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CT 220 - Professional Practice
Credits:
1.00
Serves as an introduction to the civil technology program
and various fields in the civil environment in a seminar
format. Provides for student contact with industry
professionals and employment opportunities. Assists with
student learning skills and serves as common period for
Freshmen guidance on academic matters. 2-hr sem.
CT 222 - Computer Aided Design Level I
Credits:
4.00
The student designs fundamental buildings and structures and
prepares plans using computer software (AutoCAD). Emphasis
is on learning the software, basic design and plan
requirements. Students then apply this knowledge to produce
presentation drawings and developing proficient skills with
this software. The student also works concurrently on course
projects. 2-hr lec/2-hr rec.
CT 223 - Introduction to Surveying and Mapping
Credits:
4.00
Established procedure for data gathering, analysis and
display in Surveying and Mapping. Linear and angular
measurements, Traversing and computation of areas,
Geographic Information Systems, the Global Positioning
System, topographic mapping. 3-hr lec/2-hr rec.
CT 227 - Mechanical and Electrical Systems
Credits:
4.00
Description, analysis and design application of conventional
heating, ventilating, air conditioning, lighting and
plumbing systems. Electrical principles, laws, and
installation with emphasis on the National Electrical Code.
2-hr lec/2-hr rec.
CT 230 - Statics and Materials
Credits:
4.00
Determining and evaluating physical properties of common
building construction materials: wood, steel and non-ferrous
metals, cement, concrete, brick, and bituminous materials.
Application of materials to design of structural elements in
beam and column applications, under various load conditions.
Emphasis on appropriate material selection and optimization
of design. Prereq: MTH 203. 2-hr lec/2-hr rec.
CT 231 - Design I
Credits:
4.00
Provides foundational skills in critical thinking, design
process, verbal and graphic description/idea documentation,
project implementation, and creative process activation.
Presentation and demonstration skills to be developed as
part of individual and group project solutions. Course will
develop intermediate CAD skills. Prereq: CT 222.
2-hr lec/2-hr rec.
CT 232 - Environmental Technology
Credits:
3.00
Examines the macro and micro issues inherent to the
management of our environment. Discussion of the macro
component covers global environmental issues, both the
problems and sustainable solution strategies. The micro
component includes examination of the technical processes
inherent to deliver potable water, treat waste water,
manage solid waste, and recycling. 2 lec/1 lab.
CT 233 - Construction Surveying
Credits:
4.00
This course applies methods and techniques learned in CT 223
to real world situations. The student works as part of a
project team on a proposed construction site. Tasks and
materials covered include: setting control, mapping of
sites, design and layout of roadways, site planning,
building and infrastructure layout, area and volume
calculations. Class expands on use of survey equipment to
include data collectors and land design computer software.
Prereq: CT 223 with a grade of C- or better.
2-hr lec/1-hr rec/2-hr lab.
CT 234 - Soils and Foundations
Credits:
4.00
Subsurface exploration, soil sampling, testing and
evaluating subsurface materials, and their effect on
foundations, site development, and construction. Hands-on
laboratory component. Introduction to site excavation
methods and foundation design. 2-hr rec/2-hr lab/rec.
CT 235 - Introduction to Information Technology
Credits:
4.00
This course will provide an introduction to Information
Technology and the issues and challenges with managing
the computing enterprise in a corporate environment. Topics
to be covered include hardware troubleshooting and repair,
operating system fundamentals, general application
deployment, data communications, networking software and
hardware, server security and management, and an
introduction to HTML (web site) programming. Prereq: AM 280,
MTH 203. 2 lec/1 lab
CT 237 - Land Design and Regulations
Credits:
4.00
Hydrology of drainage and storm water runoff, basic concepts
of hydraulic flow in pipes and channels, and overview of
pump systems. Technical and regulatory requirements of
designing residential water supply and septic disposal
systems. Review of federal, state, and local ordinances
with respect to construction and land development.
2-hr lec/2-hr rec.
CT 238 - Introduction to Multimedia
Credits:
2.00
Introduces multimedia computer applications through the
creation of still image renderings and high-quality
animation. A personal, computer-based applications course
for technical and artistic generation of graphical
information in a multimedia format with emphasis on visual
presentation. Prereq: CT 222, 226; permission.
CT 240 - Legal Aspects of Surveying
Credits:
2.00
The legal issues involved when performing a property
boundary survey are presented. Ownership of land, the
search for boundary evidence, methods of performing research
and resolving conflicting information and disputes are
discussed. Other topics include: An introduction to legal
principles, statutes, case law, terminology, liability,
ethics and standards relating to surveying. A course-long
project is undertaken whereby research, the search for
evidence, a field survey, boundary determination and a plat
are completed. Prereq: CT 223 with a grade of C- or better.
2-hr lec/2-hr rec/7 wks.
CT 243 - Advanced Surveying and Mapping
Credits:
2.00
A continuation of surveying topics not covered in CT 223,
CT 233 and 240. Specifically: Geodesy, Map Projection
Systems, State Plane Coordinates, Satellite Positioning,
Theory of Observations, and Control Surveys.
3-hr lec/1-hr rec/1-hr lab/6 wks.
CT 244 - Advanced Surveying Computations
Credits:
4.00
Emphasis on how to perform the typical surveying
computations encountered in the field. Use of surveying
and mapping software and plotters for topographic mapping
and subdivision design. Advanced GIS theory and applications
including Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing. Field equipment
testing and adjustment. Prereq: CT 223, 233, 243, or
permission. 3-hr lec/2-hr lab.
CT 246 - Introduction to Geographic Information Systems
Credits:
3.00
The basic principles of an operational Geographic
Information System. History of and future trends in the
field. The fundamentals of data quality, data capture, data
manipulation, applications, and analysis. System component
selection--hardware and software. 2 lec/1 lab.
CT 247 - Construction Contracting
Credits:
4.00
Overview of administrative skills required to manage a
construction concern. Emphasis on project management
through the entire construction and design process. Building
codes and the ADA code included. 2-hr lec/2-hr rec.
CT 281 - Architecture I History and Design
Credits:
4.00
Develops a basic understanding of American architectural
history while developing architectural programming and
design skills in a project based environment. Considerable
CAD usage for project submissions 2-hr lec/2-hr rec.
CT 282 - Architecture II
Credits:
4.00
Studio application of principles and skills developed in the
architectural concentration. Design of a complete shelter
system into the design development phase. Prereq: CT 281.
2-hr lec/2-hr rec.
CT 291 - Studies
Credits:
1.00 to 3.00
A) Energy Conservation; B) Surveying; C) Construction;
D) Machinery; E) Hydrographic Surveying. Prereq: permission
of instructor and student's adviser.
CT 292 - Studies
Credits:
1.00 to 3.00
A) Energy Conservation; B) Surveying; C) Construction;
D) Machinery; E) Hydrographic Surveying. Prereq: permission
of instructor and student's adviser.
CT 297 - Work Experience
Credits:
Career-oriented work experience (10 weeks, full time) to
include, but not limited to, architecture, construction,
surveying, and mapping. Cr/F.