Construction Technology
Mr. Tom Martin
2000-2001
Phone (608) 874-4414
(608) 994-3724 (ext. 724)
Office Hours
MTWThF: 8:49 - 9:34
11:33 -12:18
(by appt. only)
Books:
Feirer, John L et. al. Carpentry and Building Construction. 4th Ed. New York: McGraw-Hill.
Brick Institute of America. Bricklaying: Brick and Block Masonry. BIA: Reston, VA. 1988
Other texts will be used as seen fit
Materials: Three ring binder,calculator, paper and pen or pencil. Some construction materials will be provided by the instructor. Tape Measure, hammer, pencil and safety glasses will be rented for $10.00/year. If you don’t want to pay the rental fee, you may bring in your own equipment, however, you are responsible for materials in either case. Upon safe and working return of equipment, money will be returned. Failure to bring these materials daily will result in a grade reduction at the end of the quarter (5 points/day = 45*5 = 225 points).
Course Statement: Construction Technology is a year long course that covers all areas of residential construction, from determining the site to finish carpentry. There will be an emphasis on the direct application of all techniques covered in the course in the completion of a major project or series of projects. There are also possibilities of on-job site experience. There will also be a strong emphasis on safety, teamwork, and quality in the student’s work.
Course Requirements: There will be course work covering the entire building process. Quizes, on site evaluations and other alternative assessment will be used as evaluation. After each discussion and evaluation period, students will be immediately immersed in the concept in a hands-on activity(s). Also, students may take part in the construction of a small residential structure (storage shed,etc) which will be wired and plumbed (if necessary and within budget). An oral or written exam will be given during final exam week at the end of the year to assess student awareness in the course. Other developments include building the project indoors with pneumatic tools and learning little nuances which will give you a leg up on other students your age. It is my hope that we will send students from this class to compete in state VICA competition with the opportunity to showcase your talents. It is also my goal that with some thought, that many processes you can do yourself.
Grade Summary: 93 - 100 A
85 - 92 B
77 - 84 C
70 - 76 D
Below 70 F
Course Topics: Course and Tool Introduction - August 22 - 31
Tape Reading Activity/Measurement Test
Tool Identification Activity/Tech Ed. Safety
Unit 2 - Planning, Design, and Building Codes - September 4 - 10
Hometime’s "Contracting A Home Vol. 1(36)"
"Basic Site Evaluation (34)"
Activity - Site Evaluation
Unit 3 - Reading Prints - September 11 - 13
Activity: Blueprint Reading Activity
Activity: Board, Lineal, and Square Feet
Blueprint reading test
Unit 23 - Locating the House on the Building Site - September 17 -27
Activity: Transit Introduction
Activity: Laying Out A Home Without a Transit/With a Transit
Activity: Creating Your Own Layout on VectorWorks/AutoCad and
Laying It Out
Unit 24 - Concrete and Footings - October 1 - 5
"Concrete"
Hometime’s "Contracting a Home Vol. 1(12)"
Activity: Footing layout /construction
Activity: Concrete estimation for footings
Unit 25 - Poured Concrete Foundation Walls - October 18 - 25
Demonstration of the formation of a Foundation Wall
Activity: Construction of Foundation Wall
Unit 26 - Concrete Block Foundation Walls - October 29 - Nov 21
The Beginning of Masonry
Activity:Building Scaffolding and Teardown
Identification of Tools, Equipment and Safety
Masonry Construction: Bonds, Joints, and Mortars
Activity: Basic Brickwork Concrete Block Masonry
Laying and Mixing Mortar Laying to the line
Laying a Lead Masonry Math and Estimating
Fieldstone Practice
Unit 27 - Slab and Flatwork - October 8 - 11; 15-17
Activity: Setting up a form (using transit) that’s truly flat and one that
has some slope
Activity: Laying out a paving unit walkway
Unit 28 - Framing Methods - November 26 -30
Hometime’s Framing Video
Unit 29 - Floor Framing - December 3 - 7
Discussion of Floor components
Activity: The Building of a Floor Frame(s) via pneumatic and manual
equipment
Unit 30 - Wall Framing - December 10 -14
Discussion of Wall components
Activity: Wall Framing
Unit 31 - Structural Wall Sheathing - December 17
Discussion of different types of applications House Wraps
Unit 32 - Ceiling Framing - December 18 - 20; January 2-9
Designing our own ceiling(s)
Activity: Building your own Ceiling(s)
Unit 43 - Windows and Skylights - March 11 -15
Knowing the different types, their typical application, how to install and
troubleshooting stratagies
Unit 44 - Exterior Doors and Frames - March 18 -22
Discussion of door types as well as installation process and techniques
Unit 45 - Exterior Walls: Siding and Brick Veneer - March 25 - 29
Discussion of Types of Installation as well as different types of
applications which include brick
Unit 46 - Thermal Insulation, Radiant Barriers, and Vapor Barriers - April 2 - 4
Discussion of r-factor and how to calculate it; More on House Wraps
Unit 48 - Plaster and Drywall - April 5 - 19
If money left in budget, we will practice hanging some drywall and may
Even learn how to spackle
Unit 50 - Wood and Vinyl Flooring - April 22 - May 3
We’ll talk about the costs of these products as well as calculating how
much one needs for his or her room
Unit 52 - Stairs - We’ll build a set of stairs in preparation for VICA competition
\Unit 54 - Interior Trim and Interior Doors - March 18 - 22
Again, if there are monies left over we will apply some trim in our
buildings
Electricity - Practicewiring common in home circuits as well as discuss Ohm’s law
Plumbing - Practice common plumbing connections as well as discuss parts, etc.
Landscaping - Practice of revitalizing school grounds and areas surrounding the school
Classroom Rules:
1). Respect other people and their property as well as the property
of the school(book, tools, etc).
2). Follow Directions.
3). No foul language. (ANY word(s) that the instructor considers
foul will be charged one dollar per word spoken)
4). Raise your hand when you want to speak.
5). No food or drink in either the computer lab or the shop area.
6). Obey the operating rules of each machine.
Subsequent punishments for violation of rules may result in
detentions, suspension of shop time and as a result, a failing grade.
This is by your choice, not mine, as we have a great deal to do.
Things to remember:
Linear foot = Distance in length (from A to B)
Square foot = Distance of length multiplied by width (from A + B) x (from A +C)
Cubic foot = Distance of length multiplied by width by depth
‘ = foot or feet
" = inches (WE WILL NOT WORK WITH METRIC)
O.C. = On center - The measurement of spacing for studs, rafters, joists, and
similar materials in a building from the center of one member to the center
of the next.
Actual = The actual length/width and depth of a material. So a 2"x4"x8’ is 2
inches wide, 4 inches wide and 8 feet long.
Nominal = The length of a material after drying. So a 2 x 4 x 8 is actually an 1
1/2" wide, 3 1/2" and 8 feet long. The length will not change except
when talking about a stud is only 92 5/8" , 3 3/8 short of 8’.
16d and 8d will be the nails we will talk about most. They are used in 75-85% of
all applications talked about in the class.
There may also be opportunities to work with the Grant County Habitat for Humanity. Plans are underway to give you some time on the job site. Should this occur, plans would take place to allow study time (should you want it) during class time. In essence, if you contribute a great deal to this class, you will find that the homework is minimal and that the hands on opportunities and numerous, challenging and fun.