BCT 102 - Building Materials

1. Demonstrate the ability to converse, relate and follow construction industry standards.
2. Discuss the process commonly used in the construction of site work.
3. Describe the components of concrete construction and differentiate masonry construction methods and materials.
4. Interpret designations used for metals and discuss wood construction and pertinent code requirements.
5. Discuss common methods and applications of thermal and moisture protection and explain door and window assemblies used in construction.
6. Discuss commonly used finishes in a variety of residential and commercial applications and discuss selection criteria for furnishings used in construction design.
7. Explain and discuss specialty options used on building projects.
8. Communicate the importance and implications of selecting pneumatics and tool service on construction projects and Demonstrate awareness of conveying system options used in construction projects.
9. Determine best choice usage of heating, ventilation, air-conditioning, and plumbing systems and discuss material selections for electrical systems.

1. Construction Standards
   1. Industry standards
   2. Local standards
2. Sitework
   1. Soils
   2. Paving
   3. Drainage
   4. Landscape materials
3. Concrete
   1. Mix designs
   2. Accessories
4. Masonry
   1. Wall types
   2. Accessories
5. Metals
   1. Structural steel
   2. Connections
   3. Constructural metals
6. Wood and Wood Products
   1. Material characteristics
   2. Uses
7. Thermal and Moisture Protection
   1. Insulation
   2. Roofing materials
   3. Damp-proofing and waterproofing
8. Doors and Windows
   1. Door choices
   2. Window options
9. Finishes
   1. Paints
   2. Plastics
10. Specialties
    1. Grilles and screens
    2. Partitions
    3. Accessories
11. Equipment
    1. Pneumatic equipment
    2. Food service equipment
12. Furnishings
    1. Casework
    2. Furniture
13. Special Construction
    1. Acoustic Facilities
    2. Solar energy systems
14. Conveying Systems
    1. Elevators
    2. Material handling systems
15. Mechanical Systems
    1. Heating, vacuum, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems
    2. Plumbing systems
    3. Fire protection systems
16. Electrical Systems
    1. Power systems
    2. Lighting systems
    3. Communications systems