CTAP 140 - Basic Tools, Basic Construction, Basic Blueprint

Credits: 5
This course focuses on identification, maintenance and safe usage of tools and equipment used in the trades. Students will have an understanding of job safety importance and requirements. Tool and job safety will be taught and practiced throughout the entire program. This course will also provide exposure to construction basics via skill building activities and trades related agility courses. The course will include footings and foundations (slab and grade, post and beam, footings and stem wall). This course also covers framing to include floor framing, wall framing, and roof framing. Students will receive roofing and siding exposure as well as experience with interior and exterior finishes. Students will interpret the signs and symbols on construction blueprints. Students will demonstrate their skill by drawing their own basic construction blueprint.