How a Building is Designed and Built
Welcome! In the construction industry, you need to know how buildings are built. Start at the beginning. Learn the workflow and the language used by construction industry professionals.
Start by meeting the design and construction team. Then you learn the details about every phase, the equipment used and the sequencing of commercial building construction.
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Next course cycle begins: Friday, October 25, 2019
Hands-On, Real-World, Project-Based, Instructor-Led Career Education
See course descriptions for full course scheduleCFC 101
Overview, Site Utilities, Earthwork, Foundations
Learn about the roles played by the design & construction team. Learn how the site is prepared, the types of equipment used, different types of soil conditions & why various building foundations are used.
CFC 102
The Building Structure
Learn about the cranes used, designing a building structure, the structural systems & how building load is analyzed and factored into the design. Receive an in-depth study of cast-in-place & precast concrete and structural steel.
CFC 103
The Building Envelope
Learn about the building envelope, cold-formed steel stud systems, cladding systems, curtain walls, roofing systems and glass window systems. Learn how the building envelope keeps water out and controls temperature & humidity.
CFC 104
Interiors and Finish Site Work
Learn about walltypes, interior partitions, drywall and drywall finishes and construction sequencing. Learn about construction sequences for curbs, asphalt paving & landscaping.
CFC 105
Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing & AV-Tel-Data
This course is an in-depth study about MEP and building systems, including thermal comfort, indoor air quality, HVAC controls & how plumbing, electrical & emergency distribution systems function.
CFC 106
Fire Protection, Startup/Testing & Closeout
Learn many details about fire suppression systems, life-safety requirements, installing elevators, building commissioning, certificate of occupancy and project closeout.
