2016-2017 Academic Catalog 
    
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CIT 104 - Core Construction Skills II



3.0 Credits
Foundation layout techniques using a laser level to shoot grades. Set up typical concrete forms for residential footings and foundation. Construction vocabulary, introduction to both green/sustainable and typical materials, fasteners and supplies. Job site recycling. Permit code required. Prerequisite
Concurrent enrollment in CIT 103 required. Corequisite


Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

  1. Construct typical residential concrete footing and foundation forms and mix concrete based on blueprints to industry standards.
  2. Calculate concrete quantities and prescribe basic mix choices, analyze choices to provide more environmentally or greener concrete jobs per green building standards.
  3. Identify materials and methods used in creating a structural concrete wall to construction industry standards.
  4. Articulate the importance and value of safe work practices.
  5. Describe and distinguish both the name and use of the common construction materials found in residential construction including: lumber, engineered wood, fasteners and concrete forming tools and accessories.
  6. Describe skills and knowledge needed to be a successful and effective apprentice on the job site.
  7. Propose and discuss how to set up an effective job site recycling program including which materials can be recycled in the most cost effective manner.
  8. Analyze how to make responsible decisions about the environmental including using appropriate materials, avoiding toxicity and valuing: sustainability, resource efficiency and human health.



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