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2021 - 2022 Cowley College Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

CST3242 ROOFING AND FRAMING COURSE PROCEDURE

CST 3242 ROOFING AND FRAMING 

3 Credit Hours

Student Level:  

This course is open to students on the college level in either the freshman or sophomore year and to area high school vocational students.

Catalog Description: 

CST3242 - Roofing and Framing (3 hrs.) 

Students will be introduced to framing techniques used in construction of roofs. Subjects covered in course will be introduction, building materials, fasteners, adhesives, proper use of tools, readying plans and elevation, types of framing, layout, assembling frames and other hands on activities.

Course Classification: 

Lecture/Lab

Prerequisites: 

None

Controlling Purpose: 

This course is designed to help the student increase their knowledge regarding fundamentals of industrial related construction techniques for framing, tools used, terminology, materials, reading prints and construction practices.

Learner Outcomes: 

  • Knowledge of terminology and it meaning as related to construction industry.  

  • Be able apply basic OSHA guidelines for compliance.  

  • Solve basic problems, apply basic technical knowledge, exhibit teamwork, preform basic mathematics, and apply critical thinking. 

  • Apply safety principles in a work environment to minimize hazards and prevent losses to productivity.  

  • Demonstrate basic proficiency in reading and understanding technical documents and blueprints.

Unit Outcomes for Criterion Based Evaluation: 

The following outline defines the minimum core content not including the final examination period. Instructors may add other material as time allows.

UNIT 1: Introduction to Basic Framing 

Outcomes: Upon completion of this unit, the students will be able to describe and explain and preform the basic framing techniques.

  • Identify the different types of framing systems. 

  • Demonstrate a knowledge of, define and use of proper related terminology. 

  • Identify basic tools used in roofing and framing, including framing square, speed square and calculator in laying out a roof. 

  • Demonstrate a knowledge of reading and interpreting prints and drawings and an understanding of each specification. 

  • Demonstrate a knowledge of procedures used for layouts of different roof framing systems. 

  • Identify and use the methods used in calculating the length of rafters.

UNIT 2: Roofing and Framing Systems

Outcomes: Upon completion of this unit, the students will be able to apply basic techniques use in framing and roofing.  

  • Demonstrate knowledge of construction drawing and blueprint symbols, terms, abbreviations and components as it relates to roofing systems. 

  • Identify the different types of roof framing systems. 

  • Identify selected electrical, mechanical, and plumbing symbols used on plans as it relates to roofing systems.  

  • Explain and calculate roof load and the use of span data, girder/beam size, rafters, types of joints, size of joints, types of gables and hip used in roofs. 

  • List and explain different types of roofing materials. 

  • Frame a gable roof with vent openings.  

  • Explain and demonstrate a roof frame opening. 

  • Demonstrate the ability to; layout and construct a roof assembly. 

  • Erect a gable roof using trusses. 

  • Estimate the materials used in framing and sheathing a roof.

Projects Required: 

as assigned.

Textbook: 

Contact Bookstore for current textbook.

Attendance Policy: 

Students should adhere to the attendance policy outlined by the instructor in the course syllabus.

Grading Policy: 

The grading policy will be outlined by the instructor in the course syllabus.

Maximum class size: 

Based on classroom occupancy.

Course Time Frame: 

The U.S. Department of Education, Higher Learning Commission and the Kansas Board of Regents define credit hour and have specific regulations that the college must follow when developing, teaching and assessing the educational aspects of the college.  A credit hour is an amount of work represented in intended learning outcomes and verified by evidence of student achievement that is an institutionally-established equivalency that reasonably approximates not less than one hour of classroom or direct faculty instruction and a minimum of two hours of out-of-class student work for approximately fifteen weeks for one semester hour of credit or an equivalent amount of work over a different amount of time.  The number of semester hours of credit allowed for each distance education or blended hybrid courses shall be assigned by the college based on the amount of time needed to achieve the same course outcomes in a purely face-to-face format.

Refer to the following policies:

402.00 Academic Code of Conduct 

263.00 Student Appeal of Course Grades 

403.00 Student Code of Conduct 

Disability Services Program:   

Cowley College, in recognition of state and federal laws, will accommodate a student with a documented disability.  If a student has a disability which may impact work in this class which requires accommodations, contact the Disability Services Coordinator.   

DISCLAIMER: THIS INFORMATION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. FOR THE OFFICIAL COURSE PROCEDURE CONTACT ACADEMIC AFFAIRS.