2010 Catalog - Delaware County Community College

98 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
CPT 100
(CPT) Carpentry
Introduction to Carpentry
Classroom instruction includes the proper use of
measuring tools, applying blueprint interpretation and
using mathematical skills needed for carpentry applications.
Lab instruction includes proper use of hand and
power tools, layout procedures, building materials
application and rough framing. A review of basic math
and measurement is covered at the onset of the course.
Upon successful completion of this course, students
should be able to:
• Cite safety precautions for carpentry work.
• Demonstrate hand and power tools associated with
carpentry and their practical applications.
• Select materials and supplies.
• Utilize measurement tools correctly and accurately.
• Building rough frame structures.
• Read blueprints relevant to basic carpentry.
4 Credits 3 Weekly Lecture Hours
2 Weekly Laboratory Hours
CPT 101
Concepts of Carpentry Design
Emphasis of this course is on carpentry skill components
including: layout procedure, applications of measurement
tools, blueprint reading, building codes and regulations,
and applied mathematical formulas vital to the
carpentry trade.
Upon successful completion of this course, students
should be able to:
• Demonstrate the layout of foundations.
• Perform rough framing projects.
• Install rough floors.
• Construct simple roof rafters.
• Construct basic stairways.
• Utilize carpentry blueprint-reading skills.
• Perform mathematical equations pertinent to the
skills required.
Prereq. CPT 100
4 Credits 3 Weekly Lecture Hours
2 Weekly Laboratory Hours
CPT 150
Introduction to Cabinetmaking
This course introduces basic cabinetmaking skills. Topics
covered include material selection, layout, design, proper
use and application of hand and power tools, and finishing
techniques. Course includes the design and construction of
various projects.
Upon successful completion of this course, students
should be able to:
• Describe cabinet design considerations.
• Make basic sketches and layouts.
• Generate a Bill of Material for a project.
• Identify woods by sight.
• Discuss applications for woods.
• List applications for each wood species.
• Apply veneers.
• Affix plastic laminates.
• Select and apply different fasteners.
• Use hand and power tools safely.
• Make up various wood joints.
• Fabricate fixtures.
• Prepare a project for finishing.
• Apply finishes to wood.
2 Credits 1 Weekly Lecture Hours
2 Weekly Laboratory Hours
CPT 151
Furniture Building
This course presents the basic skills necessary to build
furniture. Proper use of hand and power tools is covered.
Wood joinery is covered along with different finishing
techniques.
Upon successful completion of this course, students
should be able to:
• Select wood for various applications.
• Make basic joints including mortise, tenon and dovetails.
• Demonstrate proper router applications.
• Perform proper clamping techniques.
• Apply finishes to achieve desired appearance.
• Utilize shop tools safely.
2 Credits 1 Weekly Lecture Hours
2 Weekly Laboratory Hours
CPT 152
Home Remodeling/Additions
Introduces basic principles of framing structures,
insulation, paneling, ceramic tile for floors and walls, and
basic carpentry skills. Topics covered include: stairs,
roofing, basic plumbing and wiring, finishing work,
skylights and windows and kitchens and bathrooms.
Upon successful completion of this course, students
should be able to:
• Demonstrate proper applications of framing members
including headers, beams, roof joist.
• Lay out a stairway.
• Apply ceramic tile with use of mastic or substrate.
• Explain the basic concepts involved of home wiring.
• Install a window into a new or existing opening.
• Solder 1/2" and 3/4" copper tubing.
• Construct a simple drainage branch using plastic pipe.
2 Credits 1 Weekly Lecture Hours
2 Weekly Laboratory Hours
CPT 153
Advanced Furniture Building
This course is designed for students who are ready to
progress beyond The Basics of Furniture Building (CPT
151) course. It presents advanced techniques in wood
bending using steam, laminate, freeform and coopering.
The process of working with wood veneers and veneer
inlays will be covered. Various methods in finishing and
finishing materials will be emphasized.
