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This
course is designed to prepare students for job entry in
the construction field or advanced work in a technical
school. The Construction Technology program provides
the student with knowledge and skills to build a house
from the foundation to its completion. Students achieve
a wide variety of hands-on experiences, all related to
the multi-faceted construction industry as listed in the
content area below. Rules of health and safety as
prescribed by the National Safety Council will be
adhered to in this course.
Course Content:
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Building Codes
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Door
Hanging and Trimming
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Carpentry Skills
- Rough and Finish
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Understanding Architectural Drawings/Blueprints
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Safe
Use of Hand and Power Tools
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Window
Installation
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Material Selection, Layout, Preparation, and Fabrication
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Painting
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Concrete Work and Laying Up of Masonry Units
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Roofing
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Siding
Application
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Electrical Wiring
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Plumbing
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Drywall
Handling and Finishing
Click here to view the
Construction Technology Course Curriculum (PDF Format)
Helpful Background Experience and Aptitudes:
It
is strongly recommended that a student entering the
Construction Technology program be able to:
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Add,
subtract, multiply and divide
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Convert
decimals to fractions
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Convert
fractions to decimals
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Read a
ruler proficiently to 1/32 of an inch
In
addition, prospective students should be able to adapt
to conditions that are job-specific to working on a
construction site. The student should be able to:
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Work
outdoors in adverse weather conditions
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Climb
ladders and work at heights
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Be
agile and well-conditioned to work safely
In
the area of study skills, a student should be able to:
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Take accurate notes in class
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Use
handouts and other materials to study for written
tests
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Be
willing to do homework on a regular basis
Career Entry Opportunities:
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Deck Builder
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Rough Carpenter
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Finish Carpenter
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Wallboard Installer/Hanger
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Mason
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Painter
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Siding Installer
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Roofer
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Electrician's Assistant
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Plumber
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