Carpentry and Construction Safety (CT 117)
Term: 2023-2024 Fall
office hours MW- 1-2, T,TH-12-1, F-10-11
office phone (605)-718-3054
Mon, 2:30 PM - 4:50 PM (8/21/2023 - 12/15/2023) Location: MAIN L 225 Tue, 1:00 PM - 3:50 PM (8/21/2023 - 12/15/2023) Location: MAIN L 225 Fri, 1:00 PM - 4:10 PM (8/21/2023 - 12/15/2023) Location: MAIN L 225
This course explains the different types of building materials, fasteners, adhesives, and tools used by carpenters in the construction industry. It will also cover reading plans and elevations to understand construction designs, building floor systems for residential and commerical properties, constructing wall and ceiling framing systems, and understanding the methodologies of roof framing. This course provides an introduction to finish carpentry and exteriors such as roofing, siding, and window installation. Additionally, students will be able to clearly identify, defin and explain construction industry hazards and acceptable corrective measures in accordance with the 29th Code of Federal Regulations, Part 1926 (29 CFR 1926), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Construction Industry Regulations. The OSHA 10 certification will be a requirement for this course.