WOOD-1078Site Layout and Concrete Foundations
All construction projects require proper planning, accurate layout, and a solid foundation. These early tasks affect the quality of the build, long after the foundation has been constructed. In this foundational course, students will learn to make basic measurements using precision surveying instruments including builder's levels, theodolites, and total stations while reading specifications such as building location, setbacks, and elevation from the construction documents. As the course progresses, students will calculate and construct various concrete foundations such as grade beams, slab-on-grade floors, and foundation walls, while learning the importance of proper mixtures and consistencies.
