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  • Introduction to Wood and Light Frame Construction

    Credit: 4 PDH

    PDH Course Description:

    This chapter describes the uses, kinds, sizes, grades, and other classifications of wood as they apply to light frame building construction; the various structural members and their functions; and the different types of finishing hardwares and fasteners used.

    Topics:

    • Wall, Roof, Flooring, Sill Framing
    • Common wood types and grades
    • Nominal and dressed sizes of wood
    • Ceiling and Wall Covering
    • Gutters and Downspouts
    • Flashing, Plywood, Laminates
    • Subflooring, Bridging, Partitions, Bracing, Headers
    • Rafter Layout, Truss Design, Sheathing, and Roof Coverings
    • Interior and Exterior millwork
    • Insulation and Vapor Barriers
    • Door and Window Types
    • Hardware and Fasteners
    • Siding and Boxing

    To take this course:

    1.) Enroll in Course: Click below to enroll:
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    2.) Study: Once enrolled, click below to begin the course:

    Download the Study Guide

    3.) Test: Once you've thoroughly read the course materials, please click below to take the final examination.

    Take the final exam

    4.) Certificate: A passing grade of 70% or higher on the exam, is required to receive the certificate of completion for this PDH course.
         NOTE: After the exam is completed, you will need to return to this page, in order to print (download) the certificate of completion.

    Print the Certificate of Completion

    Intended Audience: geotechnical, civil, environmental, hydraulic, construction engineers.
    Publication Source: US Navy (NAVFAC)

    Donald Parnell, PE

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