1. (a) Implementation.

   1. (1) The provisions of this section shall be implemented by school districts beginning with the 2017-2018 school year.
   2. (2) School districts shall implement the employability skills student expectations listed in §127.15(d)(1) of this chapter (relating to Career and Technical Education Employability Skills) as an integral part of this course.
2. (b) General requirements. This course is recommended for students in Grades 10-12. Recommended prerequisite: Principles of Architecture or Principles of Construction. Students shall be awarded two credits for successful completion of this course.

3. (c) Introduction.

   1. (1) Career and technical education instruction provides content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills for students to further their education and succeed in current or emerging professions.
   2. (2) The Architecture and Construction Career Cluster focuses on designing, planning, managing, building, and maintaining the built environment.
   3. (3) In Building Maintenance Technology I, students will gain knowledge and skills needed to enter the field of building maintenance as a building maintenance technician or supervisor or secure a foundation for a postsecondary degree in construction management, architecture, or engineering. Students will acquire knowledge and skills in plumbing; electrical; and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. Additionally, students will learn methods for repair and installation of drywall, roof, and insulation systems.
   4. (4) Students are encouraged to participate in extended learning experiences such as career and technical student organizations and other organizations that foster leadership and career development in the profession such as student chapters of related professional associations.
   5. (5) Statements that contain the word "including" reference content that must be mastered, while those containing the phrase "such as" are intended as possible illustrative examples.

4. (d) Knowledge and skills.

   1. (1) The student demonstrates knowledge of basic worksite safety regulations and safety guidelines such as in electrical work and carpentry. The student is expected to:

      1. (A) demonstrate safe working procedures during building maintenance and repair;
      2. (B) explain the purpose of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and how to promote safety on a worksite;
      3. (C) identify worksite hazards and how to avoid or minimize them on a worksite;
      4. (D) explain safety obligations of workers, supervisors, and managers to ensure a safe worksite;
      5. (E) discuss the causes, effects, impacts, and costs of accidents;
      6. (F) define safe work procedures for working with hazardous chemicals;
      7. (G) define proper use of personal protective equipment; and
      8. (H) identify potential construction hazards, including hazardous material exposures, welding, cutting hazards, and confined spaces.

   2. (2) The student interprets various types of working drawings as they pertain to commercial construction and becomes familiar with all aspects of commercial construction documents, including architectural, engineering, and shop drawings. The student is expected to:

      1. (A) describe the types of drawings usually included in a set of plans and list the information found on each type;
      2. (B) identify the different types of lines used on blueprint drawings;
      3. (C) identify selected electrical, mechanical, and plumbing symbols commonly used on plans;
      4. (D) identify selected architectural symbols commonly used to present materials on plans;
      5. (E) identify selected abbreviations commonly used on plans;
      6. (F) read and interpret plans, elevations, schedules, sections, and details contained in basic construction drawings;
      7. (G) describe the purpose of written specifications;
      8. (H) identify and describe the parts of a specification; and
      9. (I) demonstrate how to perform a quantity takeoff for materials.

   3. (3) The student demonstrates how to use hand tools that are commonly used in the worksite such as hammers, saws, levels, pullers, and clamps. The student is expected to:

      1. (A) explain and demonstrate the specific applications and uses of hand tools; and
      2. (B) identify the important safety and maintenance requirements for hand tools.

   4. (4) The student demonstrates how to use power tools that are commonly used in the worksite such as drills, grinders, saws, and sanders. The student is expect to:

      1. (A) explain and demonstrate appropriately the specific applications and uses of power tools; and
      2. (B) identify the important safety and maintenance requirements for power tools.

   5. (5) The student demonstrates how to use the latest technologies such as computer numeric control (CNC) machinery and plasma machinery. The student is expected to:

      1. (A) identify the important safety issues of the latest technologies; and
      2. (B) identify the important maintenance issues of the latest technologies.

   6. (6) The student selects and installs various types of insulation in walls, floors, and attics and becomes familiar with the uses and installation practices for vapor barriers and waterproofing materials. The student is expected to:

      1. (A) demonstrate how to properly remove, replace, and install various types of insulation, including batt, rigid, and blown materials; and
      2. (B) demonstrate how to use and install various vapor barriers and waterproofing materials.

