Architecture & Construction

• Grade(s): 10  

• Credits: 2 semester course, 2 semesters required, 1 credit per semester, 2 credits maximum

• Counts as a directed elective or elective for all diploma

• Course Aligned with Postsecondary Courses for Dual Credit through Ivy Tech

Principles of Construction Trades prepares students with the basic skills needed to continue in a construction trade field. Topics will include an introduction to the types and uses for common hand and power tools, learn the types and basic terminology associated with construction drawings, and basic safety. Additionally students will study the roles of individuals and companies within the construction industry and reinforce mathematical and communication skills necessary to be successful in the construction field.

• Grade(s): 11

• 2 Block Course: 1^st Block – General Carpentry, 2^nd Block – Framing and Finishing   

• Required Prerequisites: Principles of Construction Trades  

• Credits: 2 semester course, 2 semesters required, 1 credit per semester, 2 credits maximum

• Counts as a directed elective or elective for all diplomas

• Course Aligned with Postsecondary Courses for Dual Credit through Ivy Tech

General Carpentry builds upon the skills learned in the Principles of Construction Trades and examines the basics of framing. This includes studying the procedures for laying out and constructing floor systems, wall systems, ceiling joist and roof framing, and basic stair layout. Additionally, students will be introduced to building envelope systems. 228

• Grade(s): 11

• 2 Block Course: 1^st Block -- General Carpentry, 2^nd Block – Framing and Finishing  

• Required Prerequisites: Principles of Construction Trades; Construction Trades: General Carpentry 

• Credits: 2 semester course, 2 semesters required, 1 credit per semester, 2 credits maximum

• Counts as a directed elective or elective for all diplomas

• Course Aligned with Postsecondary Courses for Dual Credit through Ivy Tech

Framing and Finishing prepares students with advanced framing skills along with interior and exterior finishing techniques. Topics include roofing applications, thermal and moisture protection, exterior finishing, cold-formed steel framing, drywall installation and finishing, doors and door hardware, suspended ceilings, window, door, floor, and ceiling trim, and cabinet installation.

• Grade(s): 12

• 2 Block Course: 1^st Block – Construction Trades, 2^nd Block – Construction Trades

• Required Prerequisites: Principles of Construction Trades; Construction Trades: General Carpentry; and Construction Trades: Framing and Finishing 

• Credits: 2 semester course, 2 semesters required, 1-3 credits per semester, 6 credits maximum

• Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all diplomas

• Counts as a quantitative reasoning course

• Course Aligned with Postsecondary Courses for Dual Credit through Ivy Tech

The Construction Trades Capstone course covers the basics of electricity and working with concrete. Electrical topics include the National Electric Code, electrical safety, electrical circuits, basic electrical construction drawings, and residential electrical services. Students may also gain an understanding of concrete properties, foundations, slab-on-grades, and vertical and horizontal formwork. The course prepares students for the NCCER Carpentry Forms Level 3 and Electrical Level 1 certificates.