CAT 1826 NCCER Roofing Level 1B
Orientation to the roofing trade, introduction to steep-slope roofing, low-slope roofing, substrates, sheet metal, and rigging. Based on NCCER (National Center for Construction Education and Research) core curriculum. One classroom, two lab hours per week.
Division: Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
Department: Construction Management Technology
Repeatable Credit: No
Offered Online: No
Prereqs: NONE Approval of Department
Outcomes
- Learn steep-slope roof systems, roofing styles and types, common types of decks and underlayments. Learn the purpose and types of flashings.
- Learn concepts of low-slope roof systems and their design, components, and installation. Learn common types of roof decks, insulation, and cover boards. Learn attachment methods and types of flashings.
- Learn common types of roof decks and insulation and related considerations. Learn basic principles of heat transfer, vapor movement, and deck movement and how roofs are designed to accommodate them.
- Learn the properties of different types of metal that impact the way sheet metal is used in construction. Learn the tools used to measure, layout, and install sheet metal components in roof systems.
- Learn basic rigging and safety practices related to rigging activities. Learn the use and inspection of equipment and hardware used in rigging. Understand how to apply common hitches, jacks, and hoisting materials.
Credit Hours: 2
Classroom Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2