   7. (7) The student installs various exterior siding materials, including wood, metal, vinyl, and cement board siding. The student is expected to:

      1. (A) demonstrate the proper methods to install exterior finish materials, including wood, metal, vinyl, and cement board siding;
      2. (B) identify various fasteners used to install siding, including nails, screws, and adhesives;
      3. (C) describe the types and applications of stucco and masonry veneer finishes; and
      4. (D) install three types of siding commonly used in the local area.

   8. (8) The student gains knowledge of the types and grades of framing materials and the process for installation of metal framing for interior walls, exterior nonbearing walls, and partitions. The student is expected to:

      1. (A) identify and use a system to install a frame wall or partition;
      2. (B) identify the fastening methods used for frame systems; and
      3. (C) identify methods used to secure steel frame systems to supporting structures.

   9. (9) The student knows various types of gypsum drywall and their uses and the fastening devices and methods used to install them. The student is expected to:

      1. (A) identify the different types of drywall and their uses;
      2. (B) select the type and thickness of drywall required for specific installations;
      3. (C) explain the fastener schedules for different types of drywall installations;
      4. (D) perform single-layer and multi-layer drywall installations using different types of fastening systems, including nails, drywall screws, and adhesives;
      5. (E) install gypsum drywall on steel studs; and
      6. (F) estimate material quantities for a drywall installation.

   10. (10) The student knows the materials, tools, and methods used to finish and patch gypsum drywall. The student is expected to:

       1. (A) describe the differences among the six levels of finish established by industry standards and distinguish a finish level by observation;
       2. (B) identify the hand tools used in drywall finishing and demonstrate the ability to use these tools;
       3. (C) identify the automatic tools used in drywall finishing;
       4. (D) identify the materials used in drywall finishing and describe the purpose and use of each type of material, including compounds, joint reinforcing tapes, trim materials, and textures and coatings;
       5. (E) finish drywall using hand tools;
       6. (F) recognize various types of problems that occur in drywall finishes;
       7. (G) identify the causes and correct method for solving each type of problem that occurs in drywall finishes; and
       8. (H) patch damaged drywall.

   11. (11) The student installs metal doors and related hardware in steel-framed, wood-framed, and masonry walls. The student is expected to:

       1. (A) identify various types of door jambs and frames and demonstrate the installation procedures for placing selected door jambs and frames in different types of interior partitions;
       2. (B) identify types of interior doors;
       3. (C) identify different types of interior door hardware and demonstrate the installation procedures for selected types;
       4. (D) list and identify specific items included on a typical door schedule; and
       5. (E) demonstrate the procedures for placing and hanging a selected door.

   12. (12) The student gains knowledge of the materials, layouts, and installations of various types of suspended ceilings used in commercial construction as well as ceiling tiles, drywall suspension systems, and pan-type ceilings. The student is expected to:

       1. (A) establish a level line;
       2. (B) explain the common terms related to sound waves and acoustical ceiling materials;
       3. (C) identify the different types of suspended ceilings;
       4. (D) interpret plans related to ceiling layout for a suspended ceiling;
       5. (E) sketch the ceiling layout for a suspended ceiling; and
       6. (F) install selected suspended ceilings.

   13. (13) The student knows the various types of trim used in finish work and the proper methods for selecting, cutting, and fastening trim. The student is expected to:

       1. (A) identify the different types of standard moldings and describe their uses;
       2. (B) make square and miter cuts using a miter box or power miter saw;
       3. (C) make coped joint cuts using a coping saw; and
       4. (D) select and use fasteners to install trim, including door trim, window trim, base trim, and ceiling trim.

   14. (14) The student selects and installs base and wall cabinets and countertops. The student is expected to:

       1. (A) describe the classes and sizes of typical base and wall cabinets;
       2. (B) identify cabinet components and hardware and describe their purposes;
       3. (C) lay out factory-made cabinets, countertops, and backsplashes; and
       4. (D) install plastic laminate on a countertop core.

   15. (15) The student selects and installs various types of floor coverings, including carpet, vinyl tile, ceramic tile, and wood flooring systems. The student is expected to:

       1. (A) describe the methods used to install ceramic tile, carpet, and vinyl tile;
       2. (B) make repairs to ceramic tile, carpet, and vinyl tile; and
       3. (C) use and maintain the tools used for the installation and repair of floor systems, including wet saw, trowels, and carpet knives.

Source Note:The provisions of this §127.96 adopted to be effective August 1, 2025, 50 TexReg 4421.