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CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY
ABOUT THIS AREA OF STUDY
College of the Sequoias offers two degrees in this area: Construction Technology and Construction Inspection.
This area of study prepares students for entry-level employment and/or potential further study in the field of
Construction Technology through the study of building trades and also prepares students for inspection
certification tests and for entry level building inspection employment. The Construction Inspection degree will also
earn two years credit towards the four year experience requirement for a general building contractor’s license.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
 Use National Center for Construction Education
and Research (NCCER) through CT coursework
 Attain national registration with NCCER for CT
coursework completed
 Demonstrate safe methods of operation of
construction related power tools
 List required site conditions, documents,
WHERE DO YOU SEE YOURSELF?
Structural framing ● Truss construction and design ●
Construction plan drafting ● Construction Sales ●
Timber production ● Metal Manufacturing ● Building
Inspection for municipalities ● Engineering Firms ●
Private Home Inspection companies ● Construction
Management
equipment, and communication in order for
building official to make an inspection
PROGRAM CONTACT:
John Rector
(559) 730-3994
[email protected]
Apply at www.cos.edu/admissions today!
CTE DEAN’S OFFICE  TULARE COLLEGE CENTER  4999 E. Bardsley Ave. Tulare, CA 93274  559-688-3027
DEGREES & CERTIFICATES OFFERED
Certificate of Achievement in Construction Technology - 44.5 units
Certificate of Achievement in Construction Inspection - 21 units
SOME CLASSES YOU MIGHT TAKE
CT 100 Const Draw/Design Analysis 1
covering the many phases of cabinet design,
Architectural drafting techniques and standards
progressing from fundamentals to completion of
light construction drawings, basic floor plans,
elevations, details and respective building code
analysis. The course utilizes computer automated
drafting.
safety, use of materials, cabinet hardware, glues,
clamps, trade nomenclature, methods of layout,
countertops, cabinet construction and installation.
This course is an invaluable career asset for
people interested in cabinetmaking, woodworking,
furniture making, drafting, interior decorating,
architecture, construction, maintenance,
CT 109 Project Management/Codes
engineering or remodeling.
Practices in construction documents, computeroperated construction control, project
management, building inspection/codes, utilities,
labor and insurance requirements.
CT 270 Residential Wiring
Theory and practices of residential electrical
systems, including branch circuits, distribution,
transformers, system components, power
CT 125 Fundamental Remodeling
calculations for voltage, current, wattage, and NEC
This course will cover framing, plumbing,
application.
electrical, insulation, drywall, finish carpentry, and
CT 271 Life Safety for Construction
painting. Designed for persons interested in
remodeling, from the novice to the experienced
builder.
Study of building codes and construction practices
related to building occupants’ safety.
CT 272 Residential Inspection Code
CT 214 On-Site Construction/Time Mgt
Hands-on construction practices on a construction
site to construct specific building projects to plans
and specifications and to develop or enhance
building skills with emphasis on time
The study of residential code application and
inspection principles for construction
management and inspection professions.
CT 277 Structural Inspection
management.
Structural inspection principles of concrete, wood
CT 251 Cabinetmaking 3 - Layout/Tec
and metal for construction management and
A study of the fundamental concepts, principles,
inspection professions.
and applications of cabinetmaking and millwork,
REQUIREMENTS
Please see our online catalog for specific requirements in this area: www.cos.edu/catalog