2021 - 2022 Catalog
Course Descriptions for CNBT
Course Number: CNBT 1300 (3 Credit Hours)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Description: Introductory blueprint reading for residential and light commercial construction. (3 Lec.)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Title: Residential and Light Commercial Blueprint Reading
This is a WECM Course Number.Course Description: Introductory blueprint reading for residential and light commercial construction. (3 Lec.)
Course Number: CNBT 1301 (3 Credit Hours)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Description: Overview of the construction industry. This course is cross-listed as CNBT 1201. The student may register for either CNBT 1301 or CNBT 1201 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (3 Lec.)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Title: Introduction to the Construction Industry
This is a WECM Course Number.Course Description: Overview of the construction industry. This course is cross-listed as CNBT 1201. The student may register for either CNBT 1301 or CNBT 1201 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (3 Lec.)
Course Number: CNBT 1302 (3 Credit Hours)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Description: A presentation of the basic mechanical, plumbing, and electrical components in construction and their relationship to residential and light commercial buildings. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Title: Mechanical, Plumbing and Electrical Systems in Construction I
This is a WECM Course Number.Course Description: A presentation of the basic mechanical, plumbing, and electrical components in construction and their relationship to residential and light commercial buildings. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Course Number: CNBT 1311 (3 Credit Hours)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Description: An introduction to construction materials and methods and their applications. This course is cross-listed as CNBT 1411. The student may register for either CNBT 1311 or CNBT 1411 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Title: Construction Methods and Materials I
This is a WECM Course Number.Course Description: An introduction to construction materials and methods and their applications. This course is cross-listed as CNBT 1411. The student may register for either CNBT 1311 or CNBT 1411 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Course Number: CNBT 1315 (3 Credit Hours)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Description: Surveying equipment, sketches, proper field note taking, methods of staking, layout of building site, and horizontal and vertical controls. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Title: Field Engineering I
This is a WECM Course Number.Course Description: Surveying equipment, sketches, proper field note taking, methods of staking, layout of building site, and horizontal and vertical controls. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)
Course Number: CNBT 1318 (3 Credit Hours)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Description: Comprehensive study of the selection and use of hand tools, portable and stationary power tools and related construction equipment. Emphasis on safety in the use of tools and equipment. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Title: Construction Tools and Techniques
This is a WECM Course Number.Course Description: Comprehensive study of the selection and use of hand tools, portable and stationary power tools and related construction equipment. Emphasis on safety in the use of tools and equipment. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)
Course Number: CNBT 1342 (3 Credit Hours)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Description: An examination of the building codes and standards applicable to building construction and inspection processes. (3 Lec.)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Title: Building Codes and Inspections
This is a WECM Course Number.Course Description: An examination of the building codes and standards applicable to building construction and inspection processes. (3 Lec.)
Course Number: CNBT 1344 (3 Credit Hours)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Description: Skill development in laboratory testing and field inspection procedures associated with construction materials. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Title: Construction Materials Testing
This is a WECM Course Number.Course Description: Skill development in laboratory testing and field inspection procedures associated with construction materials. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Course Number: CNBT 1346 (3 Credit Hours)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Description: Fundamentals of estimating materials and labor costs in construction. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Title: Construction Estimating I
This is a WECM Course Number.Course Description: Fundamentals of estimating materials and labor costs in construction. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Course Number: CNBT 1359 (3 Credit Hours)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Description: A study of conventional scheduling using critical-path-method; precedence networks; bar charts; monthly reports; and fast track scheduling. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Title: Project Scheduling
This is a WECM Course Number.Course Description: A study of conventional scheduling using critical-path-method; precedence networks; bar charts; monthly reports; and fast track scheduling. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Course Number: CNBT 1372 (3 Credit Hours)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Description: This course is a study of the mechanical, electrical, plumbing, ventilation, and insulation systems used in residential buildings today. The student will identify and describe the major components of a heating and air conditioning system as well as the methods used in the design, planning, and installation of residential systems. (3 Lec.)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Title: Residential, Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing Systems
This is a Local Need Course.Course Description: This course is a study of the mechanical, electrical, plumbing, ventilation, and insulation systems used in residential buildings today. The student will identify and describe the major components of a heating and air conditioning system as well as the methods used in the design, planning, and installation of residential systems. (3 Lec.)
