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SOUTHWESTERN MICHIGAN COLLEGE DIVISION OF ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIES Dowagiac, Michigan COURSE SYLLABUS Fall Semester/Session 2010

COURSE NO.: CONS125 COURSE TITLE: Framing SECTION NO.: 2101

DAYS AND TIMES: Thursday, 12:00-2:20

CREDITS/CONTACTS: Credit Hours: 2 Lecture hours/weekly: 2 (Room 523, Kairis) Laboratory hours/weekly: 0 Weekly Contact Hours: 2

FINAL EXAM Refer to the Final Exam Schedule posted on SMC Wired for time and INFORMATION: location of final exam.

INSTRUCTOR: Eric Kovalak Office: 514 Kairis Phone Number: 269-783-2966 Email: [email protected]

OFFICE Monday – Thursday 8:00-11:00 or by appointment HOURS:

PREREQUISITE: Minimum grade of C in CONS 110, concurrent enrollment allowed; and READ 100 or satisfactory test score, concurrent enrollment allowed.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course will introduce students to framing methods utilized in the construction of a residential building. Students will learn to build different flooring systems, cut rafters, layout a stairway and build headers. Students will develop functional understanding of live and dead loads.

COURSE OUTCOMES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

 Demonstrate an understanding of live and dead loads and how to identify load bearing walls.  Build a beam  Layout floor joists, ceiling joists, and trusses  Build interior and exterior walls and recognize their various components  Install sub flooring and roof sheeting  Layout and build a stairway

TEXTBOOK: REQUIRED: Text: Wagner/Smith. Modern Carpentry Essential Skills for Building Trades. 11th Edition. Goodheart-Willcox Workbook: Wagner/Smith. Modern Carpentry Essential skills for Building Trades. 11th Edition. Goodheart-Willcox OPTIONAL: n/a ADDITIONAL REQUIRED CONS Voucher RESOURCES: Approved safety glasses and ear protection METHOD OF INSTRUCTION: A combination of lectures, slide presentations, reading, and class discussion will be used.

EVALUATION METHOD: The final grade for this course will be based on the following: Tests 15% Assignments 40% Attendance/engagement/punctuality 15% Final Exam 30% Total 100%

GRADING SCALE: The following grading scale will be in effect for this course:

A 4.00 90-100%

A- 3.67 86.8-89.9%

B+ 3.33 83.4-86.7%

B 3.00 80-83.3%

B- 2.67 76.8-79.9%

C+ 2.33 73.4-76.7%

C 2.00 70-73.3%

C- 1.67 66.8-69.9%

D+ 1.33 63.4-66.7%

D 1.00 60-63.3%

D- 0.67 56.8-59.9%

F 0.00 0-56.7%

ATTENDANCE POLICY: Attendance will be recorded for each class period as per college policy. Your attendance and participation grade will be reduced by 1% for each class hour missed exceeding 3 class hour absences for any reason. There will be no distinction made between excused or unexcused absences. Regular attendance is crucial to successful completion of this course.

TESTING POLICY: All tests/quizzes will normally be announced at least five calendar days prior to their administration. You are expected to be present in class to take all tests/quizzes as scheduled.

ABSENCE FROM A SCHEDULED QUIZ/EXAM: If a test/quiz is missed, it is the student’s responsibility to make up the missed test/quiz. Failure to do so will result in failing grade for that test/quiz. NOTICE: Representative student work will be used as a part of SMC’s on-going curriculum assessment program.

OTHER COURSE QUESTIONS/HELP: Any questions or problems that arise should be EXPECTATIONS: discussed with the instructor as soon as possible.

LATE ASSIGNMENTS: Late Assignments will receive a maximum of 50% credit. The lowest assignment/lab grade will be dropped at the end of the semester. Assignments may be turned in early.

SAFETY AND EQUIPMENT 1. Approved safety glasses. REQUIREMENTS FOR CLASS: 2. Approved ear protection. 3. Clothing should be appropriate for working conditions and weather. 4. Leather shoes or work boots. 5. Provided tools and work aprons will be needed each day.

Upon entry to the construction work area, all students should note the location of safety items such as fire extinguishers and is aware of the location of the nearest exits. No operation of power tools should be performed unless every care has been taken to ensure a safe and clean work area for yourself and others.

All students will be required to sit through a safety orientation before being allowed to participate in construction activities. Upon completion of the orientation, students will sign a checklist signifying that they have received and understand the safety requirements for the class.

ACCEPTABLE USE OF All phones, iPods, Black Berries, palm pilots, pagers, laptops and other PERSONAL technological devices including devices capable of taking photographs must COMMUNICATION be turned off or placed on vibrate mode and may not be brought our during TECHNOLOGY: class. If you are expecting or receiving an urgent call, you are required to leave the classroom before answering. Violation of this policy will result in your removal from the classroom for the class period. Multiple violations of this policy will be referred to the appropriate dean for disciplinary action. Further details or ramifications of violations maybe found elsewhere in this syllabus. The instructor has the right to modify this policy to meet the needs of your course.

HONESTY POLICY: Cheating or plagiarizing will absolutely not be tolerated at Southwestern Michigan College. Any student found cheating or plagiarizing material in any manner may be assigned a failing semester/session grade in this course. A second such incident while at SMC could result in suspension or expulsion from the institution. A student found in violation of this section of the syllabus will not be allowed to drop this course. Additional detail regarding cheating and/or plagiarism may be found elsewhere in this syllabus. For more detailed information consult the SMC Student Code of Conduct.

