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Construction Technology
From blueprints to building permits, students learn the basics of the construction process. They will also explore contemporary building practices, building codes, and modern materials to determine the impact on efficiency.
Project-based activities include:
Activity: Reading - Construction Orientation
Activity: Video - GreenOvating
Activity: Role - Playing - Building Permit
Activity: Video - Tools of the Trade
Activity: Video - How to Use a Scale Ruler
Activity: Reading a Site Plan
Activity: Topographical Graphing
Activity: Layout
Activity: Thermal Conduction
Activity: Video - Site Preparation
Activity: Narrative Writing & Checkpoint Test
Activity: Transit Level
Activity: Laser Level
Activity: Directed Problem
Activity: Watt's Up
Activity: Argumentative Writing, Career Research & Planning, and Checkpoint Test
Activity: Design Brief Research, Organization, Planning & Presentation
LAB
HS STEM
GRADES
9 to 12
CURRICULUM HOURS
20
CAREER CLUSTERS
Architecture & Construction, STEM
FEATURES
• NAF Approved
• University of California A-G Approved Course
• Project-Based Learning
• Career Ready Practices
• Reading and Writing in Context
• Customizable Content
• Directed Problem
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