LBR 111                       ORIENTATION

This course is designed to provide the basics of safety required on the job site.  It will include Drug and Alcohol Awareness, Back Injury Prevention, a basic Math Review, Sun Sense and Basic Construction Rigging and Knot Tying.  The course will also provide training leading to certification in flagging.

Credit:  2 hours – One lecture and two lab hours per week.

Prerequisite(s):  Admission to Laborer’s Apprentice Program

 

LBR 112                       OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH

Occupational Safety and Health will familiarize the student with Act 29 CFR 1926, the OSHA standards for safety in construction.  This course will help the student analyze and defend against common causes of accidents and fatalities on the job.  Students practice application of standards. Students will also certify in CPR and first aid.

Credit:  1 hour - .5 lecture and one lab hour per week.

Prerequisite(s):  Admission to Laborer’s Apprentice Program

 

LBR 113                       MASON TENDING

In this course, the student will learn the practices and procedures of Mason Tending including erection, stocking techniques, mixing mortar and grout, and forklift operation.

Credit:  3 hours – Two lecture and two lab hours per week.

Prerequisite(s):  Admission to Laborer’s Apprentice Program

 

LBR 114                       CONCRETE PRACTICES AND PROCEDURES I

Students will explore concrete materials and mix proportions, tools and equipment used with concrete, various finishing techniques, curing and protection of concrete.

Credit:  3 hours – Two lecture and two lab hours per week.

Prerequisite(s):  Admission to Laborer’s Apprentice Program

 

LBR 115                       ASPHALT TECH AND CONSTRUCTION

This course will help students with the various aspects of asphalt technology, including manual application, paint striping operation and use of the carbide asphalt grinder.

Credit:  3 hours – Two lecture and two lab hours per week.

Prerequisite(s):  Admission to Laborer’s Apprentice Program and CPR/First Aid Certification

 

LBR 116                       APPRENTICESHIP I

This is the On-The-Job component of the Laborers’ Apprenticeship program.  Work related to the skills learned in the classroom – including mason tending, concrete procedures and asphalt use – will be performed under the supervision of a journeyman. 

Credit:  3 hours – Six lab hours per week.

Prerequisite(s):  Admission to Laborer’s Apprentice Program

 

LBR 124                       Concrete Practices and Procedures II

This course is a continuation of LBR 114.  Students will continue to explore concrete materials and mix proportions, tools and equipment used with concrete—including Bobcat, E-Z pavement breaker, the concrete saw and concrete vibrator – jointing, various finishing techniques, curing and protection of concrete.  Specifically, students will learn about concrete components and the hardening process, various materials and mix proportions, concrete control testing, placing slabs on grade.

Credit:  3 hours – Two lecture and two lab hours per week.

Prerequisite(s):  Admission to Laborer’s Apprentice Program

 

LBR 131                       PRINCIPLES OF PIPELAYING

This course will familiarize the student with the principles of laying pipe including gravity flow piping systems, use of batter boards, use of sewer lasers, utility lines and grads and a review of the metric system.

Credit:  3 hours – Two lecture and two lab hours per week.

Prerequisite(s):  Orientation to Laborer’s Craft-LBR 111, Occupational Safety and Health-LBR 112, Mason Tending-LBR 113, Concrete Practices and Procedures-LBR 114, Asphalt Technology and Construction-LBR 115, Apprenticeship I-LBR 116, and second year status in Laborer’s Apprenticeship program

 

LBR 133                       ASBESTOS ABATEMENT

Students will become proficient in asbestos abatement principles and practice as approved by Illinois Department of Public Health/EPA (accredited).

Credit:  3 hours – Two lecture and two lab hours per week.

Prerequisite(s):  Orientation to Laborer’s Craft-LBR 111, Occupational Safety and Health-LBR 112, Mason Tending-LBR 113, Concrete Practices and Procedures-LBR 114, Asphalt Technology and Construction-LBR 115, Apprenticeship I-LBR 116, and second year status in Laborer’s Apprenticeship program

 

LBR 136                       APPRENTICESHIP II

This is the On-The-Job component of the Laborers’ Apprenticeship program.  Work related to the skills learned in the classroom – including mason tending, concrete procedures asphalt use, asbestos abatement, pipelaying and blueprint reading – will be performed under the supervision of a journeyman.

Credit:  3 hours – Six lab hours per week.

Prerequisite(s):  Second year status in the Laborer’s Apprenticeship program

 

LBR 152                       BRIDGES

This course will familiarize the apprentice with the principles of bridge construction, renovation, and demolition as they apply to the Laborer Craft.

Credit:  3 hours – Two lecture and two lab hours per week.

Prerequisite(s):  Principles of Pipelaying-LBR 131, Asbestos Abatement-LBR 133, Apprenticeship II-LBR 136, and third year status in Laborer’s Apprenticeship program

 

LBR 153                       HAZARDOUS WASTE

This course consists of hazardous waste training for the Laborers’ Apprenticeship Program.  Students will learn to work safely with hazardous materials.

Credit:  4 hours – Two lecture and four lab hours per week.

Prerequisite(s):  Principles of Pipelaying-LBR 131, Asbestos Abatement-LBR 133, Apprenticeship II-LBR 136, and third year status in Laborer’s Apprenticeship program

 

LBR 154                       GRADE AND LINE CHECKING

The student will perform basic leveling operations necessary for line and grade checking of roadways and excavation projects.  Techniques taught will include taping, differential leveling, contour plans, plan reading, grade checking, staking, and laser levels. 

Credit:  3 hours – Three lecture hours per week.

Prerequisite(s):  Admission to Laborer’s Apprentice Program

 

LBR 155                       LANDSCAPING TECHNIQUES

This course is designed for students that need basic skills in Landscaping.  This course covers basic concepts of landscaping maintenance, lawn and ground covers, and the elements of pruning.

Credit:  1 hour – One lecture hour per week.

Prerequisite(s):  Admission to Laborer’s Apprentice Program

 

LBR 156                       APPRENTICESHIP III

This is the On-The-Job component of the Laborers’ Apprenticeship program.  Work related to the skills learned in the classroom – including mason tending, concrete procedures asphalt use, asbestos abatement, pipelaying, bridge construction, hazardous waste handling and blueprint reading – will be performed under the supervision of a journeyman.

Credit:  3 hours – Six lab hours per week.

Prerequisite(s):  Third year status in Laborer’s Apprenticeship program

 

LBR 250                       LABOR MANAGEMENT DEVELOPMENT

This course develops the skills needed to serve as foreman on construction jobs.  It includes leadership, motivation, documentation, safety, planning and control, communication and conflict resolution.

Credit:  3 hours – Three lecture hours per week.

Prerequisite(s):  Journeyman status

 

LBR 252                       SPECIAL PROJECT I

This course is designed by the student and supervisor to develop special skills and talents in the field of choice.

Credit:  3 hours – Three lecture hours per week.

Prerequisite(s):  Completion of trade certificate, recommendation of apprenticeship instructor, and consent of department chair.

 

LBR 253                       SPECIAL PROJECT II

This course is designed by the student, supervisor, and union leadership to develop special skills and talents in the field of choice.

Credit:  3 hours – Three lecture hours per week.

Prerequisite(s):  Completion of trade certificate, recommendation of apprenticeship instructor, and consent of department chair.