Blueprint Basics (16 hours)
This basic class covers the following topics:
drawings that make up a set of prints, views
and details, lines and their meaning, orthographic
and perspective drawing, dimensions, schedules and
specifications. This class is a good overall view
of a set of prints and includes some hands on
exercises of how the plans work.
Advanced Print Reading (12 Hours)
This class includes a quick review of the
basic skills of print reading plus a detailed
look at the prints for other trades like HVAC,
Plumbing, Electrical and Welding. Also included
will be hands on reading of a real set of prints
and specifications and explanations of submittals,
RFI's and other communications within the print
reading subject.
Framing Square (6 Hours)
This course will familiarize the learner
with the major uses and tables of the tool.
The tool will be used to layout common and hip
rafters as well as hip and valley jack rafters.
The square will also be used to layout various
multi sided figures.
Stair Building Basics (16 hours)
The math involved with stair layout is
a focal point of the class. Students will learn
the basics of stair design and cut out several
different types of stringers. This class covers
stairways in both the residential and commercial
field and the codes that govern their construction.
Construction Master Pro (6 hours)
The Construction Master Pro is covered in depth
in this course. The learner will discover the
many functions of this versatile tool. A 35 dollar
fee for this course includes the calculator and the
manual which the member keeps at the end of the class.
Lath Ceilings (12 hours)
This class introduces the member to the basic
of hanging a lath and plaster ceiling using
black iron and expanded metal lath.
Lath Dome Ceilings (12 hours)
This course builds on the lath ceiling
class with the addition of bending the
black iron to specific curves to make domes
and barrel ceilings.
Layout skills are essential to quality
and productivity on every jobsite. Learn the
latest methods and tools to enhance your
skills and increase your opportunities
on the job.
Geometric Layout (8 hours)
This course is designed as an advanced
training and will include layout
of angles, octagons, segmental and elliptical
arches using a tape measure, chalk box and a
$10.00 calculator. The layout methods learned
can be applied to all areas of the carpentry trade.
Builders Level & Transit
This workshop will cover converting hundredths
of a foot to fractions of a foot, shooting
grades/elevations, turning angles into degrees,
minutes, and seconds, and layout of building lines
from prints, as well as instrument terminology.
Building Layout with the Theodilite
Prerequisite: You must take the builders level,
and transit class, prior to this class. This workshop
is designed to show the methods used to layout a
building from a single point using the theodilite
and a measuring tape. The course involves the use of
basic trigonomic functions and a $10.00 calculator.
Total Station 1
Prerequisite: You must take the Builders
Level/Transit prior to taking this class or
you must have one year minimum Builders Level/Transit
experience in the field. This workshop covers the
use of Total Station equipment and their application
to field layout. The transfer of data from field
drawings and CAD programs to the Total Station
in the field for layout tasks will also be covered.
Classroom training combined with hands-on
training with the Total Station equipment will
provide the skills necessary to operate this equipment
in the field. Three different types of total stations
are covered in this class.
Total Station 2
Prerequisite: You must take Total Station 1 prior
to taking this workshop. This workshop
covers computer interaction, file creation,
data management and basic AutoCAD relating to
Total Station technology. The spectrum of file creation
from blueprints using AutoCAD as well as using
existing AutoCAD electronic drawings (created by a
design team) is incorporated into the curriculum.
Data will be created, managed and downloaded to the
data recorder, then taken to the field for layout
application. Many of the finer points of managing the
layout tasks on a project will be incorporated
into this class. Classroom computer training using
AutoCAD and TDS Foresight Coordinate Geometry
software combined with hands-on Data Recorder
and Total Station Instrument training will round
out the layout experience. Four different types
of instruments are covered in this class.
Welding is getting to be a much needed skill in the construction industry. The increased use of heavy gauge metal studs in the construction industry creates jobs for certified welders and a strong demand for training in this skill. Classes fill up fast and openings appear as members get their certifications. You must sign the waiting list to be called for the next available opening. The Carpenters Education Program has been holding classes for the following Certifications:
- Light Gauge Metal Stud with Arc Welder
- Light Gauge Metal Stud with Wire Feed
- Heavy Gauge Steel with Arc Welder
Welding certification classes will be held in
the Albuquerque area on an ongoing basis. Classes
are held on Tuesday and Thursday night from
4:30 - 7:30 pm. The program is currently looking
for part time welding instructors in the Farmington
and Las Cruces areas.
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