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The Construction Technology department undertakes various projects ranging from building a deck or gazebo to building a house from start to finish. They also build picnic tables and cabinets. The students participate by providing the labor for these projects.
Student Organization: SkillsUSA
Courses
Cabinetry I/Course Number: 15731 This course introduces students to basic skills and knowledge related to woodworking and cabinet-making. This course includes safe work habits and practices, mathematical measurements, identification and selection of hand tools, portable power tools and stationary power tools.
Cabinetry II/Course Number: 15732 This course reviews the student on safety as well as introducing new skills related to cabinet-making. This includes identifying standard dimensions and various types of wood materials, estimating materials and costs, various types of wood joints, wood fasteners and sanding abrasives, and wood finishes.
Plumbing I-A / I-B/Course Number: 15739(I-A) & 25739(I-B) Plumbing I-A is an entry level course that introduces students to basic skills and knowledge related to residential and commercial plumbing. After completing Plumbing I-A, students can register for Plumbing I-B and continue to learn related new skills. Topics include water distribution processes, installation of hot and cold water systems, and an introduction to drain, waste, residential and commercial vent systems, cutting and fitting pipe, making joints, securing pipe, and roughing in. This course gives students an introduction to the skill and knowledge required for apprentice plumbers.
Construction Core/Course Number: 5730 Requirement: This course introduces students to basic skills and knowledge applicable to all construction trades, and it is a prerequisite to all other construction courses. The focus of the course is the construction core curriculum to help students meet National Center for Construction and Research (NCCER) standards. Topics include safety, construction drawings, site layout, hand and power tools, linear measurements, and application of algebraic and geometric principles to construction problems.
Electrical I-A & I-B Course Number: 25733(I-A) & 35733(I-B) Electrical I-A is an entry level course designed to provide basic skills related to residential and commercial electrical systems. After completing Electrical I-A, students can register for Electrical I-B and continue to learn related new skills. Course content includes leadership development, safety practices, Ohm’s law, installing conduit, conductors, residential and commercial electrical systems and services according to National Electrical Code (NEC) and local codes. This course provides students an introduction to the knowledge base typically required for apprentice electricians. (May earn 2 credits)
Carpentry I-A & I-B/Course Number: 25731(I-A) & 35731(I-B) Carpentry I-A is an entry level course that will introduce students to basic skills and knowledge related to residential and commercial carpentry. After completing Carpentry I-A, students can register for Carpentry IB and continue to learn related new skills. Topics covered include wood, metal and concrete building materials, fasteners, hand and power tools, fabrication based on construction plans, and framing of platform and post-and-beam structures, in both wood and metal. This course gives students an introduction to the skill and knowledge base typically required for apprentice carpenters. (May earn up to 2 credits)
Carpentry II-A /II-B Course Number: 25732(II-A) & 35732(II-B) Prerequisites: Carpentry I-A & I-B, Algebra I or Algebra I-A & I-B, Geometry or Technical Geometry (may be concurrent) In these courses students extend their skills and knowledge related to residential and commercial carpentry acquired in Carpentry I-A and I-B. Topics include stairs, installation and trim of windows and doors, installation and repair of gypsum wallboard, advanced site layout, exterior finish work, thermal and moisture protection, and an introduction to welding. The course gives students a substantial skill and knowledge foundation typically required for apprentice carpenters (May earn 2 credits.)
Masonry I-A/I-B/Course Number: 15735(I-A) & 25735(I-B) Masonry I-A is an entry level course that will introduce students to basic skills and knowledge related to masonry construction in residential and commercial structures. After completing Masonry I-A, students may register for Masonry I-B and continue to learn related new skills. Topics include safe practices, interpretation of construction drawings, basic laying techniques, masonry reinforcement, arch construction, and ac- accommodations for weather. This course gives students an introductory skills and knowledge typically required for apprentice masons. (May earn up to 2 credits.)
Masonry II-A /II-B/Course Number: 15736(I-A) & 25736(I-B) Prerequisite: Masonry I-A & I-B In these courses, students will learn and practice intermediate skills related to masonry construction in residential and commercial structures. Topics include safe practices, advanced construction drawing interpretation, design of panel and curtain walls, construction planning, and scheduling. This course gives students a substantial skill and knowledge foundation typically required for apprentice masons. (May earn up to 2 credits.)
Student Organization: SkillsUSA Trade and Industry Technology with SkillsUSA leadership development is an integral part of every course offered in trade and industry technology. SkillsUSA membership is highly recommended for students taking trade and industry technology courses.
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Johnson County Career and Technical Education
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