Study of designing and laying out foundations, floors, walls, ceiling and roof systems. Course includes identifying types of building materials and their uses, use of hand and power tools, general safety rules and teamwork concepts.

Theory of freehand sketching and lettering using proper drawing instruments and techniques. Includes identification of basic house design, proper room design and identification of different types of architecture.

The study and practice of blueprint reading, identifying lines and symbols, using construction math and identifying proper dimensioning procedures.

Study of the procedures used in closing in a house and in preparing the inside of a house for finish carpentry. Develop skills in proper floor, wall, ceiling and roof framing procedures using appropriate hand and power tools in a safe manner.

The theory of plot plans, footing details, foundation plans, floor plans, interior and exterior elevations, window and door schedules, section drawings, and construction details.

Study of types, amounts, and costs of building products used in modern construction.

Work-study program for in-depth instruction on the job. The college gives both related and vocational instruction before and-or during this period, including seminars directly related to the work experience. These experiences are planned and supervised by the college and employers so that each contributes to the student's education and employability.

Provides a working knowledge of concrete materials, wall forms, flatwork, and finishing. Emphasis on placement of forms, concrete, and finishing through assigned lab projects.

Designed to introduce the construction practices of cabinetry and all related millwork by the construction and placement of cabinets, millwork, and finish materials in related projects.

Course provides an opportunity to properly use drafting equipment and read existing construction drawings and specifications to accurately implement construction.

Advanced theory of finish materials used in construction. Covers the selection and application of paints and other finishes and other finishing materials for decoration and redecoration of homes.

Continuation of theory of print reading, estimating and drawing for residential and some light commercial building. Emphasis on specifications, schedules, floor plans, elevations, site plans, and construction management.

Basic knowledge of contract preparation, construction financing, liens, construction insurance, and other construction legalities.

Exposure to practical information from psychology for use in everyday human relations and to improve communication skills.

Development of both oral and written communicative skills essential to career areas. Includes business letters, job applications, and analyzing and writing of technical reports.

Begins development of math skills for success in specific vocational and technical fields with major emphasis on problem solving through numerical methods using a scientific calculator and graphing. The major topics include numeration and operations, measurement, number representation, and formulas. Designed for students in building construction, drafting, electrician, industrial maintenance, utility line, and welding or machinist.

An introduction to basic computer operations using personal computers operating in a Windows environment. Students learn to use the computer to create and edit word processing and spreadsheet documents and use the Internet as a resource for information.

Covers the basic principles needed for effective personal and business finance management, including the practical applications of budgeting, credit, insurance, taxes, along with business overhead, break-even analysis, and return on investment.