Construction Technology
Blueprint This course is for anyone who wants to read and interpret construction blueprints. It will cover construction plans and details, topographical plans along with ways to calculate areas and materials. Prerequisite: Basic math skills. Spring 2008 W Class fee $200 Materials fee $75 Total $275 Brick Masonry Introduction (12 hrs.) Do you need to repoint that old fireplace or build a new brick barbeque grill? Then this is the class for you. Learn the basic skills to lay brick and block (from initial layout to finish) in this hands-on class. Sat Class fee $139 Materials fee $0 Total $139 Painting (4 hrs.) An overview of best methods and materials for interior and exterior painting. From primers to color selection, this class covers everything you need to know for a successful paint job. Spring 2008 Sat Class fee $55 Materials fee $0 Total $55 WEEKEND WARRIORS SERIES Weekend Warriors classes are hands-on and taught by an experience maintenance professional. Weekend Warriors: Plumbing (5.5 hrs.) Learn how to install faucets, replace and repair toilets, and solder from a professional maintenance technician. Spring 2008 Sat Class fee $69 Materials fee $0 Total $69 Weekend Warriors: Electrical (4.5 hrs.) Learn how to change light fixtures, install ceiling fans and replace receptacles/switches. Electrical safety will also be covered. Spring 2008 Sat Class fee $59 Materials fee $0 Total $59 Weekend Warriors: Drywall (5 hrs.) Learn how to install, repair and tape drywall in this hands-on class. Spring 2008 Sat Class fee $65 Materials fee $0 Total $65 Weekend Warriors: Wood Flooring Installation (4.5 hrs.) Learn how to install hardwood and laminate flooring. Spring 2008 Sat Class fee $59 Materials fee $0 Total $59 Weekend Warriors: Ceramic Tile Installation (5 hrs.) NEW Learn how to install and repair ceramic tile for walls and floors. Spring 2008 Sat Class fee $65 Materials fee $0 Total $65
Construction Certification
Students who want Electrical Wiring or Welding certification from the
Introduction to Construction and Maintenance (28 hrs.)
This course is the foundation (Core Curriculum) for all NCCER (
Spring 2008
W,M
Class fee $199 Materials fee $60 Total $259
Welding: Introduction (72 hrs.)
This course includes arc welding theory, welding machine design and operation, electrode types, metallurgy, welding symbols and blueprints related to shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), also known as stick welding. It also features related hands-on exercises that incorporate individual welding projects. Supplies will be discussed the first evening. Course content includes curriculum from the
Spring 2008
W,M
Class fee $614 Materials fee $85 Total $699
Welding: Advanced (48 hrs.)
Prepare for welding certification! Its time to take your welding skills to the next level. This course is designed to give you valuable theory and practical application related to TIG and MIG welding of steel and aluminum. In addition you will learn the principles and practices of the plasma arc cutting machine. This course will help prepare you for American Welding Society (AWS) certification exams. Prerequisite: Welding: Introduction or equivalent experience. Welding gloves and safety glasses are required.
Spring 2008
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Class fee $470 Materials fee $125 Total $595
Welding: Vertical & Pipe Welding (56 hrs.)
A continuation of Welding Introduction for those interested in Level I NCCER certification. Course topics include open v-groove welding and open-root pipe welding. Prerequisite: Welding Introduction. Text from Welding Introduction is required.
Summer 2008
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Class fee $575 Materials fee $0 Total $575
Electrical Wiring: Part I (60 hrs.)
Part I of a two-part series designed to provide you with an introduction to basic electrical theory, electrical safety, residential wiring, NEC (National Electrical Code), circuit breakers and fuses, electrical measurements and testing equipment. Course content includes curriculum from the
Spring 2008
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Class fee $544 Materials fee $155 Total $699
Electrical Wiring: Part II (60 hrs.)
This course is a continuation of Electrical Wiring Part I and covers the following topics: alternating current theory, electrical blueprints, grounding, boxes and fittings, conductor installations, installation of electric services, circuit breakers and fuses. Course content includes curriculum from the
Spring 2008
Th
Class fee $544 Materials fee $115 Total $659
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