Maricopa Community Colleges  GTC124   19986-20075 
Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 11/25/97
GTC124 19986-20075 LEC 3 Credit(s) 3 Period(s)
Methods and Materials of Construction
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.
Prerequisites: None.
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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
 
GTC124   19986-20075 Methods and Materials of Construction
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)
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GTC124   19986-20075 Methods and Materials of Construction
    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
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