Building Codes Technology (BCT)
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
To enhance each Work Based Learning participant's opportunity for success in the field of Building Codes Technology by bridging the gap between educational theory and on-the-job practices through individualized performance objectives related to the student's career or occupational goal in Building Codes Technology. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing BCT C281
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
To enhance each Work Based Learning participant's opportunity for success in the field of Building Codes Technology by bridging the gap between educational theory and on-the-job practices through individualized performance objectives related to the student's career or occupational goal in Building Codes Technology. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing BCT C282
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
To enhance each Work Based Learning participant's opportunity for success in the field of Building Codes Technology by bridging the gap between educational theory and on-the-job practices through individualized performance objectives related to the student's career or occupational goal in Building Codes Technology. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing BCT C283
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
To enhance each Work Based Learning participant's opportunity for success in the field of Building Codes Technology by bridging the gap between educational theory and on-the-job practices through individualized performance objectives related to the student's career or occupational goal in Building Codes Technology. Note: 75 hours of paid work or 60 hours of non-paid work in a field related to Building Codes Technology for each one-semester credit is required. Student must be enrolled in a total of 7 units including Work Based Learning. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing BCT C284
Grading Mode: Standard Letter
The student will gain insight into building laws founded on broad-based performance principles and will become familiar with the proper use of the International Building Code. This includes administrative, occupancy, types of construction, materials, fire-resistive standards, exiting, and detailed regulating provisions of the document. Letter grade only.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing BCT C300
Grading Mode: Standard Letter
An introduction to residential/commercial construction, this course is designed to provide you with foundational knowledge and with enough practice at reading blueprints to get you started. It is a guide to understanding the drawings used in the major construction trades, including carpentry, electrical, plumbing, heating, and air conditioning. The course includes information for styles of building from small-scale residential to large-scale commercial. Letter grade only.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing BCT C301
Grading Mode: Standard Letter
Applies the California Code of Regulations (Title 24) as it pertains to various types of buildings. Special emphasis will be placed on California State energy regulations, building modifications for the disabled for accessibility, and includes an introduction to the California State Green Building codes. Letter grade only.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing BCT C302
Grading Mode: Standard Letter
A comprehensive course designed to give the student an understanding of the Non-Structural Provisions of the International Building Code. Important aspects of this course are regulation of building areas, heights, location on property, fire resistance rated materials, fire suppression systems, and the means of egress of buildings. Letter grade only.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing BCT C303
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
Students who are preparing for a career in Building Code Technology or concrete specialty inspection and who want to learn more about code requirements for concrete construction will find this course a major learning asset. Every aspect of construction will have some sort of concrete placement. This fundamental course will provide the student with basic knowledge through advanced practices and procedures of the concrete industry. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing BCT C304
Grading Mode: Standard Letter
This class will concentrate on the International Building Code chapters concerning, wood and steel framing, roofing and reroofing, drywall, stucco, plaster, plastics, soil classification, and foundation investigation. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing BCT C305
Grading Mode: Standard Letter
Basic safety and the use of electricity. Includes basic wiring methods used in residential and commercial buildings in conjunction with the latest edition of the National Electrical Code. Application of the principles of inspection to the details of electrical construction. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing BCT C306
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
Interpretation of the Uniform Mechanical Code as it pertains to heating and air conditioning installations; includes venting, heater and air conditioning selection, gas, electrical, and applicable State Green Building codes. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing BCT C307
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
Plumbing code interpretation for inspectors and installers necessary for correct selection of material, sizing of pipe, and installation of conventional and Green Building Plumbing systems. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing BCT C308
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
Comprehensive study of International Residential Code for One and Two-Family Dwellings. Topics include all residential code requirements for building a home according to IRC, including international building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and fire codes. Academic experiences are designed to develop skills in noncommercial construction. Field experiences are used when applicable. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.