Architecture and Construction

Principles of Architecture provides an overview of the various fields of architecture, interior design, and construction management. Achieving proficiency in decision-making and problem solving is an essential skill for career planning and lifelong learning. Students use self-knowledge, education, and career information to set and achieve realistic career and educational goals. Job specific training can be provided through training modules that identify career goals in trade and industry areas. Classroom studies include topics such as safety, work ethics, communication, information technology applications, systems, health, environment, leadership, teamwork, ethical and legal responsibility, employability, and career development and include skills such as problem solving, critical thinking, and reading technical drawings.

Students will gain knowledge of the design principles, history, techniques, and tools related to the production of drawings, renderings, and scaled models for residential or non-residential purposes. They will learn about building code and zoning requirements; draw schematic site plans, floor plans, building elevations, sections, and perspectives; compare the use of architectural elements such as form, color, texture, and space; and develop an understanding of architectural history and culture.

#Certification opportunity- Autodesk Revit Certified User: Revit Architecture Students will gain advanced knowledge and skills in the design principles, design history, techniques, and tools of architectural design. They will develop a foundation for entry into a career in architecture or into a postsecondary degree program. Tasks will include estimating job costs and developing schedules, demonstrating the ability to safely use tools and equipment, and developing advanced skill in the use of computer- aided drafting and emerging technologies in the field. They will apply these concepts to simulated and actual work situations.

This course addresses psychological, physiological, and sociological needs of individuals by enhancing the environments in which they live and work. Students will use knowledge and skills related to interior and exterior environments, construction, and furnishings to make wise consumer decisions, increase productivity, promote sustainability, and compete in industry.

Interior Design II is a technical laboratory course that includes the application of the employability characteristics, principles, processes, technologies, communication, tools, equipment, and materials related to interior design to meet industry standards.

This capstone course is designed to give students unpaid supervised practical application of previously studied knowledge and skills in an arrangement appropriate to the nature and level of experience. Students will demonstrate proper job search procedures, interview techniques, professional dress and appearance, interpersonal skills, and technical skills in their practicum placement locations. Students who wish to take this course must have their own transportation to travel to their practicum site(s). * Applies only to Carpentry and Electrical Programs of Study.

This class provides an overview to the various fields of architecture and construction, including career opportunities in the fields. Students will be introduced to the safe use of hand tools and power tools and the care and maintenance of these tools. They will learn to provide material and time estimates for projects and interpret architectural and engineering working drawings and specifications used in construction.

In Construction Technology I, students will gain knowledge and skills needed to enter the workforce as carpenters or building maintenance supervisors or to prepare for a postsecondary degree in construction management, architecture, or engineering. Students will acquire knowledge and skills in safety, tool usage, building materials, codes, and framing. For safety and liability considerations, limiting course enrollment to 15 students is recommended.

In Construction Technology II, students will gain advanced knowledge and skills needed to enter the workforce as carpenters, building maintenance technicians, or supervisors or to prepare for a postsecondary degree in construction management, architecture, or engineering. Students will build on the knowledge base from Construction Technology I and are introduced to exterior and interior finish out skills. For safety and liability considerations, limiting course enrollment to 15 students is recommended.

This is the first course in the pre-apprenticeship program. Students will gain knowledge and skills needed to enter the workforce as an electrician or building maintenance supervisor, prepare for a postsecondary degree in a specified field of construction or construction management, or pursue an approved apprenticeship program. Students will acquire knowledge and skills in safety, electrical theory, tools, codes, installation of electrical equipment, and the reading of electrical drawings, schematics, and specifications. Students will begin earning hours towards an electrician journeyman’s license and prepare for a summer internship. This course must be taken concurrently with BI1219

Students use problem-solving situations, hands-on activities, and technology to extend mathematical thinking and engage student reasoning. Situations relating to specific electrical applications provide students opportunities to make connections with mathematics and the workplace in the electrical career fields. In addition, students will learn the skills necessary to communicate using mathematics. Hands-on activities will allow students to model, explore, and develop abstract concepts applicable to technical careers. This course must be taken concurrently with CC1224 This course satisfies a high school mathematics graduation requirement.

This is the second year of the TRIO pre-apprenticeship program. Students will gain advanced knowledge and skills needed to enter the workforce as an electrician, a building maintenance technician, or a supervisor; prepare for a postsecondary degree in a specified field of construction or construction management; or pursue an approved apprenticeship program. Students will acquire knowledge and skills in safety, electrical theory, tools, codes, installation of electrical equipment, alternating current and direct current motors, conductor installation, installation of electrical services, and electric lighting installation. Students will continue earning hours towards an electrician journeyman’s license and prepare for US Department of Labor apprenticeship training upon graduation.

This capstone course is designed to give students supervised practical application of previously studied knowledge and skills in an unpaid arrangement appropriate to the nature and level of experience. Students will demonstrate proper job search procedures, interview techniques, professional dress and appearance, interpersonal skills, and technical skills in their practicum placement locations. Students who wish to take this course must have their own transportation in order to be able to travel to their practicum site(s).