Upon successful completion of this course, students
should be able to:
• Select various types of wood for numerous application
procedures
• Build, setup and operate a steaming device for
bending wood
• Construct the appropriate form for bending procedures
• Use wood laminates for the purpose of bending
• Layout construction for coopering
• Apply various techniques for staining and finishing
2 Credits 1 Weekly Lecture Hours
2 Weekly Laboratory Hours
CPT 154 Introduction to Doors and
Windows - Residential
This course is designed to provide the student with the
fundamentals of various phases of door and window
construction, installation, and finishing. Classroom
instruction includes the proper use of measuring tools,
blueprint reading, math skills, and arranging materials
needed for finish carpentry applications. Lab instruction
includes layout procedures, the proper use of hand and
power tools to cut and shape wood, plastic and fiberglass.
Identification of door and window hardware will also be
presented. Tools such as chisels, planes, saws, drills,
sanders will be utilized.
Upon successful completion of this course, students
should be able to:
• Describe and identify various parts of doors and windows.
• Select the proper window and door sizes based on rough
openings and manufacturers specifications.
• Install windows on "New" house construction, replacement
windows, and additional window placement.
• Select various types of window glazing, glazing
materials, and installing glass.
• Discuss the identification and applications of interior and
exterior door and window casings.
• Construct and set door frames.
• Identify and install door and window hardware.
3 Credits 3 Weekly Lecture Hours
CPT 160
Introduction to Roofing and
Siding
This course provides an introduction to roofing and siding
processes. The course is designed to provide instruction in
the commonalties of theory and skills associated with the
installation of low maintenance exterior building products
to residential structures. Roofing and siding types,
materials, measurements, exterior insulation, trim and
soffits, and identification of flash valleys, sidewalls,
chimneys, as well as roof obstructions will be discussed.
The proper use of powered and non-powered hand tools
will be covered thoroughly. Materials including roofing felt,
organic and fiberglass asphalt shingles, aluminum and
vinyl siding
will be introduced.
Upon successful completion of this course, students
should be able to:
• Define roofing and siding terms.
• Describe and apply roofing felt, organic and/or fiberglass
asphalt shingles and roll roofing.
• Describe and apply aluminum and vinyl siding.
• Identify flash valleys, sidewalls, chimneys, and other
roof obstructions.
• Cut and bend roll aluminum to fit exterior trim and soffits.
• Apply and cut fanfold exterior insulation.
• Estimate needed roofing and siding materials.
4 Credits 2 Weekly Lecture Hours
4 Weekly Laboratory Hours
CPT 161
Introduction to Staircase &
Balconies
This introductory course is designed to provide the student
with a concentrated instruction method in staircases and
balconies. The student will learn basic concepts which
includes, stairway and balcony types, layouts, construction
and terminology. Design concepts, platforms and landings,
spiral staircases and balcony construction will be thoroughly
presented. In addition, mathematical calculations will be
used to determine proper tread rise and various carpentry
measurements.
Upon successful completion of this course, students
should be able to:
• Identify various types of staircases and balconies and
their terminology.
• Perform mathematical calculations to determine proper
tread rise and run of a given staircase.
• Layout and fabricate plain, square cut, mitered and
housed stringers and stair horses.
• Layout and fabricate platforms and landings.
• Construct and install balusters, newels, and handrails.
• Fabricate and install balcony skirts.
• Utilize existing building codes to comply with code
enforcement regulations
4 Credits 2 Weekly Lecture Hours
4 Weekly Laboratory Hours
CPT 162 Introduction to Interior Trim,
Walls and Ceilings
This course is designed to introduce the student to the
field of interior trim carpentry. The course presents the
basic phases of drywall construction, ceiling applications,
and interior trim processes. Topics covered include layout
procedures, proper use of tape, corner beads, and drywall
joint compound. In addition, ceiling construction, suspended
ceilings, and ceiling tile trim will be presented. The process
of measuring proper applications of moldings, and
molding patterns will be covered.
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