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BET 1020 - Construction Math & Measurement


Clock Hours: 42

Course Description:
Intro to Construction Math

Student Learning Outcomes:
  1. Add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers, with and without a calculator.
  2. Use a standard ruler and a metric ruler to measure.
  3. Add, subtract, multiply, and divide fractions.
  4. Add, subtract, multiply, and divide decimals, with and without a calculator.
  5. Convert decimals to percentages and percentages to decimals.
  6. Convert fractions to decimals and decimals to fractions.
  7. Explain what the metric system is and how it is important in the construction trade.
  8. Recognize and use metric units of length, weight, volume, and temperature.
  9. Recognize some of the basic shapes used in the construction industry and apply basic geometry to measure them.