Residential Construction Literacy

Course curriculum

1. How to use this course
2. Before we begin...
3. Test your learning
1. The Importance of House Construction Literacy
2. Understanding the Basics of House Construction
1. Preparation
2. Establish Your Objectives
1. Household Dwelling
2. Sleeping Areas and Restrooms
3. Common Areas
4. Storage
5. Exterior Area
6. Accessibility
7. Flexibility
8. Safety
9. Energy-efficient
10. Smart Home Technology
11. Community
1. Blueprints
2. Floorplans
3. Elevations
4. Sections
5. Details
6. Site Plan
7. MEP Plans
8. Foundation Plans
9. Roof Plans
10. Schedules
11. Notes and Specifications
1. Overview of Residential Structures
2. Single Family Home
3. Multi-Family Homes
4. Custom Homes
1. Understanding Residential Interior Demolition
2. PLANNING
3. SAFETY
4. DISCONNECT UTILITIES
5. REMOVE FIXTURES AND APPLIANCES
6. DEMOLISH WALLS
7. FLOOR AND CEILING REMOVAL 1 & 2
8. DEBRIS REMOVAL
9. CLEAN-UP
10. INSPECTION
11. RESIDENTIAL DEMOLITION CHECKLIST
12. Quiz
1. FRAMING WALLS
2. STUDS
3. HEADERS
4. CRIPPLES
5. SHEATHING
6. TRIMMERS/JACK STUDS
7. SILL PLATE
8. CORNER POSTS
9. GUIDELINE FOR WALL FRAMING
1. Wall Framing
2. Roof Framing
3. Foundation Construction
1. Plumbing Systems
2. Electrical Systems
3. Heating and Cooling Systems

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