Overview
Construction Technology I focuses on classroom and lab experiences involving the formation, installation, maintenance, and repair of buildings and structures. This program provides instruction in reading technical drawings and transforming those drawings into physical structures. The relationship of views and details, interpretation of dimension, transposing scale, tolerance, materials list, architectural plans, geometric construction, three dimensional drawing techniques, and sketching are presented as well as beginning aspects of residential design and site work. Students examine the design and construction of floor and wall systems and develop layout and floor construction skills. Blueprints and other professional planning documents are also covered.
Industry Certifications
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Industry Safety Certification
Testing required. Fees may apply. OSHA certification does not qualify for Technical Honors Diploma or Graduation Pathways certification.
Dual College Credits
- CNST 100 Construction Seminar
Vincennes | 1 credit
Qualifies for Technical Honors Diploma and Graduation Pathways dual credits. - CNST 120 Construction Safety
Vincennes | 3 credits
Qualifies for Technical Honors Diploma and Graduation Pathways dual credits. - CNST 105 Framing
Vincennes | 2 credits
Qualifies for Technical Honors Diploma and Graduation Pathways dual credits. - CNST 105L Framing Lab
Vincennes | 2 credits
Qualifies for Technical Honors Diploma and Graduation Pathways dual credits. - CNST 160 Finish Carpentry
Vincennes | 2 credits
Qualifies for Technical Honors Diploma and Graduation Pathways dual credits. - CNST 160L Finish Carpentry Lab
Vincennes | 3 credits
Qualifies for Technical Honors Diploma and Graduation Pathways dual credits.