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GCT 1030 - Construction Math


Clock Hours: 46

Delivery Mode
on-ground

Course Description:
This course is designed to train students to develop math skills necessary in the building construction trade.  

Student Learning Outcomes:
Students will be able to: 

 

  • Read a rule to the nearest 16th of an inch  

  • Calculate whole numbers using addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.  

  • Calculate fractions using addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.  

  • Calculate decimals using addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.  

  • Add, subtract, multiply, and divide measurements using measuring tools.  

  • Calculate square foot and lineal foot measurements.  

  • Apply specific formulas for estimating materials.  

  • Calculate ranges, ratios, and indexes such as a HERS Energy Index.  

  • Read and interpret basic construction prints.  

  • Identify basic architectural symbols and abbreviations.  

  • Demonstrate proper use of tools used to determine square.  

  • Demonstrate proper use of tools used to determine plumb.  

  • Demonstrate proper use of tools used to determine level.