Construction Technology

Classes

CON100: Quantitative Skills for Construction

This course will apply fundamental mathematical skills and critical thinking to solve basic construction problems. A review of numbers, fractions, ratios, angles and triangles, weights, measures and conversions, and formulas for calculating area and volume will be included. Problem solving will use cases that introduce concepts of the estimating process for selected parts of a construction project including lumber pricing, footings, foundations, girders, sill plates, bridging, floor joists, flooring, wall framing, and roofing.

CON121: MA State Building Code – Residential

Students develop a working knowledge of the Massachusetts State Building Code for residential properties and learn the process of constructing a residential building from ground to finish with an emphasis on building code requirements. This course is helpful in obtaining information and skills necessary to pass the Massachusetts Restricted – One and Two Family Dwelling Construction Supervisors Exam.