Roofing and Siding

Course Number:
CT 230
Transcript Title:
Roofing and Siding
Created:
Apr 28, 2023
Updated:
Apr 28, 2023
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
Prerequisites

MTH 98 or placement into MTH 65; placement into IRW 115 or WR 115

Course Outcomes

Introduces the techniques for installing both metal and architectural asphalt roofing. Explores lap, sheet and single shingle siding options. Prerequisites: MTH 98 or placement into MTH 65; placement into IRW 115 or WR 115. Audit Available.

Suggested Outcome Assessment Strategies

The determination of assessment strategies is generally left to the discretion of the instructor. Here are some strategies that you might consider when designing your course: writings (journals, self-reflections, pre writing exercises, essays), quizzes, tests, midterm and final exams, group projects, presentations (in person, videos, etc), self-assessments, experimentations, lab reports, peer critiques, responses (to texts, podcasts, videos, films, etc), student generated questions, Escape Room, interviews, and/or portfolios.

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: Demonstrate safe practices associated with Construction industry.

  • Cleanliness of work area
  • Recognizing margins for specific tool safety – Red Zone
    • Saws
    • Drills
    • Hand tools
  • Maintaining tools in proper working condition
  • Safety rules of thumb:
    • Don’t force tools to do something they are not meant to do
    • Be present when using tools
    • Stay alert to what is going on around you

Outcome #2: Identify appropriate materials for a roof or siding project.

  • Siding material types
  • Roofing material types
  • Fastening systems for siding and roofing
  • Manufacturers and mill requirements
  • Building codes

Outcome #3: Calculate and explain roofing and siding bids.

  • Square footage calculation
  • Board footage calculation
  • Blueprint and specification reading
  • Communicate effectively

Outcome #4: Demonstrate roofing and siding envelopes for waterproofing.

  • Sheathing and building paper
  • Waterproofing options (peel ‘n stick flashing, roof sealants, waterproof siding)
  • Application methods

Outcome #5: Inspect and identify potential leak issues.

  • Inspection techniques (water meter, crawl spaces, signs of mold)
  • Leak tests
  • Repair options

Suggested Texts and Materials

Modern Carpentry, 12th Edition, Wagner, Smith