Table Of ContentUniversityofAlberta Libra
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2005 CTS AMENDMENTS
to the
Construction Technologies
Guide to Standards and Implementation
Summary of Curriculum Changes
Prerequisite changes:
• CON1070: Building Construction is no longer a prerequisite to:
- CON2010: Site Preparation
- CON2020: Concrete Forming
- CON2030: Alternative Foundations
- CON2040: Framing Systems
1
- CON2050: Roof Structures 1
- CON2060: Exterior Finishing
- CON2070: Electrical Systems
- CON2080: Plumbing Systems
- CON2090: Climate Control Systems
- CON2100: Agri-structures
- CON3010: Concrete Work
- CON3020: Masonry Work
- CON3030: Wall & Ceiling Finishing
- CON3040: Stair Construction
- CON3060: Doors & Trim
- CON3070: Floorcovering
(CON1010: Basic Tools & Materials is the immediate prerequisite
to each ofthe courses noted above.)
Section B
• Remove page B.5 (1997) and replace with new page B.5 (Revised 2005).
Section E
• Remove pages E.3. E.7, E.11, E.15, E.19, E 23, E.27, E.31, E.35 and E.39 (1997) and replace
with new pages E.3. E.7, E.11, E 15, E.19, E.23, E.27, E.31, E 35 and E.39 (Revised 2005).
Isction F
Remove pages F.3, F.7, F.11, F.15, F.23 and F.27 (1997) and replace with new pages F.3,
F.7, F.11, F.15, F.23 and F.27 (Revised 2005).
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1620 2737421 2
2005 CTS AMENDMENTS
to the
Construction Technologies
Guide to Standards and Implementation
Summary of Curriculum Changes
Prerequisite changes:
• CON1070: Building Construction is no longer a prerequisite to:
- CON2010: Site Preparation
- CON2020: Concrete Forming
- CON2030: Alternative Foundations
- CON2040: Framing Systems
1
- CON2050: Roof Structures 1
- CON2060: Exterior Finishing
- CON2070: Electrical Systems
- CON2080: Plumbing Systems
- CON2090: Climate Control Systems
- CON2100: Agri-structures
- CON3010: Concrete Work
- CON3020: Masonry Work
- CON3030: Wall & Ceiling Finishing
- CON3040: Stair Construction
- CON3060: Doors & Trim
- CON3070: Floorcovering
(CON1010: Basic Tools & Materials is the immediate prerequisite
to each ofthe courses noted above.)
Section B
• Remove page B.5 (1997) and replace with new page B.5 (Revised 2005).
Section E
• Remove pages E.3, E.7, E.11, E.15, E 19, E 23, E 27, E.31, E 35 and E 39 (1997) and replace
with new pages E.3. E.7, E.11, E.15, E.19, E.23, E.27, E.31, E 35 and E.39 (Revised 2005).
Section F
• Remove pages F 3, F.7, F.11, F.15, F.23 and F 27 (1997) and replace with new pages F.3,
F.7, F.11, F 15, F.23 and F.27 (Revised 2005).
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SCOPE AND SEQUENCE CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGIES
INTRODUCTORY INTERMEDIATE ADYANCED THEME
BasicTools ft Materials* SitePreparation ConcreteWork*
CON1010 CON2010 (Structures&Finishes) CON3010
1
1
ConcreteForming 1 Masonry Work*
CON2020 (Structures& Finishes) CON3020
AlternativeFoundations FramingSystems2
1 CON2030 (Floor,Wall&Ceiling) CON3210
(Floor&FrWaamlli)n"gS'ystemsCO1N2040 StairConstructio(n*'(1N3040
(FramingR&ooFfiSntirsuhcitnugr)esC1ON2050 (FramingR&ooCfovSterruicntgu)resC2ON3050
ExteriorFinishing Wall&CeilingFinishing* Building
(Door,Window&Siding)('ON2060 CON3030 Systems
BuildingConstruction Electrical Systems Doors&Trim* (Processes
cosnro CON2070 CON3060 and
PlumbingSystems Floorcovermg* Applications)
CON2080 CON3070
ClimateControlSystems Energy-efficientHousing*
' CON2090 CON3080
Agri-structures Renovations/Restorations*
comioo CON3090
CommercialStructures*
CON310U
SiteManagement*
CON3II0
ProjectManasement** MultipleMaterials Tool Maintenance*
CON1120 CON2120 CON3120
SolidStockConstructicono*m130 (BoxConFsutrrniutcutrieonM)akingCO1N2130 (Leg&FuRrainli)tureMakingC3O*N3130
TurningOperations* FurnitureMaking2 FurnitureMaking4*
CON1140 (Frame&Panel) CON2I40 (SurfaceEnhancement) CON3140
Finishing&.Refinishing* FurnitureRepair*
CON2150 CON3150 Manufacturin
ManufacturedMaterials* Cabinetmaking Cabinetmaking3* g Systems
1
CON1160 (Web&FaceFrame) CON2I60 (Cabinets/Countertops) CON3160 (Processes
Cabinetmaking2 Cabinetmaking4* and
(Door&Drawer) CON2170 (Layout&Installation) CON317 Applications)
MoldMaking&Casting* WoodForming
CON1180 CON2180
ManufacturingSystems ProductionPlanning
CON2190 CON3190
ProductDevelopment* ProductionManagement
CON2200 CON3200
Prerequisite Recommendedsequence
Courseprovidesastrongfoundationforfurtherlearninginthisstrand
* Refertospecificcoursesforadditionalprerequisites
Scope and Sequence CTS, Construction Technologies /B.5
©Alberta Education. Alberta, Canada (Revised 2005)
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS Course CON2040: Framing Systems (Floor
1
&
Wall)
Course CFS1010: Basic Tools & Materials Students develop basic framing knowledge and
Students develop basic hand tool and production skills associated with the construction of a floor
skills to transform, safely, common building and wall system.
