Construction Technology (CT) Transfer information

For students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university, the following College of the Redwoods courses are those which must be completed in order to fulfill the lower-division major requirements in the institution/major field of study specified.

CSU, Chico

B.S. Construction Management
CT 65A, 71, 72, 95B; BUS 1A, 1B, 18; CHEM 1A or 2; ECON 1, 10; FOR 52; MATH 50A; PHYS 2A, 2B

Construction Technology (CT) Course Offerings

CT 10             CSU
Introduction to Historic Preservation and Restoration

An overview of the historic preservation movement in the United States, primarily concentrating on 19th and 20th century architectural history of the Western United States. Settlement patterns, architectural context, construction techniques, preservation philosophy and terminology will be presented. Study of architecture within Humboldt County will be a component of this course.
Note: Field trips will be a component of this course.

CT 12             CSU
Historic Research and Drafting

A study in the field of historic preservation with an emphasis on historic plans and details. National historic building standards for documentation and Secretary of Interior’s Standards will be introduced. Students will conduct both primary and secondary historical research, develop a working architectural vocabulary, and gain knowledge of restoration procedures. Course will teach necessary skills for drawing and designing components of a structure to scale proportions. Students will apply drafting techniques by producing scale drawings for the historic preservation field project.

CT 15             CSU
Historic Restoration Field Techniques

A practical study of preservation and restoration involving field work on a project determined by the instructor each semester. Scope of work will vary each semester with project. Hand and power tool use and safety will be emphasized.
Note: Personal carpentry tools, safety equipment, and appropriate work clothes will be required of student. Repeatable to a maximum of 2 enrollments/6 units.

CT 16             CSU
Architectural Millwork

Practice in the safe use of machinery, tools, materials, and processes required to successfully produce and reproduce parts and pieces to historical structures and objects. This course will teach methods to accomplish restoration and reproduction work for the field project.
Note: Field trips will be a component of this course. Repeatable to a maximum of 2 enrollments/6 units.

CT 17             CSU
Historic Restoration Materials

An exploration of the development and preservation of historic materials with emphasis upon the 19th and 20th centuries. Students will learn how to document original materials, research their individual components and study the materials within the context of a building. Students will study restoration, recreation, and/or replacement of historic materials.

CT 21A             CSU
Introduction to Woodworking

This class will provide instruction in the use of woodworking tools and in the woodworking processes. The lab period will allow students to develop skills in the use of hand tools and machines. The students will be required to perform seven manipulation assignments before working on projects of their own choice.

CT 21B             CSU
Machine Woodworking

The safe operation, care and maintenance of tools and machinery and the construction of cabinets and furniture will be studied. Woodturning will also be introduced. Several required projects will be assigned.

CT 40             CSU
Independent Study

Individual research in Construction Technology. Specific projects determined upon consultation with instructor. Laboratory hours will be arranged (minimum 1.5 hours per week.) A written report and/or evaluation of the work completed at the end of the semester will be required. Variable 0.5-2.0 units, 1.5-6 lab hours per week.
Note: Repeatable to a maximum of 4 enrollments/8 units. Students taking independent study courses must have a contract on file.

CT 50             CSU
Construction Estimating

An introduction to the techniques and methods of building construction estimating. This course includes a study of employer’s cost of labor including payroll, taxes, insurance and overhead. Worker hours and material are computed for each component needed to complete the total building. This class will start with manual estimating skills and then progress to computer estimating.

CT 55             CSU
Woodworking Procedures

This course is a hands-on lab only. Students will have the opportunity to use and develop skills and techniques acquired in CT 21A and CT 21B. Individual projects will be determined through planning with the instructor. Individual instruction will be given when needed or desired.
Note: Repeatable to a maximum of 4 enrollments/8 units.

CT 56             CSU
Construction Layout

This course will cover the use of leveling instruments in laying out buildings, setting up grade stakes, excavation estimating and preparing a plot plan for construction. This course is of special interest to anyone wishing to become a contractor or in advancing to a supervisory position in the construction industry. It is a necessary class for those who need to know how to start a building project.

CT 57A             CSU
Cabinetmaking and Millwork I

Students will work on a complete set of kitchen and bathroom cabinets for the student project house.

CT 57B             CSU
Cabinetmaking and Millwork I

Students will continue working on cabinets for the student project house, build counter tops, plastic laminate, ceramic tile and install cabinets and appliances in student project house. Projects are permitted when the course cabinets are completed.

CT 58             CSU
Cabinetmaking and Millwork II

This course will provide students with an opportunity to study advanced techniques in cabinetmaking principles and practices in module construction.
Note: Repeatable to a maximum of 2 enrollments/6 units.

