Designed to introduce the student to the basic carpentry skills needed to build, repair, and maintain structural and finishing components of buildings. Emphasis will be placed on proper tools and terminology for particular jobs. Learn how to fit joints, erect inside walls, install drywall on ceilings and walls. Also learn basic siding and roofing techniques. Senior adult and disabled retiree course fee waivers apply. Transcript available.
This course will enable students to learn the terminology, basic electrical skills, and the use of hand tools and electrical materials. Students will cover basic electrical theory and perform basic mathematical computations, learn layout for installation, repair of electrical fixtures, installation of fixtures, basic wiring, light fixtures, safety procedures, and more. Senior adult and disabled retiree course fee waivers apply. Transcript available.
This course will teach the student basic electrical theory and hands-on wiring knowledge. The student will practice repairing cords, plugs, lights and doorbells. Also emphasized are switches and receptacles. Senior adult and disabled retiree course fee waivers apply. Transcript available.
An intensive study of the estimating process, this course includes types of estimates and estimating procedures; types of construction drawings; reading and interpreting scale drawings; specifications that include state and local building code; calculating and processing bids, quotes, and contracts; and a review of math associated with estimating. Additional topics include costs associated with mechanical, structural, interior and exterior finishing; labor, cost codes, and other related costs; and special conditions associated with cost estimating. Text required. Senior adult and disabled retiree course fee waivers apply. Transcript available.
This course prepares students to take the Maryland Home Improvement License Examination. A secondary objective is to familiarize students with the home improvement contractor business. Topics include home improvement law, the Door-to-Door Sales Act, labor laws, safety regulations, payroll taxes, statutory liens of real property, business practices, finances, and cost estimating. Text required. Senior adult and disabled retiree course fee waivers apply. Transcript available.
This course will introduce students to the basic skills necessary to pursue a career in construction. It also offers career preparation standards, which include basic academic skills, communication, interpersonal skills, problem solving, workplace safety, technology, and employment literacy.
This course will introduce the concepts and life cycle of managing a project, concentrating on Construction Project Management, and focusing on the Mechanical aspect.
Tuition: $209
Fee: $239
Sessions: 6
25214
Tues., Thur.
5/4-5/20
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
TBA
F. Stoker
Preparation for Refrigerant Recovery Certification
Learn about the regulations, procedures and equipment that apply to refrigerant recovery, reclaiming and recycling in accordance with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) certification standards. Senior adult and disabled retiree course fee waivers apply. Transcript available.
This course uses a blended mix of instructor-led training and hands-on trainer. You will learn solar-electric system design, installation, and safety procedures. Our hands-on solar trainer covers the common steps of a residential solar electric retrofit. You will learn how to work with DC disconnects, inverters, AC disconnects, and load center/service panels to tie in with the utility. We will also demonstrate the connection of a live solar array feeding power into the grid. Senior adult and disabled retiree course fee waivers apply. Textbook purchase required. Transcript available.
Through this course, the students will learn to better understand, prepare, and use government standard documents for construction. Students will learn about invitations to bid, contract documents, general and special provisions, performance and payment bonds, as well as many other aspects of preparing and processing government contracts. Anyone that is involved in construction, engineering, architecture, interior design, special equipment and systems design, or building facilities, and wants to bid for government contracts, can benefit from this course. Students should have a basic knowledge of construction before taking this class.
Tuition: $225
Fee: $225
Sessions: 6
35131
Mon., Wed.
7/12-7/28
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
TBA
F. Stoker
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