Outcomes
In order to successfully complete this course, the student will:
1. Identify the components of a wall and ceiling layout.
2. Describe the procedure for laying out a wood frame wall, including plates, corner posts, door and window openings, partition T’s, bracing, and firestops.
3. Describe the correct procedure for assembling and erecting an exterior wall.
4. Describe the common materials and methods used for installing sheathing on walls.
5. Lay out, assemble, erect, and brace exterior walls for a frame building.
6. Describe wall framing techniques used in masonry construction.
7. Explain the use of metal studs in wall framing.
8. Describe the correct procedure for laying out ceiling joists.
9. Cut and install ceiling joists on a wood frame building.
10. Estimate the materials required to frame walls and ceilings.
11. Identify various types of fixed, sliding, and swinging windows.
12. Identify the parts of a window installation.
13. State the requirements for a proper window installation.
14. Install a pre-hung window.
15. Identify the common types of exterior doors and explain how they are constructed.
16. Identify the parts of a door installation.
17. Identify the types of thresholds used with exterior doors.
18. Install a pre-hung exterior door.
19. Identify the various types of locksets used on exterior doors and explain how they are installed.
20. Install a lockset.
21. Identify the components of a steel framing system.
22. Identify and select the tools and fasteners used in a steel framing system.
23. Identify applications for steel framing systems.
24. Demonstrate the ability to build back-to-back, box, and L-headers.
25. Describe how to lay out and install a steel stud structural wall with openings to include bracing and blocking.
26. Describe how to lay out and install a steel stud non-structural wall with openings to include bracing and blocking.
Contact on-campus instructor for required textbook.
Student is expected to furnish basic carpentry hand tools:
1 Safety Glasses
2 Tool Belt/Suspenders/Nail Bag
3 Tool Box
4 Hammer (Straight Claw)
5 25' Tape Measure
6 Utility Knife
7 Utility Pry Bar
8 Chisel Assortment
9 48" Level
10 Combination Square
11 Framing Square
12 Screwdriver Assortment
13 Nail Set
14 Chalk Line
15 Pliers
16 Coping Saw
During this course, the student should expect to be exposed to various tools, materials, substances, and liquids that are used in the construction industry. These products may be hazardous if handled improperly. The student is required to follow established safety procedures and to consult Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) when necessary. The student must contact the instructor for guidance before using unknown materials or tools in class or on the work site. The student is required to possess basic personal safety equipment including eye and hearing protection and to wear shirts, long pants, supporting/protective footwear, and other clothing necessary to work safely at a construction shop/worksite. Failure to come to class prepared or failing to follow safe work procedures may result in summary dismissal from class.