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Architecture and Construction

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TECHNICAL DIPLOMA
Masonry
Program Code : 314082 The one-year Masonry technical diploma prepares students for a beginning level career in brick / block / stone laying , tile setting , and concrete flatwork finishing ( cement masons ) in residential and commercial construction . Students also take courses in job-related math , plan reading , and estimating .
TOTAL CREDITS : 33
All credits in this program apply toward the Construction Management - Masonry ( 104555 ) associate degree . __________________________________
MEDIAN STARTING SALARY : $ 32,000 *
CERTIFICATE
CAD ( Computer Aided Drafting )
Program Code : 906061 The CAD Certificate is designed for a person seeking introductory Auto CAD and Mechanical Design skills . Some credits in this certificate apply toward the Mechanical Design Technology ( 106061 ) associate degree .
TOTAL CREDITS : 13
Energy Management
Program Code : 904811 Explore energy management technology used in analysis and measurement of energy in today ’ s building systems .
TOTAL CREDITS : 18
MaINTENANCE Electricity
Program Code : 904132 The Maintenance Electricity Certificate is designed for a person working in an industrial maintenance position seeking knowledge and skills in electrical maintenance .
TOTAL CREDITS : 18
Parametric Modeling
Program Code : 906062 The Parametric Modeling Certificate introduces the student to 3D parametric modeling using SolidWorks software and Autodesk Inventor . Topics covered include extruded , revolved , swept and lofted features , fully dimensioned orthographic drawings of models , special drawing views , surfacing and Autodesk Inventor .
TOTAL CREDITS : 9
Renewable Energy - Solar Electric
Program Code : 904821 Explore renewable energy generation systems with a focus on solar electric ( photovoltaic ) and solar thermal systems .
TOTAL CREDITS : 18
Renewable Energy - Solar Thermal
Program Code : 904822 Explore renewable energy with a focus on solar thermal systems .
TOTAL CREDITS : 15
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