CT 60             CSU
Laws and Regulations for Contractors

A study of the laws and regulations designed to prepare the student for the contractor’s license examination in all construction contracting fields. This course also covers business and trade terminology and provides information relating to the contractor’s test.

CT 61             CSU
B License Regulations

A study of building contractor trade questions designed to prepare the student for the contractor’s B license examination. The course will cover estimating methods, contract requirements and trade terminology.

CT 70             CSU
Building Codes and Standards

Technical information covering pertinent sections of the Building Code and Standards necessary for building inspectors and related workers in the trade will be covered.
Note: 12 weeks only.

CT 71             CSU
Uniform Plumbing and Mechanical Codes

Technical information covering pertinent sections of the Plumbing and Mechanical Codes and Standards necessary for building inspectors and related workers in the trade will be covered.
Note: 12 weeks only.

CT 72             CSU
Electrical Codes and Standards

Discussion and practice using the National Electric Code by applying its provisions to various technical questions. Oriented especially toward residential wiring.

CT 77A             CSU
Residential Plumbing I

An introductory course including safety, care and use of tools; blueprint reading; material estimating; developing basic skills and the ability to apply a wide range of technical information relative to the trade. Students will plumb the project house.

CT 77B             CSU
Residential Plumbing II

A continuation of plumbing skills covering the installation of water closets, lavatories, tubs and showers, sinks and laundry trays, water heaters, faucets, gauges and hydronic heaters. Students will plumb the student project house.

CT 77C             CSU
Residential Plumbing III

A further continuation of plumbing skills covering the installation of water closets, lavatories, tubs and showers, sinks and laundry trays, water heaters, faucets, gauges and hydronic heaters. Students will plumb the student project house.
Note: Repeatable to a maximum of 2 enrollments/4 units.

CT 78A             CSU
Residential Wiring I

An introductory course covering basic theory, residential wiring circuits, blueprint reading, materials selection, installation methods and basic code requirements, practice in wiring on the student project house.

CT 78B             CSU
Residential Wiring II

A continuation of knowledge and skills learned in CT 78A. Topics include: service calculations, installation, additional theory, use of conduit in wiring, remodel wiring, estimating and line drop calculations and completion of the wiring of the student project house.

CT 78C             CSU
Residential Wiring III

This course is conducted concurrently with CT 78A and 78B and allows students to improve and refine skills learned in these classes. Students will act as group leaders and be involved in problem solving. Specific instruction in; relays, motors, 3-phase power, schematics, heating equipment and electronic controls.
Note: Repeatable to a maximum of 2 enrollments/4 units.

CT 80             CSU
Elementary Carpentry Theory

This theory course parallels progress on the student project house. Topics include; floor framing, wall framing, wall sheathing, roof framing, roof sheathing, door frames and exterior finish.

CT 81             CSU
Elementary Carpentry Theory II

This theory course parallels progress on the student project house. Topics include: drywall, exterior trim, paneling, wardrobe closets, stone or brick work, wood stove installation, interior finish, concrete block foundation, stair building and building permits.

CT 90             CSU
Beginning Carpentry I

A course which will include house layout; setting up floor joists, laying the sub-floor, house framing, installation of wall and roof sheathing, installation of the finished roof, gutter and fascia, windows, siding, exterior trim and exterior doors.

CT 91             CSU
Beginning Carpentry II

A course which will include installing insulation; drywall; pre-hanging and installing doors; installing cabinets, shelving, finish hardware, base and interior trim; building stairs; taping and texturing drywall; staining and painting; final cleanup.

CT 90L             CSU
Beginning Carpentry III

A course to strengthen and reinforce skills through hands-on experience. This course will provide additional instruction in house layout, setting up floor joists, laying the sub-floor, house framing, installation of wall and roof sheathing, installation of the finished roof, gutter and fascia, windows, siding, exterior trim and exterior doors, installing insulation, drywall, pre-hanging and installing doors, installing cabinets, shelving, finish hardware, base and interior trim, building stairs, taping and texturing drywall, staining and painting, and final clean up.
Note: Repeatable to a maximum of 2 enrollments/6 units.

CT 95             CSU
Intermediate Carpentry I

A course to strengthen and reinforce skills through hands-on experience. Includes: house layout, framing the floor system, framing walls, ceiling and roof, installing finished roof, fascia and soffit, installing windows, siding, exterior doors, exterior trim and sheetrock.

CT 96             CSU
Intermediate Carpentry II

A course to strengthen and reinforce skills through hands-on experience. Includes instruction in hanging interior doors, installing paneling, building wardrobe and clothes closets, installing baseboards, window jambs, casing, stools and aprons, installing masonry work for wood stove, install wood stove, completing cathedral ceilings and setting finish hardware.

