Building Construction Technology
Instructors:
Tim Hall: tim.hall@hardin.kyschools.us
Robert Woodson: robert.woodson@hardin.kyschools.us
Residential Maintenance Carpenter Assistant CIP 46.0401.01
This pathway prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to keep a building functioning, and to service a variety of structures including commercial and industrial buildings and mobile homes. Includes instruction in the basic maintenance and repair skills required to service building systems, such as air conditioning, heating, plumbing, electrical, major appliances, and other mechanical systems.
BEST PRACTICE COURSES
Complete two (2) credits:
Introduction to Construction Technology: 460201
1 Credit
Recommended Grade Level: 9th-11th
Note: This course is required to continue in all other Residential Maintenance Courses
This course is the introduction to the construction carpentry industry. The class will emphasize safe and proper methods of operating hand tools, portable power tools, and stationary power tools in the construction industry. Content in the course should be aligned with the pathway being offered: Commercial and/or Residential.
Residential Maintenance Carpentry: 460220
1 Credit
Recommended Grade Level: 10th-12th
This course covers the basic aspects of framing, roofing, window, door, and stair maintenance. The student will receive training in the proper use of ladders and in the handling and storage of building materials.
And
Choose two (2) credits from the following:
Residential Maintenance Wiring: 460333
1 Credit
Recommended Grade Level: 10th-12th
This course covers the basic aspects of electric theory, wire and cables, fixtures and devices, and troubleshooting and maintenance wiring;
And
Residential Maintenance Plumbing and Residential Maintenance HVAC: 460516 and 460818
0.5 Credits each or 1 Credit total
Recommended Grade Level: 11th-12th
This course covers the basic aspects of clearing blocked drains, repairing leaks, repair and replacement of residential plumbing fixtures, and working with copper, plastic, and steel pipes.
This course covers the basic aspects of maintaining various heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems in residential buildings.
OR
Co-op: 460229**
1 Credit
Grade Level: 12th (3rd Trimester)
Cooperative Education provides supervised on-the-job work experience related to the student’s educational objectives. Students participating in the Cooperative Education program receive compensation for their work.
**Teacher Approval Required
Students in this program have the opportunity to become industry certified through the Home Builders Institute for successfully completing the PACT Certification. This Pre-Apprenticeship Certification consists of 3 tests including The PACT Core, Carpentry, and Wiring.
Heavy Equipment Sciences CIP 49.0202.01
Instructor:
Barry Wiglesworth: barry.wiglesworth@hardin.kyschools.us
The Heavy Equipment Sciences program will prepare students for construction jobs, infrastructure projects (roads, bridges, and ports, otherwise called non-building construction), and mining and timber operations. A trained and experienced equipment operator provides the necessary skills for any project that requires moving and transporting heavy materials or that demands any earthmoving.
BEST PRACTICE COURSES
Complete (3) three credits:
• 460201 Introduction to Construction Technology
• 460403 Heavy Highway Construction Equipment Repair
• 460404 Heavy Equipment Operation
Choose (1) one credit from the following:
• 460499 Special Topics - Heavy Equipment
• 499910 Industrial Education Co-op*
*Teacher Approval Required
Introduction to Construction Technology: 460201
1 Credit
Recommended Grade Level: 9th-11th
Note: This course is required to continue in all other Heavy Equipment Courses
This course is the introduction to the construction carpentry industry. The class will emphasize safe and proper methods of operating hand tools, portable power tools, and stationary power tools in the construction industry. Content in the course should be aligned with the pathway being offered: Commercial and/or Residential.
Heavy Highway Construction Equipment Repair: 460403
1 Credit
Recommended Grade Level: 10th-12th
Note: This course is required to be taken before Heavy Equipment Operation.
This course introduces students to perform preventive maintenance, diagnose malfunction, prescribe corrective actions, and repair heavy highway equipment.
Heavy Equipment Operation: 460404
1 Credit
Recommended Grade Level: 11th-12th
This course introduces students to the basic terminology and equipment used in the heavy equipment trade; working around heavy equipment in a safe and responsible manner; commonly used heavy equipment machines, including dump trucks, trenchers, backhoes, excavators, skid steer, and dozers; drive systems and hydraulic systems; pre- operational checks and operator maintenance tasks for heavy equipment; basic tractor operation, controls, attachments, maintenance, and safety guidelines; basic concepts and procedures related to the use of heavy equipment to perform earthmoving work; preparing graded surfaces using heavy equipment; identification and interpretation of construction stakes; and describes the methods for grading slopes. Students will learn what tasks are expected from an apprenticeship program in heavy equipment.
Special Topics - Heavy Equipment 460499
1 Credit
Recommended Grade Level- 12th
Instruction related to Industrial Education – Heavy Equipment but not described in the other courses. Students will:
1. Complete selected tasks and problems as determined by the instructor.
Industrial Education Co-op* 499910
1 Credit
Recommended Grade Level: 12th
Cooperative Education for CTE (career and technical education) courses indicated within the KY Department of Education provide supervised worksite experience related to the student’s identified career major. Students who participate receive a salary for these experiences in accordance with local, state, and federal minimum wage requirements.
*Teacher Approval Required
Students in this program have the opportunity to become industry certified through the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) for successfully completing the NCCER Core Certification along with NCCER Heavy Equipment Certification.
