REQUIRED COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES:

 1.  Interpret construction drawings.

 2.  Investigate site work.

 3.  Identify foundations, spread and stepped footings, pier and pile foundations, solid, cavity and veneer masonry construction.

 4.  Describe building framing techniques.

 5.  Identify, describe, and distinguish between and interpret ratings of thermal insulation.

 6.  Interpret and apply results of laboratory tests related to construction materials.

 7.  Identify the divisions of the Construction Specification Institute.

 8.  Identify, describe, and distinguish between types of conveying systems.

 9.  Identify, name components, and describe basic operation of plumbing materials.

 10. Identify components and equipment, and describe basic operation and function of heating ventilating and air conditioning system and materials.

 11. Identify and distinguish between building materials and components properties.

 12. Categorize and name components, and describe basic operation and function of building lighting systems and equipment, including lamp type, efficacy and rendering effectiveness, fixture types, and control (switching) methods.

 13. Examine and name components of building electrical systems, including building system voltages and distribution methods, entrance and distribution equipment, conductors, outlets/receptacles, overcurrent protection, and occupant safety devices (GFCI, AFCI, etc.).

 REQUIRED TOPICAL OUTLINE:

 I.    Interpretation of construction drawings.

        A.  Multiview (orthographic) projections.

            1.  Details, schedule, site plan, foundation plan, floor plan, elevations.

                a.  Review symbology.

        B.  Soils and Foundations.

            1.  Soil types.

                a.  Soil testing techniques.

 II.   Concrete materials and reinforced concrete and different foundations.

        A.  Precast and cast in place concrete.

            1.  Designations of foundation soils, concretes and masonry units.

 III.  Types of building frame construction.

        A.  Platform, balloon, heavy timber and light metal framing.

        B.  Thermal insulation, exterior claddings, glass, roof coverings, decking materials, flashings, penetrations, drainage systems, wall, floor and ceiling finishes,

 IV.   Other related components.

 V.    Thermal properties, acoustical properties, and fire issues

        A.  Options for fire mitigation.

            1.  Materials for sound suppression.

                a.  Heat transfer.

 VI.   Interpretation of laboratory tests

        A.  Test results of soil, concrete, masonry, steel, and wood.

 VII.  CSI divisions

        A.  Sequencing of the construction project.

            1.  Operations that fall under the divisions.

 VIII. Conveying systems

        A.  Freight systems.

        B.  Systems that transport people.

 IX.   Plumbing system

        A.  Drain waste and vent system.

        B.  Potable water system.

        C.  Fire suppression systems.

 X.    Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning.

        A.  Conventional systems. (forced air, radiant floor and boiler systems).

        B.  Optional systems. (geothermal and solar).

 XI.   Building materials and their properties.

        A.  Steel and nonferrous metals.

            1.  Interior and exterior finishes.

            2.  Wood and plastics used in construction.