Dec 14, 2024  
2024-2025 Course Catalog 
    
2024-2025 Course Catalog
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CON 482 - Const Proc & Applications III

Credits: 5
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 10
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This course includes concrete flatwork, insulation, drywall application, cabinet work and interior trim. (5-week session)
Prerequisite OR Corequisite: CON 481   
Competencies
 

  1. Place and straight edge concrete
    1. Construct form for a slab on grade
    2. Install reinforcing wire
    3. Place concrete
  2. Prep area to drywall
    1. Inspect area for obstructions or problems that need to be fixed
    2. Mark placement of light fixtures and vents
  3. Install drywall
    1. Hang drywall (by nailing/screwing drywall into place).
    2. Tape joints in drywall
    3. Apply at least two coats of mud to all joints and imperfections
  4. Install interior doors
    1. Identify correct materials
    2. Hang interior doors
    3. Trim door
  5. Install interior trim
    1. Identify correct materials
    2. Hang interior windows
    3. Trim windows
  6. Construct kitchen/vanity cabinets
    1. Assemble key tools and materials
    2. Read print for correct dimensions
    3. Set cabinet height and order
    4. Level and set boxes
    5. Cut plumbing and electrical outlets
  7. Finish cabinet installation with doors and trim
    1. Replace drawers
    2. Rehang doors
    3. Adjust hinges to ensure alignment
  8. Demonstrate ability to remedy safety hazards
    1. Wear appropriate safety gear
    2. Identify potential hazards
  9. Interpret building codes
    1. Identify building codes appropriate to building projects
    2. Discuss how codes impact building projects
  10. Demonstrate safe and proper use of tools
    1. Explain the procedures to properly maintain power tools
    2. Discuss the procedures for basic maintenance of hand tools



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