CAR 125 - Interior Construction

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Course Description

Through structured classroom and hands-on skill building, the student will learn about drywall products, installation, and finishing, wall panels, tile, suspended ceilings, finish trim, flooring, and cabinet and countertop installation. Group 2 course.

Credit Hours

3

Contact Hours

4

Lecture Hours

2

Lab Hours

2

Recommended Prerequisites or Skills Competencies

Placement in MTH 23 or co-enrollment in the recommended developmental Math course. Placement into ENG 11/111 or Co-enrollment in the recommended English Course.

Course Learning Outcomes

Knowledge:
  • Identify types of materials to use for various finishing projects.
Application:
  • Implement the use of different finishing materials for walls/ceilings/floors.
  • Determine layouts for countertops and cabinetry.
Integration:
  • Organize the construction process for lab exercises.
  • Produce a safe, quality product.
Human Dimension:
  • Recognize the value of care and precision as a rough framer.
  • Appreciate the aesthetic value to customers of their finished product.
Caring - Civic Learning:
  • Recognize the Importance of initial building quality of construction.
Learning How to Learn:
  • Realize the impact of attention to detail.