Carpentry - Introduction to Construction Methods

Learn how to construct walls, roof frames, and flooring systems with this free online construction carpentry course.

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In this free course, you will learn how to:

Identify the various types of construction drawings that make a drawing set
State the guidelines to read and interpret reading plans and drawings, blueprints, and specifications
List the various terms associated with floor systems, wall, ceiling and roof framing
Explain the different methods of framing and constructing houses made of wood
Describe the types of beams/girders and supports used in construction
Outline the sequence involved in constructing a platform floor assembly
Summarize the basic procedure for laying out, assembling, and erecting wood frame walls
Recognize the different types of roofs used in residential construction
Recall the length of a common rafter required to construct a roof

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