Construction
Professional Development
Offered through Continuing Education
@ Florissant Valley | South County Education & University Center
Deepen your understanding of construction codes, methods and tools.
Call 314-984-7777 to register for spring classes by phone, or click the button above to register and pay online.
Introduction to Construction
An introductory course providing an overview of the total construction process, including
city and regional planning, construction management, contracting, labor and management
relations, the design process, estimating and bidding, scheduling and purchasing,
construction and equipment. Available for credit as CE 130 550.
CONS:701 | Full Term | $331.50 Age 60+ | $331.50 Regular
P02 | M 7:05-9:45 p.m. | Richard Unger | Jan. 28-May 19 | FV-E, 160
• NOTE: No class Feb. 18, March 18.
Construction Materials and Methods
This course is an introduction to the elements of building construction principles
and materials. Students will learn the background and history of building materials
and systems; review sustainable design, materials, and construction concepts; and
review industry standards, specifications, codes and barrier-free design. Available
for credit as CE 115 550.
CONS:701 | Full Term | $331.50 Age 60+ | $331.50 Regular
P01 | W 7:05-9:45 p.m. | Richard Unger | Jan. 23-May 19 | FV-E, TBD
• NOTE: No class March 20.
Construction Estimating
Learn the total estimating and bidding process. Topics include bid form contracts,
specifications, overhead, unit costs, quantity surveys, subcontract bids, pricing,
checking and alternates. Students should be able to read construction drawing prior
to enrolling in this course. Prerequisites: CE 116.
CONS:702 | Full Term | $331.50 Age 60+ | $331.50 Regular
P01 | Tu 7:05-9:45 p.m. | Richard Unger | Jan. 22-May 19 | FV-E, 158
• NOTE: No class March 19.
National Electrical Code and Calculations: Part II
This class covers specialty area of articles in the NFPA Division 70 text-the National
Electrical Code. Review general definitions as a refresher from Part I. Chapters 5-8
are covered i.e. hazardous locations, health care facilities, mobile home parks, manufactured
wiring, swimming pools, electric welders and fire pumps. These will be discussed in
depth along with special occupancies. Calculations are part of the NEC, so basic calculations
on trailer parks, welders, x-ray units and short circuit current will be reviewed
and discussed. Texts required; bring to first class: NFPA, National Electrical code
2017 ISBN 978-145-591-2773 and Holt, Electrical Exam Preparation 2017/9780986353499.
Prerequisite: Part I National Electrical Code and Calculations.
ELEC:705 | 14 sessions | $192 Age 60+ | $299 Regular
P01 | Tu 6-9 p.m. | Michael Smith | Jan. 29-May 7 | STLCC-South County, 213
• NOTE: No class March 19.
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