALS OF CONSTRUCTION - 3 Units (F)
Class Hours: 54 lecture total
A general survey course covering building materials from
concrete to roofing. It includes estimating materials, costs, labor, taxes,
insurance, fees, overhead, transportation and contingencies common in the
residential construction industry. It also covers topics such as map reading,
blueprint interpretation, building code requirement and the methods of
application of said materials as they relate to building construction
techniques.
CONS 71 WOODWORKING (formerly CONS 71A) - 3 Units
Class Hours: 36 lecture/54 lab total
This course is designed to develop skill and appreciation
in the woodworking craft. Instruction is given on safety and proper use of
hand tools and power machinery. In this course the student may work on a
project of their own choice.
CONS 72 CABINETMAKING (formerly CONS 71B) - 3
Units
Prerequisite:
CONS 71
Class Hours:
36 lecture/54 lab total
This course will enable the student to have an
understanding of cabinet standards, typical types found in most kitchens,
bathrooms and garages. Styles of kitchens, types of layouts for all four basic
case type cabinets. Be able to select counter tops, drawer construction and
door construction.
CONS 73 FURNITURE AND CABINET FINISHING (formerly
CONS 71C) - 3 Units
Prerequisite:
CONS 71
Class Hours:
36 lecture/54 lab total
This course is designed to teach inorganic as well as
organic finishing in vocational and industrial applications. It is divided
into sections which describe various categories in the broad field of cabinet
finishing.
CONS 74 TRIM AND DETAIL FINISHING (formerly CONS 71D)
- 3 Units
Prerequisite:
CONS 71
Class Hours:
36 lecture/54 lab total
This course will provide essential knowledge and skill
related to deck, closet treatments, inside and outside window and door
treatments.
CONS 94 WORK SITE LEARNING FOR CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY -
1-4 Units (F/S)
Prerequisite:
Must have completed 30 units of required construction technology course work
Corequisite:
Enrolled in a minimum of seven (7) units including the Worksite Learning
course
Hours: 75
hours paid or 60 hours non-paid per unit
This course is designed for employment on approved jobs
related to the students major and is supervised by a College representative to
ensure that the work experience is of educational value. Good work habits
through actual job performance is stressed. One to four units per semester may
be taken depending on hours and nature of jobs. One unit of work site learning
credit is granted for 75 hours paid or 60 hours non-paid of on-the-job
activity. Student must enroll in seven units including work site learning.
Note: This course may be repeated
three times for a total of four enrollments since content differs and skills
are enhanced by supervised repetition and practice.
CONS 150 INTRODUCTION TO RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION - 3
Units (F/S)
Class Hours: 54 lecture total
This course is recommended for entry-level students in the
construction trades. Instruction will include tool safety, estimating costs,
foundations, framing, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and finish carpentry
work. The student will gain a basic knowledge of the building trades.
CONS 151 CARPENTRY PRACTICES I - 6 Units (F)
Class Hours: 54 lecture/162 lab total
The purpose of this two-year course is to train competent
persons for the construction field. Related information including
interpretation of layout, estimation of construction costs and choice
quantities of materials will be emphasized. Basic skill will be developed with
each phase of the job: foundation, framing, exterior and interior trim, and
cabinet work. The course will permit the student to fulfill the greater
portion of apprenticeship requirement while enjoying the atmosphere of higher
education. Basic information of building codes will be covered.
CONS 152 CARPENTRY PRACTICES II - 6 Units (S)
Class Hours: 54 lecture/162 lab total
The purpose of this class is to train and develop
educational opportunities for persons in the construction industry. Related
information including interpretation of layout, estimation of construction
costs and choice quantities of materials will be emphasized. Basic skills will
be developed with each phase of the job, foundation, framing, exterior and
interior trim. The course will permit the student to fulfill the greater
portion of apprenticeship requirements while enjoying the atmosphere of higher
education. Basic information about building codes will be covered.
CONS 154 RESIDENTIAL PLUMBING - 3 Units
Class Hours: 36 lecture/54 lab total
This course is designed to give the student entry-level job
skills in the residential plumbing trade.
CONS 155 RESIDENTIAL ELECTRICAL - 3 Units
Class Hours: 36 lecture/54 lab total
This course in residential electrical is designed to give
the student a basic understanding of how to run a variety of circuits,
grounding systems, and familiarize them to the National Electrical Code.
CONS 168 GENERAL SHOP/WOODWORKING - 2 Units (CR/NC
Option) (I)
Class Hours: 18 lecture/54 lab total
A skill development course in furniture construction.
Course activities will stress power tool setup and use. Related instruction
will include wood selection and ordering, furniture plan reading and
development, joints, adhesives, abrasives, finishes, furniture hardware, and
fasteners. Students will select projects that will demonstrate skills.
Note: Since skills are enhanced by supervised
practice and repetition, this course may be repeated three times for a total
of four enrollments.
CONS 178 BUILDING CODES AND STANDARDS - 3 Units (F/S)
Class Hours: 54 lecture total
This course is designed to provide the craftsperson,
building, designer, and inspector with knowledge and insight regarding
building regulations and requirements for minimum construction guidelines and
specifications. It covers the use of the latest Uniform Building, Plumbing,
Mechanical and Electric Codes and assists in using them to the builder’s
advantage. The class also provides information on sources of assistance and
publications to meet the needs for dwelling construction industry.
CONS 197 SPECIAL TOPICS IN CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY - .5-2 Units (CR/NC
Option) (I)
Class Hours: 9-36 lecture total
This course is designed to give students an opportunity to
explore a variety of topics dealing with changing knowledge and historical
issues in the field of Construction Technology. A different topic will be
addressed each time the class is taught and will be listed in the schedule of
classes. Recommended for Construction Technology majors; open to anyone with
an interest in the topic. Note: This course may be repeated three times for
a total of four enrollments.
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