Course Number: CNBT 1374 (3 Credit Hours)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Description: Designed to train the construction worker in the preparation of cost estimates for residential structures. Topics include mathematics, construction techniques, estimating cycle, data sources and use, checklists, and detailed unit quantity estimating methods. Emphasis will be on establishing residential material requirements. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Title: Estimating for Residential Building
This is a Local Need Course.Course Description: Designed to train the construction worker in the preparation of cost estimates for residential structures. Topics include mathematics, construction techniques, estimating cycle, data sources and use, checklists, and detailed unit quantity estimating methods. Emphasis will be on establishing residential material requirements. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Course Number: CNBT 1391 (3 Credit Hours)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Title: Special Topics in Construction/Building Technology/Technician
This is a WECM Course Number.Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Course Number: CNBT 1411 (4 Credit Hours)
Listed by Campus(es): EFC
Course Description: An introduction to construction materials and methods and their applications. This course is cross-listed as CNBT 1311. The student may register for either CNBT 1311 or CNBT 1411 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)
Listed by Campus(es): EFC
Course Title: Construction Methods and Materials I
This is a WECM Course Number.Course Description: An introduction to construction materials and methods and their applications. This course is cross-listed as CNBT 1311. The student may register for either CNBT 1311 or CNBT 1411 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)
Course Number: CNBT 2270 (2 Credit Hours)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Description: This course is specifically geared for the construction technology professional who utilizes the shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) process. Position of welds will be 1G, 2G, 5G, and 6G using various electrodes. Topics covered include electrode selection, equipment setup, and safe shop practices. (1 Lec., 4 Lab.)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Title: Pipe Welding for the Construction Professional
This is a Local Need Course.Course Description: This course is specifically geared for the construction technology professional who utilizes the shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) process. Position of welds will be 1G, 2G, 5G, and 6G using various electrodes. Topics covered include electrode selection, equipment setup, and safe shop practices. (1 Lec., 4 Lab.)
Course Number: CNBT 2281 (2 Credit Hours)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Description: Career-related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. (1 Lec., 10 Ext.)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Title: Cooperative Education-Construction Engineering Technology/Technician
This is a WECM Course Number.Course Description: Career-related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. (1 Lec., 10 Ext.)
Course Number: CNBT 2304 (3 Credit Hours)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Description: Continuation of the study of the properties of building materials, methods and equipment for their integrated use in completing construction projects. (3 Lec.)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Title: Construction Methods and Materials II
This is a WECM Course Number.Course Description: Continuation of the study of the properties of building materials, methods and equipment for their integrated use in completing construction projects. (3 Lec.)
Course Number: CNBT 2305 (3 Credit Hours)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Description: Basic process of organizing and operating a building or contracting business. (3 Lec.)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Title: Building and Contracting
This is a WECM Course Number.Course Description: Basic process of organizing and operating a building or contracting business. (3 Lec.)
Course Number: CNBT 2310 (3 Credit Hours)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Description: Blueprint reading for commercial/industrial construction. (3 Lec.)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Title: Commercial/Industrial Blueprint Reading
This is a WECM Course Number.Course Description: Blueprint reading for commercial/industrial construction. (3 Lec.)
Course Number: CNBT 2315 (3 Credit Hours)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Description: Overview of the legal aspects of written construction documents. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Title: Construction Specifications and Contracts
This is a WECM Course Number.Course Description: Overview of the legal aspects of written construction documents. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Course Number: CNBT 2317 (3 Credit Hours)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Description: Methods and materials used for buildings that conserve energy, water, and human resources. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Title: Green Building
This is a WECM Course Number.Course Description: Methods and materials used for buildings that conserve energy, water, and human resources. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Course Number: CNBT 2335 (3 Credit Hours)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Description: Advanced construction scheduling utilizing computer scheduling software to perform various scheduling procedures. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Title: Computer-Aided Construction Scheduling
This is a WECM Course Number.Course Description: Advanced construction scheduling utilizing computer scheduling software to perform various scheduling procedures. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)
Course Number: CNBT 2337 (3 Credit Hours)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Prerequisite Recommended: CNBT 1346 or CNBT 1374.
