CPT 127B - Commercial Floor Framing

Credits: 1.5

Description
This course covers floor joist construction and the various installation techniques used within the commercial industry. Students will interpret floor plans for job planning, interpretation of the applicable floor joist system and to calculate material take offs.

Student Learning Outcomes

Identify floor elements, hardware, terms and building codes used in commercial construction.
Interpret prints and plan views to find dimensions, identify materials for job planning and construction.
Calculate dimensions and create cut lists; verify angle layouts.
Accurately measure and cut materials to various lengths for required floor members, wall plates and sheathing.
Assemble and install floor members and sheathing panels to complete various projects according to plan.

Prerequisite: None