CET Engineering Tech (CET)

This course familiarizes the student with the basic materials of construction according to their physical properties, durability and suitability for use under varying conditions. Use of materials in combination with one another and in the finished product will be examined both verbally and graphically. Emphasis is placed on material selection according to given criteria. CTCON003, effective spring 2016.

This course familiarizes the student with the preparation and comprehension of basic architectural drawings. Intended for those with little or no drafting experience, the course will concentrate on drafting techniques through the drafting of plans, elevations and selected details, in pencil on vellum.

This course concentrates on the preparation of building details and sections. Emphasis will be placed upon the design of details and their synthesis into a final graphic product.

This course includes laboratory tests, soil classification systems, and theoretical concepts relative to soil strengths, stresses in soil masses, settlement under structures, bearing capacity for shallow foundations, retaining walls and slope stability. TAG approved course- OET017 effective Summer 2007.

Major emphasis will be placed on the testing procedures used by engineers in determining material acceptance. Concrete and asphalt design methods will be covered, along with the conducting of many tests and the design of pavement. TAG approved course- OET018 effective Spring 2008.

This course introduces the student to the analysis of simple structures. Topics include the application of loads on structures, and the analysis and design of steel and concrete members such as beams, columns, and frames. Current computer software for structural analysis will also be used.

This course examines sustainable storm water management, water supply and waste for buildings and how they can be designed to promote conservation, thermodynamics of buildings and how design of the envelope can reduce energy usage. HVAC system design for conservation and lighting design to maximize day-lighting and energy conservation.

This course develops the methods and procedures for preparing construction estimates, both manually and electronically. Topics include excavation, masonry, concrete, steel and carpentry. Emphasis is placed on take-off procedures and pricing, consideration of labor and equipment costs, and overhead and profit. Computer programs will be utilized to establish a construction schedule. The student will do a complete estimate of a building project and prepare a competitive bid for the job.

The student is given practical experience in the use of the various surveying instruments while learning how to measure distances, angles and elevations. Methods of determining error of closure, coordinates and area for a property survey are discussed, as well as construction surveys.

Course covers methods and procedures for establishing line and grade for construction. Circular, spiral and parabolic curves, earth volume determination, cross-sectioning methods and advanced construction staking methods are also covered. The student is also introduced to electronic total stations and data collection. Use of the computer will be emphasized. This course is Ohio TAG approved. OET015 effective Summer 2008.

This course covers the study of site capabilities and potentials as they relate to land planning and subdivision design. Students will complete preliminary layouts for projects such as industrial parks, housing allotments, planned unit developments and commercial home sites in accordance with zoning and subdivision regulations.

The basics of design will be examined while solving architectural design problems. The student will be required to prepare preliminary design drawings that fully express the intended solution.

In this course, students will review architectural working drawings while covering the basic principles of Building Information Modeling (BIM) through the use of Revit Architecture CAD software. Students will be introduced to the tools of Revit Architecture CAD and parametric modeling. The fundamental concepts covered in this course include: user interface, parameters, families, walls, roof openings, rendering, and printing. Students will produce a variety of architectural working drawings utilizing Revit Architecture CAD software.

This course examines the progression of a building project from its inception to completion along with the administration of it in the office and in the field. Contract law and the legal implications of documents will be discussed. The student will also be familiarized with specifications, shop drawings and computerized project control software.

Introduction to Global Positioning System to determine location on earth in a three dimensional way (latitude, longitude and elevation). Students will practice the use of electronic receivers using radio signals to collect data and process later using computers. The use surveying and topography mapping is also included.

This course focuses on interpreting the construction documents for the purposes of estimating, scheduling, and field-directing a construction project. It includes reading the designers' drawings for residential, light commercial, heavy commercial, and civil engineering projects. The specifications for the projects are studied with attention to the materials and installation requirements contained therein. effective Fall 2016: CTCON001

Commercial building and residential building codes are studied to become familiar with the general intent of the codes in selected areas and how they relate to the construction industry. Special attention is paid to portions of the code that are typically a problem to code officials in the prosecution of their duties.