04-Residential Framing

Overview

Residential Framing develops the skills required to construct the structural framework of a house. Beginning with foundation layout verification, learners progress through floor framing, wall framing, roof framing, stair construction, structural repairs, and a complete capstone framing project. Each chapter centers on a real construction task performed using professional methods and residential building standards.

Table of Contents

1. Chapter 1: Verify Foundation Readiness and Lay Out Framing Lines
2. Chapter 2: Install Floor Girders and Beams
3. Chapter 3: Install Floor Joists and Rim Joists
4. Chapter 4: Install Floor Blocking and Bridging
5. Chapter 5: Install Subfloor Sheathing
6. Chapter 6: Frame Interior Partition Wall
7. Chapter 7: Frame Exterior Wall Section
8. Chapter 8: Frame Corners and Intersecting Walls
9. Chapter 9: Frame Door and Window Rough Openings
10. Chapter 10: Install Structural Headers
11. Chapter 11: Raise, Plumb, Brace, and Align Walls
12. Chapter 12: Install Wall Sheathing and Connectors
13. Chapter 13: Frame Ceiling Joists
14. Chapter 14: Frame Gable Roof with Rafters
15. Chapter 15: Install Roof Trusses
16. Chapter 16: Install Roof Sheathing
17. Chapter 17: Frame Stair Opening and Landing
18. Chapter 18: Build and Install Stair Stringers
19. Chapter 19: Repair Damaged Residential Framing
20. Chapter 20: Capstone — Frame a Small Residential Shed Structure

Learning Outcomes

• Lay out residential framing accurately from completed foundations.
• Construct floor framing systems using accepted building practices.
• Frame interior and exterior walls with properly sized openings.
• Install structural headers, wall sheathing, and framing connectors.
• Build ceiling, roof, and stair framing assemblies.
• Repair damaged framing safely and correctly.
• Complete a fully framed small residential structure from foundation to roof.