Floor Framing
Starting with floor framing and using the platform method, carpenters place sills and check the foundation to make sure it’s level. Students see how girders and joists are installed and how spacing marks are made and transferred. Construction terms are used throughout as specific steps are demonstrated.
Wall Framing
This program explains wall framing, with detailed information on chalking; cutting the stock plate; laying out the walls; cutting the lumber to size; preassembling the wall components; assembling, raising, bracing, and plumbing the walls; and nailing the cap plates.
Ceiling Framing
Ceiling framing and roof framing follow the same pattern. Taking students through the construction process and providing clear instructions and demonstrating each step.
Roof Framing
Roof framing follows the same pattern. Taking students through the construction process and providing clear instructions and demonstrating each step.
This time lapse video shows our carpentry students constructing an e-joist sub-floor in one day. Wesbeam, assisted with the supply of material for our students so they were able to gain hands-on experience in using engineered wood products.
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