(C) GPS for Construction

This is the GPS for Construction Technology. These standards will replace the QCCs. Teaching the state-approved Contren curriculum to designed standards and maintaining an Industry Accredited program will help in assuring compliance with these state standards. To view the standards Cick Here.

(D) Current Design for Construction Tech Programs

This is the state-approved lab design and tool and equipment list for new programs. This is also a model for existing programs. This information, if used, will aid a program in complying with Industry Accreditation Standards. Click link to see the information. Lab Design. Tool/Equipment List.

(E) Masonry Tool Illustrations

These are pictures provided by the Masonry Association of Georgia of tools, techniques and other information. These are great visual to use with the masonry component of Construction Technology. To access these pictures in a Powerpoint Cick Here.

(H) Industry Pre-employment Practice Test

This is the same pre-employment test that a potential new employee will be required to take before they will be employed by Georgia Power. Many of the concepts we are already teaching. To access this Click Here. The username to enter is "southern" and the password is "testing."


Thanks to Georgia Power for this!

(A) GPS Rollout PowerPoint Presentation

This is the PowerPoint presentation used on March 25, 2008 used with the training for the new construction GPS. It contains all of the standards as well as the corresponding links. Additional resources related to the GPS and teaching will be added as they become available. To access the presentation click on a link below:

PowerPoint Version

PDF Version

(B) Additional Resources for All Four Crafts

This web resource provides lesson supplements on all four craft areas. Follow the various links to see the various topics. It includes diagrams, sketches and concepts. To access the site Click Here.

(C) Masonry Association of GA Skills

These are the eight skill assessments used by the Masonry Association in their apprenticeship program. Students can potentially learn and test out on the first three. To download the file Click Here.

Thanks to Jamie Buck for this one!

(D) Blueprint Symbols for Electrical and Plumbing

This is a power point teaching game built after a Jeopardy format. It includes multiple categories including bonus questions. These are great for teaching and review! To get the PowerPoint Click Here.

Thanks to Baker Pulliam for this!

(E) Conduit Bending Activity

This is a handout will step the beginner through the five main bends used by electricians. It also describes the primary functions of some of the most popular benders. To access the handout Click Here.

Thanks to Bill Bamford and Kelly Almond for this!

(F) Electrical Wiring Diagrams

This site has has several of the more common wiring diagrams for switch and outlet circuits. It also has text type instructions as well. It will be a great resource! Check it out.

Thanks to Kelly Almond for this one!

(G) Circuit Construction Tool

Here is a great link to help students see how electrons flow, circuits are connected and how they can practice a very simple circuit setup.  Some great information is automatically calculated like voltage drop, amps & resistance when connected properly. To connect to the site Click Here.
Or Download the file directly.

Thanks to Ike Gilbert for this one!

(H) Stair & Rafter Layout Exercise

1) Take a white piece of masonite hardboard (4x8 sheet should work great). Cut it into strips the same size as a 2x12 and 2x8
2) Once you go over the steps to lay out a rafter or stair stringer, the students can practice over and over with dry erase markers and framing squares. 
3) For the grade: just check the work before they erase it.

It's simple, can be re-used, and saves materials. Students can race to see who can calculate and layout the fastest. 

Thanks to Ike Gilbert for this!

(A) Electrical Circuits

This is several diagrams and/or schematics of various electrical circuits. They are in a PowerPoint format so they can be projected for teaching purposes. To get the PPT file click HERE.

Thanks to Steve Potts for this one!

(B) Power tool Safety

This web site offers a variety of power tool safety resources. It includes documents, videos, etc. The web site is sponsred by the Power Tool Institute. To get to the web site Click Here.

Thanks to Jim Steel for this one!

(C) Plumbing Fittings and Isometrics

This is a set of isometrics as well as a handout with an exercise related to plumbing fittings and isometrics. You can open and print the documents to use. To open the documents, click on the links below.

Isometric Drawings

Plumbing Handouts

Thanks to Charlie Fales for this one!

(D) Construction Technology Pathway Assessment Standards

(Click on links below to view the standards)

Carpentry Standards

Electrical Standards

Masonry Standards

Plumbing Standards