CARPT 201 Floor Systems

This course is an introduction to the variety of floor types: requirements, assembly, and the advantages and disadvantages of each. Practical applications include the installation and finishing of hardwood floors, laminate/engineered floors and tile.

Credits

5

Distribution

Career Training

Offered

Summer

Notes

Web-enhanced

Outcomes

1. Build post to beam connections using various methods
2. Define subflooring
3. Differentiate between solid wood joists and engineered I-joists
4. List and define the different supports, hangers, and hardware used in wooden floor systems
5. Perform proper nailing procedures
6. Size floor joists using span tables out of Carpentry work book

Field Based Experience

0