Structures:
Types and Terminology
Understanding And Defining The Structural Elements In Building Construction
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1 hour 9 Minutes
Module 1. What Goes Into Building Construction. Terminology & Abbreviations
1 hour 14 Minutes
Module 2. Foundations Types and Building Methods
1 hour 14 Minutes
Module 3. Floor Systems and Construction Techniques
1 hour 15 Minutes
Module 4. Wall Systems and Uses
1 hour 12 Minutes
Module 5. Roof System Construction Methods
1 hour 19 Minutes
Module 6. Design Considerations - Setbacks, Building Sizes, Corners, Shapes, etc.
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Structures - Types and Terminology
Course Contents
Available On-Demand for Instant Access!!!
Module 1. What Goes Into Building Construction. Terminology & Abbreviations
Module 2. Foundations Types and Building Methods
Module 3. Floor Systems and Construction Techniques
Module 4. Wall Systems and Uses
Module 5. Roof System Construction Methods
Module 6. Design Considerations - Setbacks, Building Sizes, Corners, Shapes, etc.
Overview:
The Structures - Types and Terminology course is for those in the residential remodeling and home building industry that want to better understand the many options available when creating building plans. We'll go through many different examples of building methods and why specific methods get specified.
Course Goals:
This course is for those tasked with drawing construction plans and who lack the experience and/or education necessary to determine what structural methods should be used in a building project. The goal is to help you understand the options available that allow you to be better at making the correct choices for your projects. It will also help you understand the terminology used in construction to communicate better with this in the field.
(Note: This course will not be a replacement for the Uniform Building Code or your engineer. It's up to you to specify the correct information)
What's Included in This Course:
- Access to an online portal where you can access the course materials and recordings.
- The PDF book US Residential Construction Details.
- The recordings will get edited and posted online after each session
- Time for Q&A will be allowed in each session.
Course Contents
Available On-Demand for Instant Access!!!
Module 1. What Goes Into Building Construction. Terminology & Abbreviations
What is the process used in specifying how a building gets constructed? What to look for in existing buildings. We'll also discuss key terminology and abbreviations used in the industry.
Module 2. Foundations Types and Building Methods
We'll discuss many popular foundation types and methods used around the US and details unique to differing situations.
Module 3. Floor Systems and Construction Techniques
What are some of the different floor systems, including standard lumber, "I" Joists, and floor trusses? We'll review beam types, blocking methods, metal hangers, and other requirements specific to floor systems.
Module 4. Wall Systems and Uses
What types of wall systems are available include standard framed walls, ICF, Sips, and metal studs. And other wall construction elements to consider for your projects.
Module 5. Roof System Construction Methods
Roof systems, including standard framed roof systems and roof trusses. We'll look at various methods and the reasoning some use one method over another.
Module 6. Design Considerations - Setbacks, Building Sizes, Corners, Shapes, etc.
This discussion will include items that are not necessarily structural-related but need to get addressed with certain types of building projects.
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Understanding And Defining The Structural Elements In Building Construction
What you'll get:
- Six, 90-Minute on-demand sessions.
- Access to an online portal where you can access the course materials and recordings.
- The PDF book US Residential Construction Details.
- Recordings from three Q&A Zoom Sessions