NOTICE: Information in this syllabus was, to the best knowledge of the instructor, considered correct and complete when distributed for use at the beginning of the semester. The instructor, however, reserves the right, acting within the policies and procedures of Southwestern Michigan College, to make changes in course content or instructional techniques. COURSE OUTLINE WEEK SUBJECT DETAILS 1 & 2 Chapter 8 of Modern Carpentry  Explain the difference between platform framing Floor Framing and balloon framing  Identify the main parts of platform framing  Learn how to calculate the load on girders and beams used in residential framing  Demonstrate how to lay out and install sill plates on a foundation wall  Describe how layouts are marked on a header joist to locate the position of floor joist  Explain the correct procedure to follow when assembling a floor framing  Identify the parts of a floor truss  Describe the materials used for subflooring  Understand the technical vocabulary used in residential framing as it refers to floor framing  Test on how to estimate the materials needed for a specific floor framing job 3 & 4 Chapter 9 of Modern Carpentry  Identify the various components of wall and ceiling Wall and Ceiling Framing framing  Explain different methods of forming the outside corners and partition intersections of wall frames  Demonstrate how rough openings are read and handled in wall construction  Explain plate and stud layout for walls and ceilings  List the various materials used for wall sheeting along with their advantages and disadvantages  Demonstrate the process of ceiling framing construction  Understand the technical vocabulary used in residential framing as it refers to wall and ceiling framing  Test on how to estimate the materials needed for wall framing, ceiling framing and sheathing 5 & 6 Chapter 10 of Modern Carpentry  List and describe the various types of roofs Roof Framing  Identify the parts of a common rafter  Explain what common, hip, valley and jack rafters are  Define the terms slope and pitch  Demonstrate how to use a framing square, speed square and rafter tables  Demonstrate how to lay out various types of rafters  Describe the layout and erection of a gable roof  Explain the design and erection of trusses  Describe the procedure for sheathing a roof  Understand the technical vocabulary used in residential framing as it refers to roof framing  Test on how to estimate the materials needed for a specific roof system 7 & 8 Chapter 11 of Modern Carpentry  List the advantages and disadvantages of steel Framing with Steel framing  Describe the fastening methods used with steel framing components  Explain how wood and steel structural components are combined in floor framing  Explain construction of walls using metal studs  Explain the use of a jig for fabricating steel roof trusses on the jobsite  Describe the safety precautions that must be used when working with steel framing components  Understand the technical vocabulary used in residential framing as it refers to framing with steel 9 & 10 Chapter 12 of Modern Carpentry  List the covering materials commonly used for Roofing Materials and Methods sloping roofs  Define roofing terms  Describe how to prepare the roof deck  Describe reroofing procedures for both asphalt and wood shingles  Demonstrate correct nailing patters for various types of roofing materials  Select appropriate roofing materials for various slopes and conditions  Describe the application procedure for a built-up roof  Explain how various roofing products are applied  Explain the proper positioning of gutters  Understand the technical vocabulary used in residential framing as it refers to roofing materials  Test on how to estimate materials needed for a specific roofing job 11 Chapter 13 of Modern Carpentry  Discuss the standards for window and door Windows and Exterior Doors fabrication  Identify the various types of windows  Calculate required rough openings for windows and doors  Interpret a window schedule  Explain how window frames are adjusted for wall thickness  Demonstrate procedures for installing a standard window  Describe the procedures for installing a replacement window  Prepare a rough opening for installation of a door frame  Describe the proper procedure for installing sliding glass doors  Explain the correct construction of garage door frames  Describe the procedure for installing a bow or box bay window unit  Understand the technical vocabulary used in residential framing as it refers to windows and exterior doors 13 Chapter 18 of Modern Carpentry  Identify the various types of stairs Stair Construction  Define basic stair parts and terms  Calculate the rise-run ratio, number and size of risers and stairwell length  Prepare sketches of the different types of stringers  Lay out stringers for a given stair rise and run  List prefabricated stair parts that are commonly available  Understand the technical vocabulary used in residential framing as it refers to stair construction 14 Review for Final Exam  Review for Final Exam 15 Final Exam  Final Exam COURSE ASSIGNMENTS

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SAFETY RULES Southwestern Michigan College Construction Trades

1. Know where safety equipment is located.

2. Notify instructor of any injuries - immediately.

3. Notify instructor of any equipment damage – immediately.

4. Never use a new piece of equipment without instruction.

5. Never repair a piece of equipment without instruction.

6. If you are unsure about an assigned project or use of equipment – ask instructor.

7. Check equipment condition before use, and make sure working environment is safe.

8. Always wear appropriate clothing and shoes suitable for the work to be done.

9. Safety glasses must be worn whenever you are using any power tools.

10. Always wear hearing protection when operating power saws and nail guns.

11. Always make sure equipment is disconnected from electrical power and put away after use.

12. Always use the proper tool for the proper job.

13. Never point nail guns toward anyone and make sure nailing area is clear of impediments.

14. Make sure all area are clear when placing and using ladders.

15. Always clean up your work area when you are done. SAFETY ORIENTATION AND CLASS ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS Southwestern Michigan College Construction Trades

CONS 125, FALL 2010

I HAVE RECEIVED THE SAFETY ORIENTATION AND THE CLASS ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS.

I UNDERSTAND AND AGREE TO FOLLOW THESE REQUIREMENTS.

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