materials into useful products.
Course CON2050: RoofStructures (Framing
1
Course CON1070: Building Construction & Finishing)
Students examine common building systems, and Students develop basic knowledge and skills
develop basic skills related to building a simple associated with framing and finishing a simple
model or full size system/structure. roofsystem.
Course CON1 120: Project Management Course CON2060: Exterior Finishing (Door,
Students develop basic shop drawing and Window & Siding)
estimating skills, and apply them to build a Students apply and develop basic knowledge of
product. door, window and siding systems and installation
skills and procedures.
Course CON1130: Solid Stock Construction
Students develop basic hand and power tool skills Course CON2070: Electrical Systems
to build a product made from solid wood. Students apply electrical principles, and develop
an understanding of residential electrical code
Course CON1140: Turning Operations requirements and installation procedures.
Students use wood-turning equipment and
techniques to create a faceplate and spindle Course CON2080: Plumbing Systems
turning made from solid and/or built-up stock. Students develop basic knowledge and skills to
fabricate and make repairs to residential drainage,
Course CON1160: Manufactured Materials waste, vent (DWV) and water supply systems.
Students select and use the appropriate materials
and tools to build a product or structure from a Course CON2090: Climate Control Systems
wood composite or othermanufactured material. Students investigate common heating, ventilating
and air conditioning (HVAC) systems and
Course CON1180: Mold Making & Casting principles, and participate in the installation or
Students apply knowledge ofcasting and molding maintenance ofone ofthese systems.
materials and processes to prepare a mold and
produce a casting. Course CON2100: Agri-structures
Students apply construction principles and skills,
Course CON2010: Site Preparation and use pre-engineered designs to build a structure
Students develop the knowledge and skills to to be used for agricultural purposes.
acquire a building permit and to locate and prepare
a site for excavation and foundation work. Course CON2120: Multiple Materials
Students develop a product that incorporates two
Course CON2020: Concrete Forming ormore types ofmaterial in its construction.
Students develop knowledge and skills related to
the preparation and construction of a concrete Course CON2130: Furniture Making 1 (Box
foundation. Construction)
Students develop basic joinery skills and
Course CON2030: Alternative Foundations knowledge related to case construction, by
Students develop basic knowledge and skills producing a box-type piece offurniture.
related to the design and construction of an
alternative foundation system.
B.6/ Construction Technologies, CTS Course Descriptions
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COURSE CON2010: SITE PREPARATION
Level: Intermediate
Theme: Building Systems (Processes and Applications)
Prerequisite: CON1010 Basic Tools & Materials
Description: Students develop the knowledge and skills to acquire a building permit and to
locate and prepare a site for excavation and foundation work.
Parameters: Access to a building site and'or construction facility and to instruction from an
individual with specialized training in carpentry.
Supporting Course: CON1070 Building Construction
Curriculum and Assessment Standards
Suggested
General Outcomes Assessment Criteria and Conditions
Emphasis
The student will; Assessmentofstudent achievementshouldbe basedon:
• identify and describe • presentation ofan independently researched report 15
typical building site that includes:
layout and excavation - identification and use ofbatterboards, building
processes lines, plumb bob, builder's level and transit
- use ofthe 3, 4, 5 principle (Pythagorean Theorem)
- description ofexcavation methods and equipment
- safety precautions with an emphasis on shoring.
Assessment Tool
Research Process: Preparinga BuildingSite,
CON2010-1
Standard
Performance rating of2foreach applicable task
• complete an application • completion ofa building permit using a recognized 15
fora building permit form that includes all information required to meet
local building standards
• apply site preparation • demonstration ofsite preparation and teamwork skills 70
skills to assist in the to:
location ofbuilding site - establish building lines using batterboards and
lines and features plumb bobs
- lay out building features using a builder's level or
transit and the 3, 4, 5 squaring method.
