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Catalog Description Formerly known as CET 805 Hours: 28 (24 lecture, 4 laboratory) Description: Provides an introduction to the building trades as an occupation. Covers a variety of construction safety and health hazards workers may encounter. Provides safety information to construction workers about employee and employer rights and responsibilities. Emphasizes identification, avoidance, abatement, control, and prevention of job-related hazards on construction sites. Upon successful completion, 10 hour OSHA card issued by instructor. (pass/no pass grading) (noncredit) Course Student Learning Outcomes CSLO #1: Describe the importance of OSHA. CSLO #2: Outline the OSHA 10 certification requirements. CSLO #3: Describe major hazards associated with the construction industry. Effective Term Fall 2026 Course Type Noncredit Contact Hours 28 Outside of Class Hours 48 Total Student Learning Hours 72 Course Objectives Lecture Objectives: 1. Describe the training requirements and critical roles within the construction industry 2. Explain why OSHA is important to workers 3. Explain employer rights under OSHA 4. Discuss the employer responsibilities under OSHA 5. Discuss the use of OSHA standards 6. Explain how OSHA inspections are conducted 7. Identify major hazards 8. Describe types of hazards 9. Explain how to protect from hazards 10. Utilize helpful worker safety and health resources 11. Recognize employer requirements to protect workers from hazards Laboratory: 1. Demonstrate use of safety equipment. General Education Information Approved College Associate Degree GE Applicability CSU GE Applicability (Recommended-requires CSU approval) Cal-GETC Applicability (Recommended - Requires External Approval) IGETC Applicability (Recommended-requires CSU/UC approval) Articulation Information Not Transferable Methods of Evaluation Problem Solving Examinations Example: Students will post images of "suspected" safety issues via the Learning Management System (LMS) for class discussion. Skill Demonstrations Example: Students will demonstrate the correct and safe technique on how to inspect safety equipment for common failures. Repeatable Yes Methods of Instruction Laboratory Lecture/Discussion Lab: Lab techniques will be presented in a "describe / show / review" methodology. Instructor will demonstrate how to apply a full-body harness as part of a Personal Fall Arrest System (PFAS). Instructor will work with students until they can properly and safely put on a full-body harness with 100% success rate. Lecture: Instructor will lecture on the importance of worker safety and health resources. The student will be given an opportunity to clarify any questions in an instructor-guided discussion. Typical Out of Class Assignments Reading Assignments 1. Read OSHA case studies and list alternative methods to prevent illnesses and injuries. 2. Read OSHA standards for Fall Protection. Writing, Problem Solving or Performance 1. Students will write a summary of how an employee can protect themselves from common construction hazards. 2. Students will create a list the employer responsibilities. Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) Required Materials Various Author: Publisher: Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Publication Date: Text Edition: Classic Textbook?: OER Link: OER: https://www.osha.gov/training/outreach/construction Other materials and-or supplies required of students that contribute to the cost of the course. Course Materials provided by the Instructor.

Catalog Description Formerly known as CET 806 Prerequisite: Completion of BI 0805 with grade of "Pass" Hours: 48 (27 lecture, 21 laboratory) Description: Provides an overview of the local/regional building trade industry. Introduces students to the proper and safe operation of hand and power tools used in construction. Covers the fundamentals of construction math, measurements and blueprints. Emphasizes the employability skills such as time management, communication and proper attire for success in the construction industry. (pass/no pass grading) (noncredit) Course Student Learning Outcomes CSLO #1: Demonstrate the safe and proper use of hand and power tools used in construction. CSLO #2: Interpret, measure, estimate and calculate math problems used in construction. CSLO #3: Read basic blueprints. Effective Term Fall 2026 Course Type Noncredit Contact Hours 48 Outside of Class Hours 54 Total Student Learning Hours 102 Course Objectives Lecture: 1. Explain scope of building trades and industry in region. 2. Identify types and categories of hand and power tools used in construction. 3. Hand tool safety. 4. Explain the importance of measuring tools and their use in calculating building layout and estimation of materials used for construction. 5. Explain how to read a typical set of blueprints, and to differentiate between various pages and types of blueprints used for construction projects. 6. Explain how to correctly measure various layouts, and to accurately resolve a range of construction math problems 7. Outline the importance of time management and communication for working in construction. 8. Explain the proper attire and Safety for working in construction. 9. Outline job search skills. Laboratory: 1. Demonstrate how to use hand and power tools. General Education Information Approved College Associate Degree GE Applicability CSU GE Applicability (Recommended-requires CSU approval) Cal-GETC Applicability (Recommended - Requires External Approval) IGETC Applicability (Recommended-requires CSU/UC approval) Articulation Information Not Transferable Methods of Evaluation Problem Solving Examinations Example: Students will be tested on reading and lecture material. Question Example: Create the Bill of Materials for a doghouse. Points will be assigned to each question and converted to a letter grade. Skill Demonstrations Example: Students will demonstrate the correct and safe techniques when using specific power tools. Repeatable Yes Methods of Instruction Laboratory Lecture/Discussion Lab: Instructor will lecture and demonstrate how to correctly measure various blueprint layouts. The student will be given an opportunity to clarify any questions in an instructor-guided discussion. Lecture: Lab techniques will be presented in a "describe / show / review" methodology. Students will complete a safety test before using equipment. Instructor will work with students until they can successfully complete the test with 100% success rate. Typical Out of Class Assignments Reading Assignments 1. Students will read the chapter in the textbook relating to hand tool safety and outline the safety steps for working with a specific tool, i.e. Hammer. 2. Students will read a chapter in the textbook on material needs. Students will then create a list of materials needed for instructor provided building. Writing, Problem Solving or Performance 1. Given a set of blueprints, students will calculate the square footage of the building. 2. In a report, students will outline power tool safety procedures. Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) Required Materials Graphic Guide to Frame Construction Author: Rob Thallon Publisher: Taunton Press Publication Date: 2024 Text Edition: 5th Classic Textbook?: No OER Link: OER: Other materials and-or supplies required of students that contribute to the cost of the course. Course Materials provided by the Instructor