Related subjects such as print reading, framing, interior finishes and building science along with English composition and math provide students with a well-rounded education, allowing them to obtain employment in a variety of positions within the construction industry or its related fields. All students participate in framing and interior finishing projects in a lab setting that provides them with the knowledge and skills to succeed in the construction industry. All classes are conducted in an environment that prepares students for the expectations of future employers. Students will use a blower door, IR camera, moisture meter, and other energy tools to perform, evaluate and prepare a single-family home energy audit and report.

Out-of-State Licensure Information

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Graduation Outcomes

• Interpret a basic set of house plans.
• Use a variety of measuring tools to lay out a structure.
• Set a builder’s level laser level or transit and analyze readings.
• Lay out and assemble a floor, wall and roof system.
• Straighten and square framing.
• Lay out, cut and erect rafters for a variety of roof styles.
• Calculate framing, sheathing and roof coverings needed for a given structure.
• Identify different types of cornice detail.
• Identify different types of ventilation needed for a roof system.
• Have an understanding of building science, energy movement within a building, and building ventilation requirements as prescribed by the International Residential Code.
• Produce measurements using a blower door, manometer and infrared imaging camera.
• Install and properly flash windows and doors.
• Install various types of exterior finishes including clapboard, wood shingles, vinyl siding and sheet goods.
• Install interior trim in a structure.
• Lay out, frame and finish a set of interior stairs.
• Lay out and build a timber-frame structure.
• Design place and test concrete.
• Lay out and place concrete in an insulated concrete form (ICF).
• Lay out and erect a wall using concrete blocks and bricks.