Continuing
Education
Fall 2008
- Construction
Trades
FINISH AND TRIM CARPENTRY
Afraid to tackle some household projects that require the precise
cutting of moldings and trim pieces? Learn the basics of using a mitre
box and saw, measuring angles and creating perfect corners - both inside
and outside! Crown moldings, chair rails, shadow box framing are just
the beginning of the techniques you'll learn to accomplish
with wood.
CST0232
10/21/2008-11/25/2008, 5 sessions
6:30 PM-9:30 PM, Days: Tu
RICHARD LOWRY
* CTC E109, $129
BASIC CARPENTRY
A study of materials, tools, and techniques used in basic carpentry.
Topics covered include basic framing, walls, floors, windows, doors,
ceilings along with proper tool selection and use. Hands-on time to
develop your skills.
CST0220
9/16/2008-10/16/2008, 10 sessions
6:30 PM-9:30 PM, Days: TuTh
RICHARD LOWRY
* CTC E109, $199
BASIC HOME REPAIR & MAINTENANCE
If you know very little about doing repairs and maintenance in your
home, this course is for you! It will give you the knowledge and
experience needed to do minor repairs in your own home, as well as the
knowledge
to know when and how to hire a professional to do it! Topics include:
cost and material estimations, basic repair and finishing of sheetrock
on walls or ceiling, replacing
electrical outlets and fixtures, basic plumbing repair and installation.
CST0240
10/23/2008-11/20/2008, 5 sessions
6:30 PM-9:30 PM, Days: Th
RICHARD LOWRY
* CTC E109, $99
BLUEPRINT READING
The ability to interpret and understand blueprints is an integral part
of the manufacturing, assembly and construction industries. This class
is designed to give you the hands-on training necessary to understand
the layout and symbols involved with construction industry prints.
Practice with title blocks, basic views, basic dimensions, notes, line
types, material call-out and the creation of simple sketches.
CST0200
9/15/2008-11/10/2008, 8 sessions
4:30 PM-6:30 PM, Days: M
DAVID HALSTEAD
* CTC A101A, $139
CONSTRUCTION ESTIMATING
If you are involved in building or renovating, this course will orient
you to the commercial estimating process. Discussions will center on
construction materials and
building methods used, as well as estimating methods, terminology, cost
and information sources, and the construction process from project
selection through bidding, with the emphasis on cost determination and
control.
CST0238
9/15/2008-11/10/2008, 8 sessions
7:00 PM-9:00 PM, Days: M
DAVID HALSTEAD
* CTC A101A, $119
WORKING WITH CERAMIC TILES
This is a hands-on workshop where you will learn and practice the
skills necessary to work with ceramic tiles for flooring, countertops,
backsplashes, and bathroom use. Learn about tile selection, measuring,
placement, borders, decorative tiles and creating patterns, cutting,
adhesives and grouts. All supplies included in fee.
CST0212
12/2/2008-12/11/2008, 4 sessions
6:30 PM-9:30 PM, Days: TuTh
RICHARD LOWRY
* CTC E109, $89
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