Building Construction Technician 1 of 2
Course Code: BCV0401V
Credit Hours: 300 Clock Hours
Effective beginning: 2021-22
Course Description:This course prepares the student with the first of two courses for employment and certifications in the construction industry. The content includes local, state, and federal codes and regulations; math skills; reading blueprints, contract documents and specifications; the operation of heavy equipment; using power tools; and carpentry skills.
Course Details
Instructors:
TBD
Required textbooks/ course materials:
Core Curriculum: Introductory Craft Skills, with Access by NCCER, ISBN: 9780134391922
Carpentry Level 1 Trainee Guide, with Access by NCCER, ISBN: 9780134298566
Construction Technology NCCERConnect 2.0 with Pearson eText, Student Access Card and Trainee Guide, ISBN: 9780135169391
Assignment/course outline:
This course is competency-based and self-paced using handouts, LMS, computer-assisted instruction and instructor demonstrations.
- Attending classes
- Completing reading and computer assignments along with laboratory work
- Keeping a course notebook
- Quizzes, tests, homework, and practical exam
CERTIFICATION ALIGNMENT:
NCCER-National Center for Construction Education and Research
Discipline-level learning outcomes:
Building Construction Technician 1 of 2 focuses on broad, transferable skills and stresses understanding and demonstration of the following elements of the construction industry.
See chart below.
Course-level learning outcomes:
| Course-level student learning outcomes | Discipline-level learning outcomes | Assessment methods |
|---|---|---|
|
Install roofing materials. Install exterior finishes. Explain the importance of employability and entrepreneurship skills. Demonstrate interior carpentry skill. Install cabinets. Prepare and apply finishes to surfaces. Build stairs. |
Outcome 1: Demonstrate mastery of knowledge and skills in the Building Construction industry. Outcome 2: Demonstrate safety skills appropriate for the Building Construction industry. Outcome 3: Apply critical thinking/problem-solving and diagnostic skills proficiency as appropriate for employees in the Building Construction industry. Outcome 4: Exhibit inter-personal and ethical skills as appropriate for employees in the Building Construction. Outcome 5: Exhibit organizational and professional skills appropriate for the Building Construction industry. Outcome 6: Exhibit employ-ability and/or entrepreneurship skills as appropriate for employees in the Building Construction industry. |
Tests, Quizzes, Final Exams, Skills Performance and Skills Demonstration, Projects, Skills Check |
Means of accomplishing learning outcomes:
- In-class lecture and discussion
- Online learning management systems
- Hands-on competency-based labs
- Assessments
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