BCTI 203 - Carpentry Advanced Part 1

1. Describe the equipment, principles, and methods used to perform distance measurement and leveling. Discuss layout responsibilities of surveyors, field engineers, and carpenters; interpretation and use of site/plot plan drawings; and methods used for on-site communication.
2. Examine the principles, equipment, and methods used to perform site layout tasks that require making angular measurements. Demonstrate layout of building foundation lines and determine elevations by trigonometric leveling. Discuss the use of laser instruments, transits, theodolites, electronic distance measurement, and total stations. Review trade mathematics, including geometry and right-angle trigonometry, needed to perform the calculations related to angular measurements.
3. Discuss commercial roofing materials and structures and describe the procedures for installing commercial roofing such as standing seam, lap seam, and built-up roofs.
4. Attain readiness to take the first half of NCCER Carpentry Advanced Level 4 certification exams.

• Site Layout One - Distance Measurement and Leveling
• Site Layout Two - Angular Measurement
• Advanced Roof Systems

 
GRADING POLICY
Students must score 70 percent or higher on all module examinations to receive recognition from NCCER. Students must also complete each performance task to the satisfaction of the instructor to receive recognition from NCCER. If either of the above requirements are not met the student will forfeit NCCER certification and will receive a one letter grade reduction for the class.
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