2023 - 2024 MCPS High School Course Bulletin
Carpentry
The Carpentry program provides students with opportunities to learn about the home-building industry. Participants in this program master a variety of construction skills. Students apply their knowledge and skills by participating in the student-built house project. Students who complete this program are eligible to receive credit at Montgomery College in the Construction Technology program, as well as industry-recognized credentials through the National Center for Construction Education and Research.
| CON2004 | Introduction to Carpentry DP |
| CON2030A / CON2030B | Carpentry 2A TP |
| CON5105 | CE Adv Construction |
| CON2036 | Carpentry Internship |
| CON2015A | Foundations of Building and Construction |
| CON2018A / CON2018B | Foundations of Building and Construction A |
| CON2020A / CON2020B | Carpentry 2A DP |
| CON2005A / CON2005B | Carpentry 1A |
Construction Electricity
The Construction Electricity program provides students with opportunities to learn about the residential and commercial building industry. Participants master a variety of electrical skills and develop workplace competencies through authentic experiences. Students apply their knowledge and skills to the student-built house project. Students who complete this program are eligible to receive credit at Montgomery College in the Construction Technology program, as well as industry-recognized credentials through the National Center for Construction Education and Research.
| CON2002 | Introduction to Elecricity Construction DP |
| CON2003A / CON2003B | Electricity Construction 1A |
| CON2045B | Electricity Construction TP 1B |
| CON2025A / CON2025B | Electricity Construction 2A TP |
| CON2045B | Electricity Construction TP 1B |
| CON5105 | CE Adv Construction |
| CON2038 | Internship, Electricity |
| CON2015A | Foundations of Building and Construction |
| CON2045B | Electricity Construction TP 1B |
| CON2025A / CON2025B | Electricity Construction 2A TP |
| CON5105 | CE Adv Construction |
| CON2038 | Internship, Electricity |
| CON2018A / CON2018B | Foundations of Building and Construction A |
| CON2003A / CON2003B | Electricity Construction 1A |
| CON2020A / CON2020B | Carpentry 2A DP |
Principles of Architecture and CAD Technology
The Principles of Architecture and Computer-Assisted Drafting (CAD) Technology is a two-year program that provides an opportunity for students to complete a design pathway. Designing and engineering of physical structures from original concept to complete architectural and engineering plans that include using AutoCAD software are the major elements of the program. Upon graduation, students will be capable of furthering their education in a number of careers in the construction industry that are related to developing, designing, constructing, and maintaining the built environment. Students who complete this program are eligible to receive credit at Montgomery College in the Architectural Technology program.
| CON2042 | Architectural Drafting Techniques TP |
| CON2007 | Computer-Assisted Drafting (CAD) Technology: Architectural Applications |
| CON2008 | Residential Design Studio TP |
| CON2009 | Advanced CAD Applications TP |
| ENR5110 | CE Adv Engineering |
| CON2037 | Internship, Principles of Architecture and CAD Technology |
Heating and Air Conditioning
The Heating and Air Conditioning program prepares students for the challenges and demands of an exciting and technical career. Students learn a variety of basic and advanced heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) principles in a combination of classroom and worksite experiences. An integral part of the instructional program is participation in the student-built house project. Students completing this program are eligible to receive credit at Montgomery College in the Construction Technology program, as well as industry—recognized credentials through the National Center for Construction Education and Research.
| CON2000 | Introduction to HVAC DP |
| CON2013A / CON2013B | HVAC TP 2A |
| CON5105 | CE Adv Construction |
| CON2039 | HVAC Internship |
| CON2015A | Foundations of Building and Construction |
| CON2013A / CON2013B | HVAC TP 2A |
| CON5105 | CE Adv Construction |
| CON2039 | HVAC Internship |
| CON2018A / CON2018B | Foundations of Building and Construction A |
| CON2001A / CON2001B | HVAC 1A |
| CON2044A / CON2044B | HVAC DP 2A |
Masonry
The Masonry program provides opportunities for students to learn a variety of skills related to brick and block construction. Students gain practical work experience by participating in the student-built house project. By completing this program, students are eligible to receive credit at Montgomery College in the Construction Technology program, as well as industry-recognized credentials through the National Center for Construction Education and Research. An approved apprenticeship program, on-the-job training, and/or a career as a brick mason also are options for students who complete this program.
| CON2034 | Introduction to Masonry DP |
| CON2035A / CON2035B | Masonry 1A |
| CON2017A / CON2017B | Masonry 2A TP |
| CON5105 | CE Adv Construction |
| CON2040 | Masonry Internship |
| CON2015A | Foundations of Building and Construction |
| CON2017A / CON2017B | Masonry 2A TP |
| CON5105 | CE Adv Construction |
| CON2040 | Masonry Internship |
| CON2018A / CON2018B | Foundations of Building and Construction A |
| CON2035A / CON2035B | Masonry 1A |
| CON2047A / CON2047B | Masonry DP 2A |
Plumbing
The plumbing program provides students with opportunities to learn the installation, maintenance, and repair of many different types of pipe systems. Plumbers install and repair the water, waste disposal, drainage, and gas systems in homes and commercial and industrial buildings. Students apply their knowledge and skills in the construction of a student-built house project. By completing this program, students are eligible to receive credit at Montgomery College in the Construction Technology program, as well as industry-recognized credentials through the National Center for Construction Education and Research.
| CON2026 | Introduction to Plumbing DP |
| CON2027A / CON2048B | Plumbing 1 A (SP) |
| CON2027B | Plumbing 1 B TP |
| CON2029A / CON2029B | Plumbing 2A TP |
| CON5105 | CE Adv Construction |
| CON2041 | Plumbing Internship |
| CON2015A | Foundations of Building and Construction |
| CON2027B | Plumbing 1 B TP |
| CON2029A / CON2029B | Plumbing 2A TP |
| CON5105 | CE Adv Construction |
| CON2041 | Plumbing Internship |
| CON2018A / CON2018B | Foundations of Building and Construction A |
| CON2027A / CON2048B | Plumbing 1 A (SP) |
| CON2049A / CON2049B | Plumbing DP 2A |
Construction Design and Management
A four-course, project-based CTE Program of Study. Project-based learning (PBL) is a dynamic classroom teaching method in which students actively explore real-world problems and challenges to acquire a deeper knowledge about the subject matter. Students gain knowledge and skills by completing and revising projects that address complex questions, problems, or challenges. The instructor doubles as a facilitator, working with students to frame worthwhile questions, structuring meaningful tasks, coaching both knowledge development and social skills, and carefully assessing what students have learned from the experience. PBL also creates opportunities for groups of students to collectively gather information and think critically, thus developing essential collaboration skills required in the workplace.
Students will develop an understanding of the built world through the design and construction process. Each course uses the project-based learning approach to advance students’ understanding of the design-build-maintain process. Advanced architectural drafting and design skills are developed through lab-based instruction using Autodesk software tools (AutoCAD and Revit Architecture). Throughout the program, students will develop a portfolio to demonstrate knowledge of each phase of the design and construction management process. Students will also have the opportunity to earn industry certifi cation in AutoCAD and/or Revit.
| CON2050A / CON2050B | Introduction to Construction Design Management A |
| CON2051A / CON2051B | Principles of Construction Design A |
| ENR2036A / ENR2036B | Advanced Design and 3D Modeling A |
| CON2052A / CON2052B | Advanced Construction Management A |