Construction Technology course information

Construction Technology

Business & Technology
DEAN: Stephanie Guevara
DIVISION OFFICE: B 3
FACULTY: C. Chamberlain, E. Wicks
LIAISON COUNSELORS: D. Quadros, B. Ruud

The Construction Technology curriculum is designed to give students broad training not only in a specific trade but in a variety of useful academic subjects as well. Preparatory training through education is provided in all areas of the industry-contractors, remodelers, cabinet makers, building inspectors, carpenters, and others.
A.A. and A.S. degrees as well as certificates can be earned in the Construction Technology Program. The Certificate Programs do not satisfy A.A. degree requirements but do qualify students for a certificate in the field of study.

Degrees & Certificates

A.A. and A.S. degrees as well as certificates can be earned in the Construction Technology Program. The Certificate Programs do not satisfy A.A. degree requirements but do qualify students for a certificate in the field of study.

MILL CABINET—
A.A. OR A.S. DEGREE
Successful completion of the curriculum in Mill Cabinet qualifies students for entry into any type of cabinet making, for example, assembly line production, custom cabinet making, design and layout of cabinet and furniture, and repairing routine machine malfunctions (those used in wood shops). Students must fulfill major requirements and all Associate Degree Requirements for the A.A./A.S. degree.

REQUIRED COURSES
C.T.C. 1 Introduction to Cabinet Making - 3 Units
C.T.C. 2 Machine Operations & Joinery - 3 Units
C.T.C. 3 Custom Cabinet Making - 3 Units
C.T.C. 4 Cabinet Layout & Estimating - 4 Units
C.T.C. 5 Production Cabinet Making - 3 Units
C.T.C. 9 Cabinet Doors & Drawers - 3 Units
C.T.C. 10 Cabinet Related Studies - 3 Units
C.T.C. 22 Projects & Design - 3 Units
C.T.C. 24 Wood Finishing - 3 Units
Electives from below - 3 Units
TOTAL UNITS REQUIRED: 31
Electives: C.T.C. 23, 35, 36, C.T.R. 42, 44, 45, 60, 62.

MILL CABINET CERTIFICATE
A Mill Cabinet Certificate will qualify students for entry into any type of cabinet making, for example, assembly line production, custom cabinet making, design and layout of cabinet and furniture making, finishing and refinishing cabinets and furniture, repairing routine machine malfunctions (those used in wood shops) and setting up a cabinet shop. A certificate is designed to provide vocational skills; it is not equivalent to an A.A. or A.S. degree.

REQUIRED COURSES
C.T.C. 1 Introduction to Cabinet Making - 3 Units
C.T.C. 2 Machine Operations & Joinery - 3 Units
C.T.C. 3 Custom Cabinet Making - 3 Units
C.T.C. 4 Cabinet Layout & Estimating - 4 Units
C.T.C. 5 Production Cabinet Making - 3 Units
C.T.C. 9 Cabinet Doors & Drawers - 3 Units
C.T.C. 10 Cabinet Related Studies - 3 Units
C.T.C. 22 Projects & Design - 3 Units
C.T.C. 23 Advanced Projects & Design - 3 Units
C.T.C. 24 Wood Finishing - 3 Units
C.T.R. 44 Conventional Framing - 3 Units
Electives from below - 3 Units
TOTAL UNITS REQUIRED: 37
Electives: C.T.C. 35, 36, C.T.R. 42, 45, 60, 62.

CABINET MAKING CERTIFICATE
A Cabinet Making Certificate will qualify students for entry into any type of cabinet making, for example, assembly line production, custom cabinet making, and repairing routine wood shop machine malfunctions. A certificate is designed to provide vocational skills; it is not equivalent to an A.A. or A.S. degree.

REQUIRED COURSES
C.T.C. 1 Introduction to Cabinet Making - 3 Units
C.T.C. 2 Machine Operations & Joinery - 3 Units
C.T.C. 3 Custom Cabinet Making - 3 Units
C.T.C. 4 Cabinet Layout & Estimating - 4 Units
C.T.C. 5 Production Cabinet Making - 3 Units
C.T.C. 9 Cabinet Doors & Drawers - 3 Units
C.T.C. 10 Cabinet Related Studies - 3 Units
C.T.C. 24 Wood Finishing - 3 Units
C.T.R. 44 Conventional Framing - 3 Units
Electives from below - 3 Units
TOTAL UNITS REQUIRED: 31
Recommended Electives: C.T.C. 22, 23, 35, 36, C.T.R. 42, 45, 60.

