Study of the principles of design and construction of a conventional roof system incorporating gable, hip, and intersections. Emphasis on safe work practices and the selection, use and maintenance of tools and equipment. Department approval recommended.

Students learn about

• Types of roofs
• Parts of the roof
• Layout terms, principles and practice
• Plans, measurements and materials
• Roofing materials
• Gable and hip roof construction

and get hands-on practice in

• Layout of common, hip, valley and the various jack rafters
• How to use the rafter square, speed square and the hand- held calculator

Student Provided Tools (see the instructor’s syllabus for the exact list)

• Hammer (16 oz or heavier)
• Speed square
• Tape measure (preferably longer than 16 feet, with a 1” wide blade and stud marks)
• Nail apron or tool belt
• 3 ring binder for handouts, notepaper and pencils
• Hand-held calculator if you have one

Prerequisite: CNBT 1411 Construction Methods and Materials

Course syllabus is available on the current semester schedule page

Roofing handout (PDF)

Laying out rafters (large PDF)