CT 95L             CSU
Intermediate Carpentry III

A course to strengthen and reinforce skills through hands-on experience. This course will include: house layout, framing the floor system, framing walls, ceiling and roof, installing finished roof, fascia and soffit, installing windows, siding, exterior doors, exterior trim, sheetrock, hanging interior doors, installing paneling, building wardrobe and clothes closets, installing baseboards, window jambs, casing, stools and aprons, install masonry work for wood stove, install wood stove, completing cathedral ceilings and setting finish hardware.
Note: Repeatable to a maximum of 2 enrollments/6units.

CT 99 CSU
Selected Topics in Construction Technology

An exploration of a specific topic of contemporary interest in the field of Construction Technology. Students should consult the schedule of classes for topics offered in the current semester. Variable 0.5-3.0 units with a varying mix of lecture and/or lab hours.
Note: Repeatable to a maximum of 4 enrollments/12 units; however, students may not repeat an individual topic.

CT 130A
Fine Woodworking: Theory and Practice

This course is an introduction to traditional and contemporary cabinetmaking. A study of refinements in the use of joinery, tools, elements of design and the incorporation of these into individual projects will be included.
Mendocino Coast campus only

CT 130B
Fine Woodworking: Theory and Practice

In this course, students will have the opportunity to learn and apply fundamental woodworking skills or improve and strengthen their existing skills through different applications. A survey of the aesthetics of project design, construction procedures and advanced techniques will be presented. Hands-on assistance will be provided to the student during the process of completing a project.
Mendocino Coast campus only

CT 133A
Fine Woodworking: Special Studies

This course provides individual studies in advanced cabinetmaking. Specific projects are determined with the instructor. Course hours are divided between an in-depth study of wood as applied to technical and aesthetic aspects of cabinetmaking, machine techniques and hand tool methods relating to excellence in woodworking, i.e., the creation of fine furniture that combines personal expression with function that is pleasing and proper. Outside reading and group presentation on chosen projects are encouraged.
Note: CT 133A is open only to students previously selected by prior application procedure and a screening process.
Mendocino Coast campus only

CT 133B
Fine Woodworking: Special Studies

This course provides individual studies in advanced cabinetmaking. Specific projects are determined with the instructor. Course hours are divided between an in-depth study of wood as applied to technical and aesthetic aspects of cabinetmaking, machine techniques and hand tool methods relating to excellence in woodworking, i.e. the creation of fine furniture that combines personal expression with function that is pleasing and proper. Outside reading and group presentations on chose projects are encouraged.
Note: CT 133B is open only to students previously selected by prior application procedure and a screening process.
Mendocino Coast campus only

CT 134
Fine Woodworking Projects

Students will have the opportunity to learn and apply fundamental woodworking skills or improve and strengthen existing skills through different applications. A survey of the aesthetics of project design, construction procedure and advanced techniques will be presented. Hands-on assistance will be provided to the student during the process of completing a small project.
Note: Repeatable to a maximum of 2 enrollments/9 units.
Mendocino Coast campus only

CT 135
Tools and Technique

Students will receive instruction in the making, tuning and proper use of wooden hand planes including the jointer, polisher and curved-bottom plane. Traditional woodworking joinery techniques will be studied and performed at the bench including: edge joining and coopering, dowelling, hand-cut dovetails, frame and panel work and mortise work.
Note: Repeatable to a maximum of 2 enrollments/6 units.
Mendocino Coast campus only

CT 136A
Basic Wood Carving

A beginning course consisting of lecture, demonstration and hands-on carving activity. Students will survey the realm of carving and design and execute three carvings in various styles during the course.
Note: Two weeks only.
Mendocino Coast campus only

CT 136B
Intermediate Wood Carving

A course that will focus on specific styles and carving motifs. Students will carve, with the aid of lecture demonstrations, two advanced relief carved panels which will be pre-selected by the instructor.
Mendocino Coast campus only

CT 153L
Construction Projects

This course will be used for general construction projects, such as stair building and house finishing. It will include layout, work schedule, estimating and ordering materials, painting, carpentry, project finishing and evaluation. Units offered may vary by semester. Consult Schedule of Classes for section information.
Note: Repeatable to a maximum of 4 enrollments/3 units.

CT 164
Framing Square Construction

A study of basic math used in construction and the framing square scales. The tables included are: linear measurements; hundredths scale; octagon scale; board measure; brace lengths, and lengths of the following rafters: common, hip or valley, jack, sheathing cuts and polygon cuts.

CT 195A
Carpentry and Remodeling

A course designed to provide the student with an overview of the theoretical and practical aspects of construction remodeling.
Del Norte campus only

CT 195B
Carpentry and Remodeling

A course designed to provide the student with an advanced overview of the theoretical and practical aspects of construction. Emphasis will be on the hands-on approach in remodeling and constructing structures.
Del Norte campus only

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