Montana State University - Billings
College of Technology
Construction Technology – Carpentry
Course Syllabus 2008
Course Number:
Course Title:
Instructor:
Office Number:
Phone:
CARP 130-001
Exterior Finishing, Stair Construction and Metal Stud Framing
Mr. Starns
247-3064
Office Hours: or by appointment
email:
Meeting Time:
Meeting Place:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Room A110
12:40 p.m. – 2:50 pm
Course Description: Introduces students to materials and methods for exterior finishing, roofing
applications, thermal and moisture protection, stair construction and framing
with metal studs. Students will apply exterior siding, fascia and soffit
material; install insulation and thermal barrier; layout and build a simple stair
system; layout and build a metal stud wall with door and window openings.
FINAL EXAM:
Wednesday, April 30th
12:00 noon – 2:00 p.m.
The dates of assignments and final exams are subject to change.
Semester Credits:
4
Contact Hours per Semester:
Lecture Hours per Week:
Lab Hours per Week
3
3
Prerequisites:
TRID 110, TRID 112 and CARP 120 or instructor’s approval.
Required Text:
NCCER Trainee Guide - Carpentry Level One and Carpentry Level Two
Required Tools:
SAFETY GLASSES for the lab setting and See “Carpentry Tool List”
Relationship to the Program: This course is from the Carpentry Level Three of the National Center
for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) program.
Student Performance Outcomes:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Upon completion of this course the student will be able to:
Install exterior siding, fascia and soffit material.
Install roof drip cap, felt, shingles and roof vents.
Install insulation and vapor barriers.
Layout, install and finish a simple stair system.
Build and install metal stud walls
This workforce solution was funded by a grant awarded under the President’s Community-Based Job Training Grants as implemented by the U.S.
Department of Labor’s Employment and Training Administration. The solution was created by the grantee and does not necessarily reflect the official
position of the U.S. Department of Labor. The Department of Labor makes no guarantees, warranties, or assurances of any kind, express or implied, with
respect to such information, including any information on linked sites and including, but not limited to, accuracy of the information or its completeness,
timeliness, usefulness, adequacy, continued availability, or ownership. This solution is copyrighted by the institution that created it. Internal use by an
organization and/or personal use by an individual for non-commercial purposes is permissible. All other uses require the prior authorization of the
copyright owner.
Student Performance Assessment Methods and Grading Procedures:
Grading Scale:
100 - 97 =
89 - 87 =
79 - 77 =
Below 70%
A+
B+
C+
=
96 - 94 =
86 – 84 =
76 – 74 =
93 – 90 =
83 – 80 =
73 – 70 =
ABC-
F
Grade Breakdown:
Attendance
Quizzes/Review Questions
Module Tests
Lab Proficiencies/Work
Final Exam
***
A
B
C
50%
10%
15%
15%
10%
No late assignments will be accepted.
Students have one week to make up any missed quizzes or exams.
The instructor reserves the right to alter the grading policies.
Special Note: Students are required to pass with a grade of 70% or better to advance in the program.
Course Outline:
I.
Exterior Finishing (Module 27204-07)
A. Describe the purpose of wall insulation and flashing.
B. Demonstrate lap and panel siding estimating methods.
C. Install selected types of wood, vinyl and/or metal siding.
D. Describe the types and applications of stucco and masonry veneer finishes.
E. Describe the types and applications of special exterior finish systems.
II.
Roofing Applications (Module 27202-07)
A. Identify materials and methods used in roofing.
B. Explain safety procedures and/or requirements for roof work.
C. Install or describe the installation of fiberglass shingles on gable and hip roofs.
D. Complete the proper cuts and install ridge caps using fiberglass shingles.
E. Install or describe the installation of wood shingles and shakes on a roof.
F. Complete the cuts and install the main & hip ridge caps using wood shakes/shingles
G. Demonstrate and/or describe the techniques for installing other selected types of roofing
materials.
III.
Thermal and Moisture Protection (Module 27203-07)
A. Describe the characteristics of the various types of insulation materials.
B. Calculate the required amounts of insulation for a structure.
C. Demonstrate and/or describe the installation of selected insulation materials.
D. Describe the requirements for moisture control and ventilation.
E. Install and/or describe the installation of selected vapor barriers.
This workforce solution was funded by a grant awarded under the President’s Community-Based Job Training Grants as implemented by the U.S.
Department of Labor’s Employment and Training Administration. The solution was created by the grantee and does not necessarily reflect the official
position of the U.S. Department of Labor. The Department of Labor makes no guarantees, warranties, or assurances of any kind, express or implied, with
respect to such information, including any information on linked sites and including, but not limited to, accuracy of the information or its completeness,
timeliness, usefulness, adequacy, continued availability, or ownership. This solution is copyrighted by the institution that created it. Internal use by an
organization and/or personal use by an individual for non-commercial purposes is permissible. All other uses require the prior authorization of the
copyright owner.
