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.