Quick Links
David A. Cain, Ph.D.
Residential Faculty - Construction Mgt/Trades
Applied Sciences and Technology
Office: TC 50 - Room: 119
480-461-7377 (alt)
928-310-4522 (mobile)
Office Hours
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM | 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
Online | Online | |||
| By appointment | By appointment | By appointment | By appointment |
Best method to meet either in person or virtually
If you would like to meet , send me an email or Txt in advance @ david.cain@mesacc.edu
Please remember to send your contact information:
1) Name
2) Phone #-
3) MEID # and
4) SIS # (student I.D. # 9 digits number back of card
Thank you
Profile
Mesa Community College logo David A. Cain, Ph.D. Mesa Community College MARICOPA COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT Program Director Construction Management/Trades and Architecture Residential Faculty | Applied Sciences and Technology Building TC-50 - Office #114 1833 West Southern Avenue, Mesa AZ 85202 Email: david.cain@mesacc.edu O:480-461-7377 M: 928-310-4522 F: 480-461-7309
Classes Taught
Fall 2024
| CON132 | Construction: Electrical Systems | 9 Credits | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
An overview of electricity related to residential, commercial, and aspects of industrial applications. Introduction to reading and interpreting construction drawings and wiring diagrams and tools specific to the electrical trade. Use of appropriate wire sizes and material to install electrical distribution systems, raceways, and terminations. A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites or Corequisites: [(CON103 or CON271) and (CON102 or (CON102AA, CON102AB, and CON102AC))], or permission of Instructor. |
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
33812 |
Dobson Campus |
In Person
Lecture/Lab
|
08/20/2024 – 12/13/2024 |
- |
- |
Class Started |
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Notes: Students may contact instructors at: david.cain@mesacc.edu or james.kitchell@mesacc.edu |
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Book Information | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CON220 | Statics Application for Construction | 3 Credits | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Emphasis on response of bodies to the action of forces. Elementary analytical and practical approach to the principles and physical concepts of statics. Focus on mastery of basic principles of trigonometry, application of vectors and forces, and moments, with analysis of basic structures and structural components, and statics application to construction. Prerequisites: None. |
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
15595 |
Live Online |
Live Online
Lecture
|
08/22/2024 – 12/13/2024 |
Th |
1:00 PM – 3:30 PM |
Closed |
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Notes: Live Online classes have sessions that meet online on specific days and times. Attendance in these sessions will be at the discretion of the instructor, and additional work will be required on the student’s own time. Access to a computer or mobile device with Internet connection is required.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Book Information | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CON262 | Introduction International Residential Code (IRC) | 3 Credits | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Covers International Residential Code for various trades, including building, mechanical, plumbing and electric, for one and two family residential construction. Preparation for voluntary certification (IRC building inspection). Prerequisites: None. |
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
15106 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
|
08/19/2024 – 12/13/2024 |
Closed |
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Book Information | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
15025 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
|
08/19/2024 – 12/13/2024 |
Closed |
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Book Information | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CON273 | Electrical Construction Fundamentals | 3 Credits | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
General knowledge of electrical work related to construction management, administration, and technical aspects of the construction industry. Covers circuits and machinery, power transmission, and electrical distribution with emphasis on secondary distribution systems as well as measurement and instrumentation, Ohm's Law, low voltage, high voltage, temporary power, generators, service, systems, circuits, motors, transformers, electrical installations, codes, cogeneration, energy conservation, estimating, safety and related blueprint readings. Prerequisites: None. |
||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
15023 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
|
08/19/2024 – 12/13/2024 |
Closed |
||
|
Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
||||||
| Book Information | ||||||
16337 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
|
08/19/2024 – 12/13/2024 |
Class Started |
||
|
Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
||||||
| Book Information | ||||||
Spring 2025
| CON170 | Construction Trades: H.V.A.C.r | 9 Credits | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Introduction to major components and functions of residential heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (H.V.A.C.r) systems, including heat flow and basic electrical concepts. Introduction to installation of residential heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (H.V.A.C.r) systems. Includes startup and verification of proper equipment operation. Includes installations, diagnostics, preventative and predictive maintenance, and customer service. Introduction to troubleshooting the components of residential heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (H.V.A.C.r) systems to ensure proper equipment operation. Examines federal laws, standards, and procedures for the preparation to complete the certification for the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SECTION 608. A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites or Corequisites: [(CON103 or CON271) and (CON102 or (CON102AA, CON102AB, and CON102AC))], or permission of Instructor. |
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
32940 |
Dobson Campus |
Hybrid
Lecture/Lab
|
01/14/2025 – 05/09/2025 |
- |
- |
Open 11 of 12 |
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session.
Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CON220 | Statics Application for Construction | 3 Credits | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Emphasis on response of bodies to the action of forces. Elementary analytical and practical approach to the principles and physical concepts of statics. Focus on mastery of basic principles of trigonometry, application of vectors and forces, and moments, with analysis of basic structures and structural components, and statics application to construction. Prerequisites: None. |
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
28728 |
Dobson Campus TBA |
Hybrid
Lecture
|
01/14/2025 – 05/09/2025 |
- |
- |
Open 5 of 25 |
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CON232 | Construction: Advanced Electrical | 9 Credits | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Overview of residential, commercial, and industrial electrical advanced applications and components such as power distribution and transmission, motors and motor controls, and wiring applications. Includes testing and troubleshooting methods for electrical systems. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CON132, or (CON132AA, CON132AB, and CON132AC), or permission of Instructor. |
||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
31910 |
Dobson Campus TBA |
In Person
Lecture/Lab
|
01/14/2025 – 05/09/2025 |
TuWeTh |
4:25 PM – 7:00 PM |
Open 7 of 12 |
| CON262 | Introduction International Residential Code (IRC) | 3 Credits | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Covers International Residential Code for various trades, including building, mechanical, plumbing and electric, for one and two family residential construction. Preparation for voluntary certification (IRC building inspection). Prerequisites: None. |
||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
27510 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
|
01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025 |
Closed |
||
|
Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
||||||
27847 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
|
01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025 |
Open 1 of 25 |
||
|
Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
||||||
| CON273 | Electrical Construction Fundamentals | 3 Credits | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
General knowledge of electrical work related to construction management, administration, and technical aspects of the construction industry. Covers circuits and machinery, power transmission, and electrical distribution with emphasis on secondary distribution systems as well as measurement and instrumentation, Ohm's Law, low voltage, high voltage, temporary power, generators, service, systems, circuits, motors, transformers, electrical installations, codes, cogeneration, energy conservation, estimating, safety and related blueprint readings. Prerequisites: None. |
||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
27513 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
|
01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025 |
Open 1 of 30 |
||
|
Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
||||||
MCC directories are not to be used for commercial or political solicitation of college employees by mail, email or telephone. MCC treats all student information as confidential.