Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 07/22/08 | |||
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ABC137 20052-20086 | LEC | 1 Credit(s) | 1 Period(s) |
Tilt Up Wall Systems | |||
History and evolution of tilt up construction process. Tilt up versus
concrete block or poured in place concrete walls. Designs used in tilt up
and their applications. Testing of concrete. Preparation of the slab for
tilt up. Grading and finishing concrete slabs. Forming tilt up panels.
Lifting and bracing panels. Prerequisites: (Registered apprentice status and ABC135) or permission of the apprenticeship coordinator. | |||
MCCCD Official Course Competencies: | |
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ABC137 20052-20086 | Tilt Up Wall Systems |
1. | Explain tilt up construction and describe its history. (I) |
2. | List and define the terminology used in tilt up construction. (II) |
3. | List advantages and disadvantages of tilt up construction. (III) |
4. | Describe specific steps in slab construction necessary for tilt up construction. (IV) |
5. | Identify and describe specific concrete testing methods used in tilt up. (IV) |
6. | Describe the purpose of liners and list types of liners. (IV) |
7. | Explain procedures for placement of lifting devices, identify various lifting devices and techniques. (V) |
8. | Describe reinforcing techniques used with tilt up panels. (VI) |
MCCCD Official Course Outline: | |
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ABC137 20052-20086 | Tilt Up Wall Systems |
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