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Course #: 2536A-C
Duration: 30 hours
Course Prerequisites: Introduction to Algebra, Geometry, and Trigonometry (Block X02);
What Students Learn: PART 1 (2536A). Selection of Materials; Definition of Material Properties; Composition and Characteristics of Ferrous and Nonferrous Metals and Alloys.
PART 2 (2536B). Composition and Characteristics of Ceramics, Concrete, Glass, Graphite, Mica, Asbestos, Plastics, Elastomers, and Plastic.
PART 3 (2536C). Structure and Properties of Woods, Paper, Textiles, and Coatings.

Course #: 5011
Duration: 10 hours
Course Prerequisites: Practical Measurements (Block X22);
What Students Learn: Chemistry and Matter; Chemical and Physical Changes; Chemical Classification of Matter, Elements, Compounds, Mixtures; Atoms and Molecules; Dalton's Atomic Theory; Atomic Weights; Molecular Weights; Electron Theory of the Structure of the Atom; Study of Electrons, Protons, Neutrons, Atomic Structure of Elements; Fundamental Laws of Chemistry; Laws of Conservation of Matter and Energy; Law of Definite Proportions; Valence Formulas; Equations; Typical Problems in Chemistry; Solutions; Metals, Nonmetals, Acids, Bases, and Salts; Ions and Theory of Ionization; Conductivity, pH, Electrolysis, Electroplating; Periodic Grouping of the Elements; Properties and Uses of Metallic and Nonmetallic Elements and Their Compounds; Nuclear Energy; Organic Chemistry; Structural Formulas, Hydrocarbons, Fatty Acids, Carbohydrates, Aromatic Compounds, Plastics.

Course #: 6227A-C
Duration: 30 hours
What Students Learn: PART 1 (6227A). Materials for Painting and Wood Finishing; Fire-Retardant and Special-Purpose Paints; Tools; Spray-Painting Equipment; Ladders and Scaffolds.
PART 2 (6227B). Preparation for Painting; Masonry, Concrete, and Other Cementitious Surfaces; Structural Steel and Miscellaneous Metals; Exterior Woodwork; Interior Plaster; Interior Woodwork; Wood Finishing; Special Painting Problems; Estimating.
PART 3 (6227C). Pigment Colors; Effects of Color; Color Schemes.

Course #: 2019
Duration: 10 hours
What Students Learn: Composition, Use, and Characteristics of Plaster; Plaster Bases; Furring and Lathing; Preparations for Plastering; Application; Plaster Problems; Stucco.