Construction Trades Exterior Building Certificate

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Total certificate hours: 17

This Certificate provides entry-level as well as upgrading skills courses for a solid foundation of exterior building renovation and new construction. This certificate includes hand-on learning in framing, sizing and installation of windows and exterior doors, and the various materials and techniques used for exterior finishes and trim.

Program Prerequisites: Successful completion of Essentials Certificate or instructor permission required to enter Exterior Building Certificate.

As a result of completing the Construction Trades Exterior Certificate at Lamar Community College, students will be able to:

Identify and apply framing techniques as they apply to walls, windows, and doors.
Understand the processes behind and install exterior materials including but not limited to: exterior sheathing, flashing, various types of siding and trims, stucco, concrete, and roofing.

Required Courses: (14 credits)

AEC 2700 - International Building Codes Credits: 3(3-0)
CAR 1023 - Roof Framing Credits: 1(0-1)
CAR 1025 - Roofing Materials and Methods Credits: 1(0-1)
CAR 1030 - Windows and Exterior Doors Credits: 1(0-1)
CAR 1034 - Exterior Finishes and Trim Credits: 4 (3-1)
CAR 1071 - Clinical Construction Lab I Credits: 4 (0-4)

Elective (3 credits)

Take one of any 100 level course or higher.