CARPENTRY CERTIFICATE
The Carpentry Certificate prepares students for entry-level positions in all areas of the building construction industry, such as carpentry and mobile home industry. A certificate is designed to provide vocational skills; it is not equivalent to an A.A. or A.S. degree.

REQUIRED COURSES
C.T.R. 42 Foundations & Floor Systems - 3 Units
C.T.R. 44 Conventional Framing - 3 Units
C.T.R. 45 Building Industry Analysis - 4 Units
C.T.R. 47 Residential Blueprint Reading - 1 Unit
C.T.R. 48 Estimating - 3 Units
C.T.R. 60 Residential House Wiring & Codes - 3 Units
C.T.R. 62 Plumbing Installation & Design - 3 Units

PLUS 6 ADDITIONAL UNITS FROM:
C.T.C. 1 Introduction to Cabinet Making - 3 Units
C.T.C. 2 Machine Operations & Joinery - 3 Units
C.T.C. 3 Custom Cabinet Making - 3 Units
C.T.C. 10 Cabinet Related Studies - 3 Units
C.T.R. 35 Skill & Speed Development - 3-6 Units
C.T.R. 46 Construction Manufactured Products - 3 Units
TOTAL UNITS REQUIRED: 26

RESIDENTIAL BUILDING CONSTRUCTION—
A.A. OR A.S. DEGREE
The curriculum in Residential Building Construction prepares students for entry-level positions in all areas of the building construction industry, such as carpentry, mobile home industry, and estimating. It also satisfies up to two years of experience needed for the General Contractor’s license. Students must fulfill major requirements and all Associate Degree Requirements for the A.A./A.S. degree.

PLUS 12 ADDITIONAL UNITS FROM:
C.T.C. 1 Introduction to Cabinet Making - 3 Units
C.T.C. 2 Machine Operations & Joinery - 3 Units
C.T.C. 3 Custom Cabinet Making - 3 Units
C.T.C. 5 Production Cabinet Making - 3 Units
C.T.C. 10 Cabinet Related Studies - 3 Units
C.T.R. 35 Skill & Speed Development - 3-6 Units
C.T.R. 46 Construction Manufactured Products - 3 Units
C.T.R. 52 Residential Building Codes - 3 Units
C.T.R. 54 Uniform Building Codes - 3 Units
D.D. 11 Architectural Drawing I - 4 Units
D.D. 12 Architectural Drawing II - 3 Units
TOTAL UNITS REQUIRED: 32

RESIDENTIAL BUILDING CONSTRUCTION
CERTIFICATE
The Residential Building Construction Certificate prepares students for entry-level positions in all areas of the building construction industry, such as carpentry, mobile home industry, and estimating. It also satisfies up to two years of experience needed for the General Contractor’s license. A certificate is designed to provide vocational skills; it is not equivalent to an A.A. or A.S. degree.

PLUS 15 ADDITIONAL UNITS FROM:
C.T.C. 1 Introduction to Cabinet Making - 3 Units
C.T.C. 2 Machine Operations and Joinery - 3 Units
C.T.C. 3 Custom Cabinet Making - 3 Units
C.T.C. 5 Production Cabinet Making - 3 Units
C.T.C. 10 Cabinet Related Studies - 3 Units
C.T.R. 28 Independent Study - 1-3 Units
C.T.R. 35 Skill & Speed Development - 3-9 Units
C.T.R. 46 Construction Manufactured Products - 3 Units
C.T.R. 52 Residential Building Codes - 3 Units
C.T.R. 54 Uniform Building Codes - 3 Units
D.D. 11 Architectural Drawing I - 4 Units
D.D. 12 Architectural Drawing II - 3 Units
Math. 46 Technical Mathematics - 3 Units
TOTAL UNITS REQUIRED: 35

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