LEVEL I FORM
(4/15)
Please attach/ submit additional documents as needed to fully complete each section of the form. See
information about Level I Proposals.
I. DEPARTMENT / PROGRAM
Industrial Technology/Carpentry (Sustainable Construction Technology)
II. SUMMARY
The Carpentry/Sustainable Construction Technology program, provides the regional workforce
with credentialed, skilled and competent carpenters to be responsive to emerging workforce
needs. Four courses within the program pertain specifically to initial construction safety which is
what local contractors have conveyed is their largest training burden for new unskilled
employees. If approved, this proposed CTS for a “Construction Helper” The median annual wage for
construction laborers and helpers was $30,190 in May 2014. (Bureau of Labor and Statistics) will help to
mitigate potential employee’s learning curves and have a positive impact on employer’s overall
bottom line making our graduates more attractive for immediate employment. This CTS will be
completed during the course of a certificate/degree within the program or can be taken separately
within one semester.
IV. ENDORSEMENTS AND APPROVALS
Requestor:
Signature _______________________ Date____________
Phone/ Email:
Program Chair:
Signature _______________________ Date____________
*Other Affected Programs:
Signature _______________________ Date____________
Signature _______________________ Date____________
Signature _______________________ Date____________
Dean:
Signature _______________________ Date____________
Provost’s Office:
Signature _______________________ Date____________
* Are affected because of: (a) required courses including prerequisites or corequisites, (b) perceived
overlap in content areas, or (c) cross-listing of coursework.
After the Faculty Senate approves the proposal on a consent agenda the Provost’s Office forwards the
item for Board of Regents approval at the next possible meeting.
V. TYPE OF LEVEL I PROPOSAL
Retitling existing majors, minors, options, or certificates
Eliminating existing majors, minors, or options. (submit with BOR program termination checklist)
Adding new minors or certificates where there is a major or an option in a major*
Campus Certificates: Adding, retitling, terminating or revising a certificate of 29 or fewer credits
Revising a program* (for minor modifications use the program modification form)
Distance or online delivery of previously authorized degree or certificate program
Adding option within an existing major or degree *
Consolidating existing programs and/or degrees *
Placing a program into moratorium
Withdrawing a program from moratorium
Adding BAS/AA/AS Area of Study
*Must submit with BOR Curriculum Proposal Form
IV. CATALOG LANGUAGE
Attach the current or proposed catalog language with any changes clearly identified.
Certificate of Technical Skills
Construction Laborer/Helper - 16cr
CSTN 120 - Carpentry Basics & Rough-In Framing – 5 Credits
Introduction to the carpentry trade, including history, career opportunities, and
requirements. The course covers building materials, fasteners, adhesives, hand tools, and power
tools. OSHA rules and regulations for a safe working place and procedures for compliance are
covered. This course includes a two-credit embedded lab.
CSTN 122 - Beginning Carpentry Lab – 5 Credits
Lab to support CSTN 102 and 120.
CSTN 171 - Site Preparation, Foundation installation, Concrete placement – 3 Credits
Introduces the process of distance measurement as well as differential and trigonometric leveling
for site layout. It covers the principles, equipment, and methods used to perform the site layout
tasks that require making angular measurements. This course is designed to also allow students
to apply blueprint reading skills as a practical exercise.
NRGY 191 – OSHA 30 Safety Certification – 3 Credits
This is a five day course held in the first week of the program. Students learn the basic safety
requirements on a construction site such as fall protection, personal protective equipment,
trenching and rigging.
III. JUSTIFICATION
Based on feedback from Construction companies in the local economy, we are proposing a Certificate of
Technical Skills as a Construction helper to be offered at the same time as current classes to those that are
looking for basic skills needed to be hired as a Construction laborer but have minimal to no experience in
construction. If approved, this proposed CTS for a “Construction Helper” The median annual wage for
will help to
mitigate potential employee’s learning curves and have a positive impact on employer’s overall
bottom line making our graduates more attractive for immediate employment. This CTS will be
completed during the course of a certificate/degree within the program or can be taken separately
within one semester.
construction laborers and helpers was $30,190 in May 2014. (Bureau of Labor and Statistics)
VI SUBMISSION
Submit the complete Level I proposal to the Provost’s Office for initial review. After all signatures have been
obtained, submit original, and an electronic file to the Faculty Senate Office, UH 221, camie.foos@mso.umt.edu
Level 1 proposals also require Board of Regents approval. The appropriate BOR forms must be
submitted with this form.