TCS 111 - Methods/Materials of Construction I

Institution:

Delaware County Community College

Subject:

Construction Technology

Description:

This is the first course of a two-part introduction to the materials, assemblies and methodologies of general construction organized around Construction Specifications Institute division format. Topics begin with sitework and excavation techniques and proceed through basic building systems in concrete, masonry, wood, plastic and metal. Emphasis is placed on exploring the impact of design decisions and construction scenario on the final product. Case studies and project simulations are an integral part of the course. Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to: Relate standard construction documentation to the materials and methods of general construction; Identify and discuss building components from the perspective of material source and manufacture; Identify and discuss building systems from the perspective of component assemblies and construction methodology; Perform critical analysis and problem solving relative to construction project case studies and simulation scenarios.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

TCS 100

Corequisites:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.dccc.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 359-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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