Course Description: Students will utilize various estimating resources; determine types of estimating needed in construction; calculate quantities, costs, and time units; and develop computerized reports for detailed construction estimates. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Title: Construction Estimating II
This is a WECM Course Number.Prerequisite Recommended: CNBT 1346 or CNBT 1374.
Course Description: Students will utilize various estimating resources; determine types of estimating needed in construction; calculate quantities, costs, and time units; and develop computerized reports for detailed construction estimates. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Course Number: CNBT 2342 (3 Credit Hours)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Description: Students will define terms associated with construction supervision, leadership, motivation, problem solving, and decision making. Students will demonstrate problem solving and decision-making skills in construction problems. They will apply green and sustainable building codes and standards and demonstrate techniques for successful contractor interaction including professional protocol and communication. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Title: Construction Management I
This is a WECM Course Number.Course Description: Students will define terms associated with construction supervision, leadership, motivation, problem solving, and decision making. Students will demonstrate problem solving and decision-making skills in construction problems. They will apply green and sustainable building codes and standards and demonstrate techniques for successful contractor interaction including professional protocol and communication. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Course Number: CNBT 2344 (3 Credit Hours)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Description: A management course in contract documents, safety, planning, scheduling, production control, and law and labor. Topics include contracts, planning, cost and production peripheral documents, and cost and work analysis. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Title: Construction Management II
This is a WECM Course Number.Course Description: A management course in contract documents, safety, planning, scheduling, production control, and law and labor. Topics include contracts, planning, cost and production peripheral documents, and cost and work analysis. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Course Number: CNBT 2375 (3 Credit Hours)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Description: This course continues the study of field engineering for commercial and industrial building construction. Methods used in estimating materials, development of Quantity logs and pier logs, use of blueprints and field notes, parking lots, retaining systems and basic curves. Lab required. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Title: Field Engineering II
This is a Local Need Course.Course Description: This course continues the study of field engineering for commercial and industrial building construction. Methods used in estimating materials, development of Quantity logs and pier logs, use of blueprints and field notes, parking lots, retaining systems and basic curves. Lab required. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)
Course Number: CNBT 2380 (3 Credit Hours)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Description: Career related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. (1 Lec., 20 Ext.)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Title: Cooperative Education - Construction Engineering Technology/Technician
This is a WECM Course Number.Course Description: Career related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. (1 Lec., 20 Ext.)
Course Number: CNBT 2381 (3 Credit Hours)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Description: Career-related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. (1 Lec., 20 Ext.)
Listed by Campus(es): NLC
Course Title: Cooperative Education-Construction Engineering Technology/Technician
This is a WECM Course Number.Course Description: Career-related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. (1 Lec., 20 Ext.)
Course Number: CNBT 2437 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year on any campus of Dallas College.
Course Description: Advanced estimating concepts using computer software programs for the construction and crafts. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)
Course not offered this year on any campus of Dallas College.
Course Title: Construction Estimating II
This is a WECM Course Number.Course Description: Advanced estimating concepts using computer software programs for the construction and crafts. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)
ACGM (Lower-Division Academic Course Guide Manual) Courses
WECM (Workforce Education Course Manual) Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for general academic transfer among community, state, and technical colleges in Texas; and state public four-year colleges and universities as freshman and sophomore general education courses.
WECM (Workforce Education Course Manual) Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board as workforce education (technical) courses offered for credit and CEUs (Continuing Education Units). While these courses are designed to transfer among state community colleges, they are not designed to automatically transfer to public four-year colleges and universities.