Credit Courses - 133 Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005 CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY CT V20 - BLUEPRINT READING: ARCHITECTURAL/CONSTRUCTION - 3 Units Hours: 3 lecture weekly This course provides experience in construction blueprint reading and plan review. Experiences will include the study of lines, symbols, notations and dimensions used on architectural drawings. Code interpretation and design compliance will be stressed. Field trips may be required. Formerly CT 20. Same as ARCH V11 & DRFT V02B. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor. CT V30 - MACHINE WOODWORKING - 3 Units Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly This course is offered in a machine woodworking facility. This course is a study of operations commonly performed in cabinet and furniture shops. Students will work on individual woodworking projects as they learn both shop safety and craftsmanship. Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 3 times. Transfer credit: CSU. CT V37 - LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION - 3 Units Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly In this course, students will gain practical field experience in installing landscape planting and irrigation systems. Proper use of typical construction materials, tools, and power equipment will be emphasized. Actual projects may include decks, patios, overheads, benches, walls, fences, walks, low voltage lighting, water elements and grading. California licensing, contracts and codes will be reviewed. Field trips may be required. Same as HORT V37. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor. CT V40 - ICBO BUILDING CODE CERTIFICATION PREPARATION - 2 Units Recommended preparation: ARCH V59 or CT V59 or 2 years of experience using the Uniform Building Code Hours: 2 lecture weekly The course will provide a review of the Uniform Building Code and focus on information necessary to pass the International Conference of Building Officials (I.C.B.O.) cer tification exam. This I.C.B.O. exam is required for employment as a building or combination inspector. Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2 times. Formerly CT 40. CT V41 - IAPMO PLUMBING CODE CERTIFICATION PREPARATION - 2 Units Recommended preparation: CT V71 or 2 years of experience using the Uniform Plumbing Code Hours: 2 lecture weekly This course will provide a review of the Uniform Plumbing Code and focus on information necessary to pass the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) plumbing certification exam. Cer tification is required for employment as a plumbing or combination inspector. Formerly CT 41. CT V42 - IAPMO MECHANICAL CODE CERTIFICATION PREPARATION - 2 Units Recommended preparation: CT V72 or 2 years of experience using the Uniform Mechanical Code Hours: 2 lecture weekly This course will provide a review of the Uniform Mechanical Code and focus on information necessary to pass the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAMPO) mechanical cer tification exam. Cer tification is required for employment as a mechanical or combination inspector. Formerly CT 42. CT V43 - ELECTRICAL CERTIFICATION PREPARATION - 2 Units Recommended preparation: CT V66 or 2 years of experience using the National Electrical Code Hours: 2 lecture weekly This course will provide a review of the National Electrical Code and focus on information necessary to pass the International Code Conference (ICC), International Association of Electrical Inspectors (IAEI) and Division of Apprenticeship Standards (DAS) certification exams. Successful passage of certification exams is required for employment as electricians or electrical inspectors. Formerly CT 43. CT V45 - ICBO PLANS EXAMINER CERTIFICATION PREPARATION - 2 Units Recommended preparation: ARCH V59 or CT V59 or 2 years plan checking experience Hours: 2 lecture weekly This course is an introduction to nonstructural plan checking and review for the International Conference of Building Officials (I.C.B.O.) "Plans Examiner" certification examination. The course will cover advanced material contained in the Uniform Building Code. Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2 times. Formerly CT 45. CT V46 - BUILDING PERMIT TECHNICIAN - 2 Units Hours: 2 lecture weekly This course is an introduction to the duties and responsibilities of a Building Department Permit Technician. Subjects to be studied will include building and zoning code regulations, construction plans and documents, permit fee schedules and permit processing. This course will help students prepare for industry cer tification as a Permit Technician. CT V47 - BUILDING AND ZONING CODE ENFORCEMENT - 3 Units Hours: 3 lecture weekly This course is an introduction to building and zoning code enforcement. Code enforcement is the study of community regulatory standards pertaining to housing and commercial development. Subjects to be studied will include state codes, duties of enforcement officers, and professional cer tification. CT V50 - CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTOR LICENSE PREPARATION - 3 Units Hours: 3 lecture weekly This course provides preparation for the California General Contractor's License exam. Law subjects and trade subjects will be studied through lectures and practice exams. State licensing requires four years of construction experience or a combination of education and experience. Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2 times. Formerly CT 50. Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005 134 - Credit Courses CT V63 - REINFORCED CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION - 3 Units Hours: 3 lecture weekly This course is an introduction to basic soil mechanics and reinforced concrete and masonry construction. Subjects to be studied include: soil composition, soil strength factors, the different types of brick block masonry construction, concrete construction and Por tland cement composition. This course will stress construction methods, building materials and the inspection process. Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2 times. Formerly CT 63. CT V64 - BUILDING CONSTRUCTION: MATERIALS AND METHODS - 3 Units Hours: 3 lecture weekly This course is an introduction to residential and light commercial building construction, including materials, foundations, framing, roof and stair cutting, drywall, finish work and building codes. This course is intended to serve as an overview of the construction process. Field trips may be required. Formerly CT 64. Same as ARCH V64. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor. CT V65 - STRUCTURAL STEEL AND WELDING CONSTRUCTION - 3 Units Hours: 3 lecture weekly This course is a study of structural steel and welding use in building construction. Building types, grades of materials, assembly methods, blueprint reading and other subjects will be studied. The course in intended for inspectors, project supervisors and construction workers. The course will also help prepare students for related industry cer tifications. Field trips may be required. CT V65/WEL V65 may be taken in any combination for a maximum of 2 times. Formerly CT 65. Same as WEL V65. CT V66 - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE - 3 Units Hours: 3 lecture weekly This course is an introduction to the National Electrical Code. The Code layout and content will be the focus of study. Subjects covered will include vocabulary, service, circuits, conduits, conductors and system inspection. Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 3 times. Formerly CT 66. CT V67 - BUILDING ACCESSIBILITY REGULATIONS - 2 Units Hours: 2 lecture weekly This course is a study of California and federal regulations that cover building accessibility for disabled persons. Both public and private buildings will be studied as well as parking, exterior routes of travel, entrances, exits and other accommodations. This course is intended for building designers as well as contractors and inspectors. This course will also help prepare students for industry certification. Field trips may be required. CT V67/ARCH V67 may be taken in any combination for a maximum of 2 times. Formerly CT 67. Same as ARCH V67. CT V69 - CALIFORNIA ENERGY REGULATIONS - 2 Units Hours: 2 lecture weekly This course is a study of the state of California Energy Standards. The course will also study the mandatory energy conservation requirements in residential construction per Title 24. The course will include an introduction to computer software used for energy compliance. Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 3 times. Formerly CT 69. CT V52 - PROPERTY INSPECTION - 2 Units Hours: 2 lecture weekly This course is an introduction to property and real estate inspection. Foundation, roofing, utility systems, liability and industry cer tifications are some of the subjects that will be studied. Field trips may be required. CT V58 - INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE - 3 Units Hours: 3 lecture weekly This course is an introduction to the International Residential Code (IRC). Students will learn interpretation and use of the residential building code as it applies to modern construction. Design criteria and inspection processes will be emphasized. Course content will include information related to residential code cer tification for inspectors and designers. Topics of instruction will follow the content of the most recent IRC as published by the International Code Council (ICC). Transfer credit: CSU. CT V59 - UNIFORM BUILDING CODE - 3 Units Hours: 3 lecture weekly This is a fundamental course acquainting the student with all aspects of the Uniform Building Code and other applicable construction safety codes, including how codes are written, enforced, their purpose, legal status, and their application in wood frame construction. Field trips may be required. CT V59/ARCH V59 may be taken in any combination for a maximum of 3 times. Formerly CT 59. Same as ARCH V59. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor. CT V60 - SIMPLIFIED ENGINEERING FOR BUILDING CONSTRUCTION - 3 Units Hours: 3 lecture weekly This is a fundamental course designed to give the student an acquaintance and overview of basic engineering principles and provide a beginning understanding of their application in wood frame construction. Field trips may be required. Formerly CT 60. Same as ARCH V60. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor. CT V61 - PUBLIC WORKS CONSTRUCTION - 3 Units Hours: 3 lecture weekly This course will provide an introduction to public works construction and inspection. Subjects to be studied will include soil mechanics, geological repor ts, land development, site preparation, foundation design, drainage control and underground utilities. Field trips may be required. Formerly CT 61. CT V62 - STRUCTURAL MASONRY CONSTRUCTION - 3 Units Hours: 3 lecture weekly This course is an introduction to structural masonry construction. Subjects to be studied will include brick and block construction, mortar types, grouting requirements and reinforcements. This course will stress construction methods, building materials and the inspection process. This course will also help students prepare for industry certification exams. No prior experience is necessary. Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2 times. Formerly CT 62. Credit Courses - 135 Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005 CT V71 - UNIFORM PLUMBING CODE - 3 Units Hours: 3 lecture weekly This course is an introduction to the Uniform Plumbing Code. The Code layout and content will be the focus of study. Subjects to be covered will include vocabulary, water supply systems, waste drainage, construction materials and code inspection. A prior understanding of plumbing systems is preferred. Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 3 times. Formerly CT 71. CT V72 - UNIFORM MECHANICAL CODE - 3 Units Hours: 3 lecture weekly This course is an introduction to the Uniform Mechanical Code. The Code layout and content will be the focus of study. Subjects to be covered will include vocabulary, materials, methods used in heating, air conditioning and ventilation systems. Code problems and the inspection of mechanical systems will be emphasized. A prior understanding of HVAC system is preferred. Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 3 times. Formerly CT 72. CT V75 - INTRODUCTION TO ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING AND MECHANICAL SYSTEMS - 3 Units Hours: 3 lecture weekly This course is an introduction to residential and light commercial electrical, plumbing, heating, air conditioning and ventilation systems. Subjects to be studied will include vocabulary, equipment, materials, construction methods and basic inspection requirements. Field trips may be required. Formerly CT 75. Same as ARCH V75. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor. CT V76 - CONSTRUCTION JOB SITE MANAGEMENT - 3 Units Hours: 3 lecture weekly This course covers the organization and problems associated with managing a construction job site. Topics will include plans, permits, inspections, material and workforce scheduling, industrial safety, construction process, cost control and quality management. Transfer credit: CSU. CT V77 - CONSTRUCTION BUSINESS MANAGEMENT - 3 Units Hours: 3 lecture weekly This course covers the organization and problems associated with managing a building construction business. Topics will include licensing, insurance, project financing, bidding, contracts, scheduling, safety and community relations. Field trips may be required. Formerly CT 77. Transfer credit: CSU. CT V79 - CONSTRUCTION ESTIMATING - 3 Units Hours: 3 lecture weekly This course stresses construction cost estimating through the analysis of blueprint drawings and the generation of labor and material takeoff lists. Topics will include materials, labor, overhead, profit and subcontractors. A prior understanding of the construction process is preferred. Field trips may be required. Formerly CT 79. Transfer credit: CSU. CT V80 - COMPUTER APPLICATIONS FOR CONTRACTORS - 2 Units Recommended preparation: CT V79 Hours: 1 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly This course is a survey of computer programs used in the construction industry. The student will review software used for cost estimating, project scheduling and office management. An understanding of construction cost estimating is recommended. No previous computer experience is required. Field trips may be required. Formerly CT 80. Transfer credit: CSU. CT V84 - CONSTRUCTION SKILLS TRAINING - 6 Units Hours: 12 lecture-laboratory weekly This is a hands-on construction skills training course. Students will design and construct various building projects that include concrete, carpentry, electrical, plumbing and other trades. Students will learn the proper selection of materials and the safe and proper use of tools and power equipment. Course content will focus on developing occupational, entry-level knowledge and abilities required for employment in the construction industry. May be taken for a maximum of 2 times. CT V88 - CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units Prerequisite: varies with topic Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not met by present course offerings. Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly CT V89. CT V95 - CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY INTERNSHIP I - 1-4 Units Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment in one course in the discipline Hours: 60 per unit This construction technology internship course offers students who are volunteers (unpaid) an opportunity to obtain work experience related to their field of study. Students are accepted as a result of consultation with a designated faculty member in the discipline and the acceptance of an approved work proposal. Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4 times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other work experience/internship courses. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor. CT V96 - CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY INTERNSHIP II - 1-4 Units Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment in one course in the discipline Hours: 75 per unit This construction technology internship course offers students who are employed in the field an opportunity to expand their work experience related to their field of study. Students are accepted as a result of consultation with a designated faculty member in the discipline and the acceptance of an approved work proposal. Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4 times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other work experience/internship courses. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.