CON 135 - Advanced Roof Framing And Exterior Finishes

Institution:

Southern Maine Community College

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Description:

This course takes an in depth look at advanced roof framing and exterior finishes currently practiced in residential construction. Students will calculate, layout and install hip and valley rafters. The design and installation of trusses, construction of dormers, roofs with unequal pitches, cornice design and fabrication, roof ventilation, roof flashing, and various roofing materials and their installation will also be covered. Exterior finishes include preparing exterior walls for window, door and corner trim, proper layout of a story pole for installation of siding, and installing a variety of siding types. Students will prepare, prime and paint finish coat on all trim work. Prerequisites: CON 115, CON 125. Co requisite: CON 145.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.smccME.edu

Phone Number:

(207) 741-5500

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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