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CAT 1811 NCCER Construction Craft Laborer Level 1A

Orientation to the skilled trade of Construction Craft Laborer. Topics covered include basic construction site safety, introduction to construction math, introduction to hand tools and power tools, introduction to construction drawings, introduction to basic rigging, and basic communication skills. This course utilizes NCCER (National Center for Construction Education and Research) core curriculum. One classroom, two lab hours per week.

Division: Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
Department: Construction Management Technology
Repeatable Credit: No
Offered Online: No

Prereqs: NONE   Approval of Department 

Outcomes

  • Explore NCCER core curriculum.
  • Use basic construction math skills and apply to the trade.
  • Identify and learn proper use of hand and power tools. Also includes maintenance.
  • Identify the basic terms, components, and symbols used on construction drawings.
  • Explore basic info regarding rigging and rigging hardware. Emphasize safe rigging habits.
  • Use basic communication skills, both written and verbal.

Credit Hours: 2

Classroom Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2