In this course, learners develop skills to fly drones and utilize lidar surveying equipment. Learners use these skills to determine existing ground data. Upon completion of this course, learners will be able to create existing topographical point cloud data obtained from both drones and lidar systems.

This course is designed for learners to develop knowledge and skills in all aspects of the writing process. Planning, organizing, writing, editing and revising are applied through a variety of activities. Students will analyze audience and purpose, use elements of research, and format documents using standard guidelines. Individuals will develop critical reading skills through analysis of various written documents.

In this course, learners analyze various construction materials based on Wisconsin Department of Transportation's Highway Technician Certification Program (HTCP) requirements. Upon completion of the course, learners will be able to demonstrate how to properly test fresh Portland Cement Concrete as required for the HTCP PCC1 certification.

This course introduces students to basic principles of structural mechanics (statics and strength of materials), with special emphasis placed upon application of these principles in the design of simple beams used in commercial buildings.

This course is designed to develop the skills for preparation of cost estimates using materials, labor, and equipment in construction. Time and cost components are also addressed in a unit production and a project scheduling evaluation using the critical path method.

This course is designed to help students learn how to recognize, approach and defuse various confrontational situations on the construction job site and in the workplace.

Please complete 804-135 Quantitative Reasoning or 804-115 College Technical Math 1. This is for informational purposes only. Once you register for your course, you can delete this block from your timeline.

In this course, learners demonstrate the distribution and properties of waters on the earth, concepts of the hydrologic cycle, and basic principles of meteorology, precipitation, streamflow, and groundwater flow. Learners classify various erosion control practices to protect the environment during construction. Upon completion of the course, learners will be able to develop storm water pollution protection solutions for a given construction site.

This course teaches the participant the basics of Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) using AutoCAD and other design software within the various fields of construction sciences and interior design. Students develop their CAD skills while working on various real world construction type projects.

In this course, students develop general skills helpful in construction. Students are exposed to the construction industry, tools and materials typically used in construction, construction health and safety, blueprint reading, and diversity in the construction industry. Upon completion of the course, students will have knowledge and skills to perform basic duties on a job site.