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Lesson 5-1 Construction Technology Foundations of Technology
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To familiarize students with construction technology and how cultural norms, environmental conditions, and the requirements of enterprises and institutions might affect the design of structures. Objective
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Construction is the systematic process of erecting structures to meet human needs and desires. Construction
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Buildings (commercial and residential) Industrial and heavy engineering structures Airports Canals Highways Bridges Power transmission lines Hydroelectric dams Types of structures
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Must be safe Must meet the needs of the entity that builds them Must be durable Must hold up to environmental conditions Requirements of Structures
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A cultural norm is how different cultures, each with their own beliefs, values, traditions, and habits, live their daily life. Cultural norms effect local construction needs. Example: People in New York City typically live in high rise apartments, while people in Clarksville typically live in single-family homes. Example: Places of worship look different in the US than they do in India or Iraq. Cultural Norms
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Structures require maintenance, alteration, or renovation periodically to keep them in good working order. Structures
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The major processes and procedures to create buildings are: Preparing the site Setting foundations Building the framework Enclosing the structure Installing utilities Finishing the exterior Completing the site Procedures
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You will research and develop a multimedia presentation on construction- the systematic process of building structures to meet human needs and desires. Assignment
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