Construction Trades I - Formerly Residential Construction - Major #8094

Certificate of Achievement Program Map
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The program map below represents an efficient and effective course taking sequence for this program. Individual circumstances might require some changes to this path. It is always recommended that you meet with your pathway counselor to develop a personalized educational plan.


The construction curriculum in this program is designed to provide students with hands-on training and technical information that will prepare them for entry into the construction industry or for personal construction projects.


Upon completion of the program, students will:
  1. 1. Students will participate in the construction of a complete residential structure.
  2. 2. Students will participate in correct installation of roof trusses.
  3. 3. Students will construct wall framing according to trade practices and instructor’s satisfaction.
  4. 4. Students will experience slab on grade installation according to trade practices and instructor’s satisfaction.
Effective Term: 2023 Spring Semester

Term 1

11-14 units

Basic Residential Construction

3-6 units

CONS 50
Basic Residential Construction

3 units
Effective Term: 2023 Spring Semester
General introductory and basic skills in residential construction. Emphasis on hand & power tool use and construction safety. Students will learn foundations, framing, roofing, interior and exterior finish techniques and materials. (A, CSU)
Course Details:
      1. CSU Transfer Course
        or

        Basic Residential Construction

        6 units
        CONS 50A
        Basic Residential Construction
        3 units
        Effective Term: 2023 Spring Semester
        This course provides students with general basic residential construction knowledge and skills including guided hands on practice using hand and power tools to complete simple construction projects including, but not limited to: concrete, framing and roofing. (A, CSU)
        Course Details:
            1. CSU Transfer Course
              and
              CONS 50B
              Basic Residential Construction
              3 units
              Effective Term: 2023 Spring Semester
              General introductory and basic skills in residential construction. Emphasis on using hand and power tools safely while installing interior and exterior finish, finish carpentry, and roofing. (A, CSU)
              Course Details:
                  1. CSU Transfer Course

                    CONS 51
                    Residential Construction: Foundations and Framing

                    8 units
                    Effective Term: 2023 Spring Semester
                    Student are introduced to the requirements and techniques of properly framing a residential structure per the Residential code. Hands-on construction of a residential house including construction of foundation forms, installation of rough plumbing, placement and finishing of concrete, lay out and construction of wall framing, placement of roof trusses and construction of associated roof framing, and the application of roofing material. (A, CSU)
                    Course Details:
                    1. Advisory: CONS 50A
                    2. Advisory: CONS 50
                      1. CSU Transfer Course

                        Term 2

                        8 units

                        CONS 53
                        Residential Construction: Exterior and Interior Finish

                        8 units
                        Effective Term: 2023 Spring Semester
                        Student are introduced to the requirements and techniques of properly finishing a residential structure per the Residential code. Hands on construction of a residential related project, including window and door installation, stucco lathing, siding installation, drywall hanging and finishing, cabinet and hardware installation, finish carpentry, interior and exterior painting, fencing, and concrete flat work including driveways and walkways. (A, CSU)
                        Course Details:
                        1. Advisory: CONS 50
                        2. Advisory: CONS 50B
                          1. CSU Transfer Course
                            Total: 19-22 units