Overview of Building Trades Courses

This 9-hour Overview of Building Trades course teaches the fundamentals of building trade skills. The knowledge gained from this course would be beneficial to anyone wishing to begin a residential building project or work in the construction industry. Topics including Excavation and Site work, Inspections and Permits, Measurements and Markings, Soil Conditions, and Compaction will all be covered in the course.

Topics Covered Include: 

Floodplains, Construction Equipment, Compaction and Soil Conditions, Water Wells, Footings, and Foundations, Foundations, Flooring, and Examples, Sheathing, Roofing, and Framing, Ventilation, Insulation, Siding, Gutters, and Water Barriers, Stairs, Types of Windows, Masonry and Exterior Finish, Walkthrough of House Plans