CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY
EATON REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE AGENCY CAREER PREPARATION CENTER CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY This program provides an overview of the construction industry by presenting information in several related areas. Students will begin the program in construction safety. Following this introduction, framing/foundations will be taught. Students will learn to frame residential buildings using accepted framing techniques; such as framing floor systems, interior and exterior walls, ceilings, roofs and stairs. Various types of foundations and the advantages and disadvantages of each are covered. Students will also learn how to install different roofing and siding materials plus learn to finish the interior of a residential building. This includes the materials, installation practices and material takeoff to do the finish carpentry for a house, including windows, doors, base, chair rail, wood floors, stairs, simple builtins and cabinets. If college level work is attained, student may earn up to 14 LCC credits. Program Location: LCC West Campus Session Offered: AM Average Lecture Days/Week: 2-3 days Average Lab Days/Week: 2-3 days Homework: Rarely Required reading: College level textbook 25+ pages/weekly LCC Credits Available: 14 (If college level work is attained) Student learning outcomes include but are not limited to: ACCUPLACER: Reading: 3 Explain and demonstrate materials handling Writing: 2 Demonstrate the use of lock-out procedures Explain the safe use of hand tools and small power tools Explain the use of basic fire safety Explain the basics of building/facility safety Demonstrate knowledge of basic first aid Analyze various wood products, components and building materials Read simple blue prints using standard symbols and abbreviations. Analyze various types of foundations and determine which type(s) to use in all situations. Layout and assemble a residential floor system, residential exterior and interior wall systems, and residential roof systems Layout and cut rafters and stair supports using the framing square. Identify and install various types of roofing materials. Identify and install various exterior finish materials. Identify and recommend the roofing and siding materials that would be best for a particular project. Plan, schedule, and estimate costs for roofing and siding projects. Install various roofing and siding materials on both new and remodeled structures. Identify local suppliers and installers for the various types of roofing and siding materials. Identify tree species used to create hardwood flooring. Secure wood flooring to a plywood subfloor. Describe two methods for applying wood flooring to a concrete subfloor. Describe the basic method for layout sheet vinyl flooring. Identify different types of molding and trim. Identify the five basic kitchen layouts. Explain how to install a base cabinet & a wall cabinet. Eaton RESA does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability in its programs and activities. Civil Rights Coordinators are located at 1790 E. Packard Hwy, Charlotte Michigan to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscriminatio n policies. Telephone (517) 543-5500. HIGH SCHOOL/COLLEGE CREDIT EATON REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE AGENCY CAREER PREPARATION CENTER The primary focus of the Eaton RESA Career Preparation Center is to enhance a student’s high school curriculum by providing an opportunity to learn a technical trade and/or to obtain a head start on a post-secondary education. All students completing an Eaton RESA Career Center program at Lansing Community College have the opportunity to earn either direct or articulated college credit while completing their high school program if specific criteria are met. LCC credit is awarded to a student who: a) completes the high school career and technical education course with a minimum of a “C” average; b) meets the performance objectives for a specific Lansing Community College course; and, c) passes the college course final examinations, if one is required. These credits are shown as numerical grades on the student’s LCC transcript. Transcripts may be requested through Lansing Community College Enrollment Services Department by August following course completion. The courses listed below show the possible LCC college credits that may be available to high school students taking an Eaton RESA Career Preparation Program. CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY DCTM 102 Construction Safety 2 LCC Credits This course covers safety in the industrial workplace and on construction worksites. Included are local, state and federal safety regulations. The focus will be on the prevention of accidents but will teach the correct response if an accident should occur. First aid, CPR/AED certificates will be issued upon successful completion. BLDT 121 Residential Framing 4 LCC Credits Students will learn to frame residential buildings using accepted framing techniques; such as framing member spacing, framing floor systems, interior and exterior walls, ceilings, roofs and stairs. Various types of foundations and the advantages and disadvantages of each are covered. Hands-on methods are used. BLDT 125 Roofing and Siding Minimum 2.0 in BLDT 121 4 LCC Credits Students will learn how to install different roofing and siding materials. This course covers analysis, design, estimating, problem solving, building practices, materials, and installation methods for roofing and exterior wall covering projects. BLDT 126 Interior Carpentry Minimum 1.0 in BLDT 121 4 LCC Credits Students will learn to finish the interior of a residential building. This course covers the materials, installation practices and material takeoff to do the finish carpentry for a house to include windows, doors, base, chair rail, wood floors, stairs, simple built-ins and cabinets.
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