IV.
Stairs (Module 27110-06)
A. Identify the various types of stairs.
B. Interpret construction drawings of stairs.
C. Explain the various terms and definitions relating to stairs.
D. Layout and cut stringers.
E. Determine the number and sizes of risers and treads required for a stairway.
F. Build a small stair unit.
V.
Cold-Formed Steel Framing (Module 27205-07)
A. Identify the components of a metal stud system.
B. Identify and select the tools and fasteners used in a metal stud system.
C. Identify applications for metal stud systems.
D. Layout and install a metal stud wall with openings.
E. Layout a metal door frame.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Safety and Security Considerations:
Doors leading to the COT are open Monday through Friday 6 a.m. until 10:30 p.m. This welllit area is equipped with tables and vending machines. It is a great place for study groups.
Restrooms adjacent to the café’ are open during these hours.
Classroom Behavior:
Instructors have the responsibility to set and maintain standards of appropriate classroom
behavior. Students may not engage in any activity which the instructor deems disruptive or
counterproductive to the goals of the class. Cell phones and other electronic equipment can be
a nuisance and are not to be used in the classroom, lab or at the job site. The instructor has the
right to remove offending students from the class and repetition of the offense may result in
expulsion from the course.
Academic Honesty:
Cheating, plagiarism, and other acts of academic dishonesty are regarded as serious offenses.
Instructors have the responsibility to submit, in a written report to the Associate Vice President
of Student Life, any such incident that cannot be resolved between the instructor and student.
Depending on the nature of the offense, serious penalties may be imposed, ranging from loss of
points to expulsion from the class or college. Student rights and responsibilities can be located
in the MSU-Billings Student Handbook.
Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act
In accordance with the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act of 1989, the unlawful
possession, use, or distribution of alcohol and illicit drugs by Montana State University Billings
employees and its students on institutional property or at any of its activities is prohibited.
This workforce solution was funded by a grant awarded under the President’s Community-Based Job Training Grants as implemented by the U.S.
Department of Labor’s Employment and Training Administration. The solution was created by the grantee and does not necessarily reflect the official
position of the U.S. Department of Labor. The Department of Labor makes no guarantees, warranties, or assurances of any kind, express or implied, with
respect to such information, including any information on linked sites and including, but not limited to, accuracy of the information or its completeness,
timeliness, usefulness, adequacy, continued availability, or ownership. This solution is copyrighted by the institution that created it. Internal use by an
organization and/or personal use by an individual for non-commercial purposes is permissible. All other uses require the prior authorization of the
copyright owner.
Disability Support Services
Students with disabilities, whether physical, learning or psychological, who believe that they
may need accommodations in this class are encouraged to contact Disability Support Services
as soon as possible to ensure that such accommodations are implemented in a timely fashion.
Please meet with DSS to verify your eligibility for any classroom accommodations and for
academic assistance related to your disability. Disability Support Services is located in the
Academic Support Center. COT, 247-3029 (voice/tty/video phone) 8:30 am – 3:00 pm. The
DSS contact person at the College of Technology is Kelley Williford, room A071.
.
Academic Support Center
Free tutoring services for students are available in the Academic Support Center at the COT,
A035, Monday – Thursday, 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Friday, 8 a.m. – 5p.m. The Academic Support
Center on the main campus is open from 8 a.m. – 7 p.m. Monday – Thursday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Friday and 9 a.m. – 12 noon on Saturday. Tutors specialize in math, writing, reading, anatomy
and physiology, and other specialty areas for specific majors.
See http://www.msubilling.edu/asc for more information or call 247-3022 (COT) or 657-1641
(main campus).
Equal Opportunity
It is the policy of MSU-Billings to provide equal educational opportunity and employment
opportunities and to provide service benefits to all students and employees without regard to
race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability or any other status or characteristic
protected by applicable state of federal law.
Affirmative Action
Inquires regarding application of these and other regulations should be directed to either the
College’s Affirmative Action Office, Montana Office of Civil Rights, Montana Department of
Education, Helena, Montana: or to the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs,
Department of Labor, Dallas, Texas
This workforce solution was funded by a grant awarded under the President’s Community-Based Job Training Grants as implemented by the U.S.
Department of Labor’s Employment and Training Administration. The solution was created by the grantee and does not necessarily reflect the official
position of the U.S. Department of Labor. The Department of Labor makes no guarantees, warranties, or assurances of any kind, express or implied, with
respect to such information, including any information on linked sites and including, but not limited to, accuracy of the information or its completeness,
timeliness, usefulness, adequacy, continued availability, or ownership. This solution is copyrighted by the institution that created it. Internal use by an
organization and/or personal use by an individual for non-commercial purposes is permissible. All other uses require the prior authorization of the
copyright owner.