MCCCD Program Description

Methods and Materials of Construction

Course: ARC148

First Term: 2007 Fall

Lecture 3 Credit(s) 3 Period(s) 3 Load
Subject Type: Occupational
Load Formula: S

Description: Modern methods of construction and materials for residential, multiple, and commercial building, including the four types of structures used: wood, concrete, steel and masonry. Methods of assembly and how different materials can be used to create desired designs. Requirements of most recent building codes and the F.H.A. standards

MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Identify and explain historical construction systems, basic construction principles, structural theory and the professional terms used to describe these systems and principles. (I) 2. Describe the roles and responsibilities of the architect, contractor, sub-contractor, owner, and various public agencies in the construction of a building. (II) 3. Using professional terminology, identify and describe typical southwestern methods used to complete site and off-site work. ( I, III) 4. Using professional terminology, identify and describe typical southwestern methods and materials used to complete cast in place concrete work such as slabs on grade and footings. (I, IV) 5. Using professional terminology , identify and describe typical southwestern methods and materials used in wall construction. (I, V) 6. Using professional terminology, describe and identify typical southwestern methods and materials for framing wood, steel, and concrete roof and floor systems. (I,VI) 7. Perform a structural analysis, using appropriate calculations to do preliminary sizing of footings, joists, and beams. (VII) 8. Using professional terminology, describe and identify typical southwestern methods and materials used to finish, insulate, and fire proof building assemblies. (I, VIII) 9. Identify methods and materials discussed in class when observed in actual construction contexts. (I-VIII)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.

MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Overview A. Historical Construction Systems B. Construction Principles and Theories C. Professional Terminology II. Processes and Procedures A. Roles and Responsibilities 1. Architect 2. Contractor 3. Sub-contractor 4. Owner 5. Public Agencies B. Contract Documents 1. Drawings 2. Specifications C. Codes 1. Ordinances 2. Permits 3. Inspections III. Site Work /Southwestern Methods A. Preparation for Construction B. Analysis of General Conditions 1. Overhead Items 2. Site Conditions/Access 3. Surveys 4. Tests C. Soil Preparation 1. Cut and Fill 2. Compaction D. Grading and Drainage E. Utilities F. Landscape G. Offsites IV. Concrete/Southwestern Methods A. Properties and Placement (Cast in Place) B. Slabs on Grade C. Typical Footing and Reinforcing Details V. Wall Construction/Southwestern Methods A. Masonry 1. Types 2. Placement 3. Reinforcing 4. Concrete Masonry Units (CMU) B. Wood and Metal Frames 1. Systems and Components 2. Anchoring and Bracing 3. Connectors VI. Roof and Floor Systems/Southwestern Methods A. Wood, Metal Frame (Bar Joists) and Concrete B. Systems and Components C. Roofing Materials and Applications VII. Structural Analysis A. Overview B. Calculations C. Preliminary Sizing 1. Footings 2. Joists 3. Beams VIII. Finishes and Insulation/Southwestern Methods A. Moisture, Thermal, and Sound B. Fire Protection C. Approved/Rated Assemblies D. Typical Finishes

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: 12/12/2006

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