The Construction Technology program prepares students for careers within the various construction industry disciplines. As construction technology students will possess a diversity of work experiences, skills and interests, the program accommodates a variety of study areas and competency levels to address student and industry needs.
The college offers both an associate degree and a new bachelor's degree in the field.
The program offers instruction in several academic areas which are critical to preparing skilled employees.
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108B |
Construction Materials and Methods |
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Credits: 3. Prerequisites: none
Studies the various types of buildings and structures utilized in industrial, commercial and residential construction. Examines peculiarities and potential problem areas for each type of construction. Construction sequencing, inspection sequencing and required testing will be outlined as well as observable "red flags" that can be indicative of potential problems. |
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114B |
Soils, Sitework, Concrete and Testing |
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Credits: 3. Prerequisites: none
Covers soil classifications as related to bearing and compaction. The student also learns to interpret the elements of a site plan including contours, existing grades, finish grades, finish elevations, benchmarks, and on-site utilities. Also includes instruction in reading and verifying grade and horizontal control stakes. Course will cover underground utilities, foundations, flatwork, drains, swales and all associated testing. |
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116B |
Plumbing Principles and Methods |
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Credits: 2. Prerequisites: none
Studies the theory and application of various plumbing and HVAC systems. Plumbing components will include fixtures, pumps, pressure-reducing valves, recirculation systems, sizing, piping and venting. HVAC components will include gas heating, oil heating, heat pumps, boilers, air conditioning and solar. |
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118B |
Construction Contract Documents |
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Credits: 3. Prerequisites: none
Explores various bid documents including architectural and engineering blueprints, shop drawings and proposals. Common construction contracts and their implications will be explained as well as accepted procedures for resolution of contract disputes. |
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120B |
Blueprint Reading and Specification |
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Credits: 3. Prerequisites: none
Equips students with technical and practical interpretation of blueprints. Assignments are made in relation to complete sets of working drawings. Students study construction relationships between architectural, structural, electrical and mechanical drawings, bidding along with inspection procedure technique. |
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121B |
Principles of Construction Estimating |
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Credits: 3. Prerequisites: none
Presents basic criteria and procedure for estimating labor and material in residential and commercial applications. |
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205B |
Construction Site Safety |
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Credits: 1–3. Prerequisites: none
Includes ten hours of authorized training addressing the OSHA construction standards. Additional topics include the identification of asbestos, lead and radon in potential construction projects. Upon completion, students will be issued a course completion wallet card by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration. |
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216B |
Structural Layout Assembly |
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Credits: 2. Prerequisites: CONS 205B
Studies correct layout procedures for flooring systems, walls and roof systems as well as the integration of all structural components utilized in these systems. (wood frame emphasis) A portion of the course is practical and the student will lay out a floor system, roof system and construct a bearing wall to industry standards. |
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220B |
Advanced Sitework Estimating |
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Credits: 3. Prerequisites: CONS 120B & CONS 121B & MATH 110B or higher or consent of instructor
Presents sitework estimating in the context of commercial and public works projects. Communication with design professionals is emphasized including shop drawings, submittals, alternates and approvals. Value engineering is explored as related to work force and materials. |
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230B |
Electrical Distribution System |
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Credits: 2. Prerequisites: CONS 205B or consent of instructor
Explains electrical theory, distribution systems and wiring techniques utilized in the construction industry. Topics will include high voltage distribution, grounding, GFCI's, transformers, load centers and circuits. Actual wiring techniques will be practiced in conjunction with electrical troubleshooting. |
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260B |
Certified Inspectors of Structures-Residential |
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Credits: 3. Prerequisites: none
Provides prescribed course of instruction for Certified Inspector of Structures as per the state of Nevada. |
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261B |
Under-Floor Inspections-Certified Inspector |
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Credits: 1. Prerequisites: CONS 260B
Provides instruction on all of the under-floor components that the Certified Inspector of Structures must inspect to complete a certified inspection per 645D of the Nevada Administrative Code. Students will complete two supervised under-floor inspections and prepare extensive narrative inspection reports for evaluation. They will be required to sign "hold harmless" waivers when conducting inspections off state property. Students are strongly encouraged to have medical insurance that provides coverage in the event of a job-site injury. |
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262B |
Above-Floor Inspections for Certified Inspector |
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Credits: 2. Prerequisites: CONS 260B
Provides instruction on all of the above-floor components typical of residential construction. Seismic and structural hardware will be discussed as will load-bearing, load-transferring and non-load-bearing assemblies. Extensive mechanical and electrical systems analyses will be conducted. Students will prepare extensive narrative inspection reports for evaluation, and sign "hold harmless" waivers when conducting inspections off state property. Students are strongly encouraged to have medical insurance that provides coverage in the event of a job-site injury. |
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263B |
Supervised Residential Inspections for Certification |
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Credits: 4. Prerequisites: CONS 260B
Provides instruction on conducting residential inspections as per 645D of the Nevada Administrative Code. Students will explore methodologies for conducting inspections and develop an inspection format that they will utilize while completing ten supervised inspections. Students must complete ten inspection reports to be evaluated by the instructor and sign "hold harmless" waivers when conducting inspections off state property. Students are strongly encouraged to have medical insurance that provides coverage in the event of a job site injury. |
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280B |
Project Supervision |
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Credits: 5. Prerequisites: none
Provides the basics for on-site execution of a construction project. Topics include skills and techniques recognized by industry as essential for the contemporary field superintendent. |
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281B |
Construction Planning Scheduling And Control |
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Credits: 3. Prerequisites: none
Explores project implementation including logistics, scheduling, delegation of responsibility and quality control. |
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282B |
Construction Law |
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Credits: 2–3. Prerequisites: none
Studies the legal implications of verbal and written communications among building officials, contractors, sub-contractors and clients. Investigates various construction contracts, informational requirements, proper record keeping, notification, bonds, liens, lien release instruments and resolution of contract disputes. |
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290B |
Internship in Construction |
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Credits: 3. Prerequisites: consent of instructor
Studies project management techniques on-site under the supervision of a project manager or superintendent. |
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351 |
Advanced Project Supervision |
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Credits: 5. Prerequisites: admission to the BTech program or consent of advisor
Provides the management skills for on-site execution of a construction project. Topics include skills and techniques recognized by industry as essential for the contemporary field superintendent. |
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451 |
Advanced Internship in Construction |
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Credits: 2. Prerequisites: CONS 351 and admission to the BTech program or consent of advisor
Studies project management techniques on-site under the supervision of a project manager or superintendent. |
