Roof Framing
- Course Number:
- CT 106
- Transcript Title:
- Roof Framing
- Created:
- Aug 09, 2022
- Updated:
- Aug 17, 2022
- Total Credits:
- 3
- Lecture Hours:
- 0
- Lecture / Lab Hours:
- 60
- Lab Hours:
- 0
- Satisfies Cultural Literacy requirement:
- No
- Satisfies General Education requirement:
- No
- Grading Options
- A-F, P/NP, Audit
- Default Grading Options
- A-F
- Repeats available for credit:
- 0
Course Description
Introduces the theory and practice of roof framing. Includes calculations to determine rafter lengths for slopes and spans. Addresses erecting and installing trusses and techniques for rafter installation. Prerequisites: MTH 98 or placement into MTH 65; placement into IRW 115 or WR 115. Audit Available.
Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Apply math formulas to calculate rafter layouts.
- Classify and describe various roof types.
- Follow local building codes for roof construction.
- Analyze and build a functioning structural roof system.
- Describe the framing methods for different types of roofs.
Suggested Outcome Assessment Strategies
Outcomes are assessed through a combination of hands-on and written assessments. Priority is given to hands-on proficiency based assessment in an environment that requires demonstration of skills necessary for success in industry.
Course Activities and Design
The determination of teaching strategies used in the delivery of outcomes is generally left to the discretion of the instructor. Here are some strategies that you might consider when designing your course: lecture, small group/forum discussion, flipped classroom, dyads, oral presentation, role play, simulation scenarios, group projects, service learning projects, hands-on lab, peer review/workshops, cooperative learning (jigsaw, fishbowl), inquiry based instruction, differentiated instruction (learning centers), graphic organizers, etc.
Course Content
Outcome #1: Apply math formulas to calculate truss construction.
- Understand the purpose of roof trusses.
- Identify common truss parts, including plates and connectors
- Calculate truss load based on number of members and nodes
- Create a scale model of a truss pattern
- Describe installation of trusses
Outcome #2: Classify and describe various roof types.
- Identify and apply elements of gable roof
- Identify and apply elements of hip roof
- Identify and apply elements of an intersecting roof
- Identify and apply elements of a truss roof
Outcome #3: Follow local building codes for roof construction.
- Identify appropriate codes that apply to roof construction
- Read and interpret codes
- Follow and apply code standards
Outcome #4: Analyze and build a functioning structural roof system.
- Determine which roof type is right for the project – Pros and cons
- Apply principles of roof layout
- Determine roof pitch and unit rise
- Identify span and run
Outcome #5: Describe the framing methods for different types of roofs.
- Consider load issues with flat roofs
- Identify angles used for upper roof surfaces and lower roof surfaces
- Recognize special framing problems that may occur, and identify possible solutions
Suggested Texts and Materials
Modern Carpentry, 12th Edition, Wagner, Smith