Assessment Tool
ActivityAssessment: BuildingSiteLayout,
CON2010-2
Standard
Specific dimensions are within ± 3 mm over
6 metres
Performancerating of2foreach applicable task
Intermediate CTS, Construction Technologies /E.3
©AlbertaEducation, Alberta, Canada (Revised 2005)
COURSE CON2010: SITE PREPRATION (continued)
Suggested
General Outcomes Assessment Criteria and Conditions
Emphasis
The student will: Assessmentofstudent achievementshouldbe basedon:
• demonstrate basic • observations ofindividual effort and interpersonal Integrated
competencies. interaction during the learning process. throughout
Assessment Tool
Basic Competencies Reference Guide andany
assessment tools notedabove
Concept Specific Outcomes Notes
Thestudentshould:
Orientation
• Building • explain the purpose oflocal, provincial and Pointoutthatinaddition
Regulations national building regulations to structural
regulations, building
• identify local zoning regulations that limit the codesalsodealwith
type, size and location ofnew buildings fire andhealth issues.
• Site Selection • identify the parameters for selecting a building
site
• Site Layout • describe a typical method ofestablishing lot and Studentsshouldbe ableto
building lines as well as grade levels usethe3—4-5 rule,
builder'slevel,transit
and batterboards.
• Lay Out Tools • explain the use ofa plumb bob, builder's level, Discussothermethodsof
transit and string line. levelingsuch ashydro
and laserlevelling
techniques.
Planning and
Management
• Estimating • identify the information that is needed to complete
an application for a building permit
• use site plan and elevation drawings to determine
the amount ofsoil to be excavated
• Worker Safety • locate and mark all underground and overhead Discussthe importanceof
services havingtheutility
companiesmarkthe
• identify soil conditions that may require shoring. locationofall
underground senices.
E.4/ Construction Technologies, CTS Intermediate
(1997) ©Alberta Education. Alberta.Canada
COURSE CON2020: CONCRETE FORMING
Level: Intermediate
Theme: Building Systems (Processes and Applications)
Prerequisite: CON1010 Basic Tools & Materials
Description: Students develop knowledge and skills related to the preparation and
construction ofa concrete foundation.
Parameters: Access to a building site and/or construction facility and to instruction from an
individual with specialized training in carpentry.
Supporting Courses: CON201 Site Preparation; CON1070 Building Construction
Curriculum and Assessment Standards
Suggested
General Outcomes Assessment Criteria and Conditions
Emphasis
The student will: Assessmentofstudentachievementshouldbe basedon:
• list and describe factors • a written or oral response that correctly identifies 25
that affect footing and factors that affect footing and wall design, types of
wall design forms, form materials, ties and release agents.
• identify and describe Assessment Tool
common forming ResponseAssessment: ConcreteForming,
materials and processes CON2020-1
Standard
Terminologyshouldbe consistent with that usedin
Canadian Wood-Frame House Construction
Responseratingof2
• apply concrete forming • the completion ofa project that incorporates full-size 75
skills to assist in forming formwork or development ofa scale model.
and placing a concrete
Assessment Tool
foundation
ActivityAssessment: ConcreteFormingand
Placing, CON2020-2
Standard
Installation offorms is consistent with accepted
tradepractice. Components areassembledto
meetoverallspecifications to a toleranceof
± 3 mm over 6metres. Forms are reinforced
to maintain theirposition duringplacement.
Theconcrete is consolidatedtoprevent
honeycombingandisfinishedappropriate to
thefloorsystem. Theconcrete is allowed to
cureproperly beforestripping in a manner the
preserves the integrityofthefootingandwall
section
Performance rating of2foreach applicable task
Intermediate CTS, Construction Technologies /E.7
©AlbertaEducation. Alberta, Canada (Revised 2005)
COURSE CON2020: CONCRETE FORMING (continued)
Suggested
General Outcomes Assessment Criteria and Conditions
Emphasis
The student will: Assessmentofstudentachievementshouldbe basedon:
• demonstrate basic • observations ofindividual effort and interpersonal Integrated
competencies. interaction during the learning process. throughout
Assessment Tool
Basic Competencies Reference Guideandany
assessment tools notedabove
Concept Specific Outcomes Notes
Thestudentshould:
Orientation
• Soil Condition • describe how soils are tested for: Discussthe load-bearing
- resistance to penetration strengthsofdifferent
- shear resistance shooilwttyhpeesstarnedngetxhpslaafifnect
- moisture content the footingdesign.
• explain how soil, water and frost conditions affect
the design and construction ofa foundation as
well as excavation and safety procedures
• Footing and Wall • explain the purpose ofa footing Explain \vh> footings
Forming must be monolithsand
be locatedbelowthe
frostlinewhenever
possible.
• describe one or more common techniques to form In\estigate theuseof
footings, walls and piers built-in-place and
prefabricated forming
svstems.
• describe methods ofreinforcing a footing and wall
section
• identify the parts ofa typical concrete wall form Examinemethodsusedto
create comer
• explain the difference between box-sill and cast- assembliesandto
in-place construction securethekickplate.
• identify release agents and coatings used on forms
E.8/Construction Technologies, CTS Intermediate
(1997) ©Alberta Education. Alberta. Canada
