TEACH Course and Resource Description


1	Wall Framing			Updated	9/14/2021
2	This course will identify wall framing parts and describe the use of these components to include rough opening parts for windows and doors. Different methods of corner and T-wall connections will be explained. The concept of layout will be covered as well as details on sheathing and blocking. Activities are included in this course to complement these lessons for students to practice framing walls including plate layout.
3	Course Learning Objectives:
4	1 - Identify wall framing parts and describe their purpose in a wall panel
5	2 - Describe different types of headers and materials they are made of
6	3 - Explain different methods of corner and T wall connections and the pros and cons of each
7	4 - Demonstrate 24”, 16”, and 12” O.C. layouts on plates
8	5 - Describe different types of blocking and their purpose in wall frame in relation to wall strength, fire control, material support and wall to wall connections
9	6 - Frame a wall panel to include a double top plate, studs on layout, and a door and window rough opening per a set of instructions
10	TEACH Resource/Type	Notes	Topics Covered
11	Heading
12	Resource Name
13	Wall framing elements Lesson-Presentation	Video - 11:25 Slide Count - 27	This lesson covers the parts of a typical wall frame to include: Plates Studs Door rough opening parts Window rough opening parts Common layout spacings
14	Wall Framing Elements quiz	13 Questions	Quiz to test knowledge of the parts of a framed wall panel to include common layouts and parts used to make a rough opening
15	Wall Connections	Video - 13:39 Slide Count - 32	This lesson parts and methods used to connect walls with: Corner connections T wall Connections Energy-efficient framing options Nailing considerations for future materials
16	Blocking	Video - 15 Slide Count - 11:15	This lesson covers blocking and how it can be used for: Strengthening a wall Preventing the spread of fire Edge support for sheathing materials Support for other materials
17	Wall Connections and Blocking Quiz	10 Questions	Quiz to test knowledge of wall blocking and wall to wall connections
18	Stud layout	Video - 6:41 Slide Count - 13	This lesson covers stud layout and its importance in wall panel construction and materials that will be added to the wall in later construction phases. 24", 16", and 12" O.C. layouts. Placement of full studs Placement of partial studs in rough openings
19	Plate layout	Video 1 - 8:01 Video 2 - 16:30 Slide Count - 18	This lesson takes information learned from stud layout and uses it to show layout measurements and marks on plates to frame walls. Layout concepts, tape measure, and speed square skills used are demonstrated
20	Stud and plate layout quiz	5 Questions	Quiz to test knowledge of stud layout concepts
21	Precut studs	Video - 3:57 Slide Count - 15	This video explains the purpose of precut stud lengths that are used to build 8 foot, 9 foot, and 10 foot walls
22	Headers	Video - 11:55 Slide Count - 24	This lesson covers headers to include, Common materials used for headers Different placement of headers in the wall Sandwich, single ply, box, and insulated header types
23	Headers quiz	6 Questions	Quiz to test knowledge of header materials, types, and concepts
24	Sheathing	Video - 15:14 Slide Count - 29	This lesson covers aspects of exterior wall sheathing: OSB and plywood Fastener types and placement Vertical and horizontal orientation Zip system sheathing
25	Sheathing quiz	12 Questions	Quiz to test knowledge of sheathing materials, fasteners, and concepts
26	Wall framing vocabulary		Terms related to wall framing
27	Plate layout skills exercise	60 min	This skills exercise gives practice in making layout measurements and marks on a 2x4 for various standard stud spacings
28	Wall framing skills exercise	180 min	This skills exercise uses a basic set of plans to produce a wall panel with a rough opening
29	Compressors	Video - 14:22 Slide Count - 32	This lesson covers the basics of compressors. Parts and features Types of portable compressors Settings and maintenance procedures Safety information regarding storage and use
30	Compressor vocabulary		Terms related to compressors
31	Air nailers pt 1	Video - 9:32 Slide Count - 20	This lesson covers the basics of air nailers. Parts, features and settings Types of nailers Oiling a nailer
32	Air nailers pt 2	Video - 11:58 Slide Count - 18	This lesson covers the basics of using air nailers. Setup of the gun and compressor Loading nails in the magazine Nailer safety and use
33	Air nailer vocabulary		Terms related to air nailers
34	Compressors quiz	11 Questions	Quiz to test knowledge of features, parts, safety, and use of compressors
35	Nailers quiz	11 Questions	Quiz to test knowledge of features, parts, safety, and use of pneumatic nailers
36	Competency Crosswalking:
37	Building Credentials Competencies
38	WF.1 - Identify various materials used in wall framing and describe their purpose
39		WF.1.K1 - Be able to identify common materials used in wall framing to include: standard lumber, engineered lumber,OSB and plywood used in the framing process
40		WF.1.K2 - Be able to identify common tools, materials, and the process used in metal stud wall framing
41		WF.1.K3 - Describe specific tools used in the framing process
42	WF.2 - Demonstrate knowledge of standard parts and processes used when framing walls
43		WF.2.K1 – Be able to identify the parts of a wall frame and their purpose to include common studs and end studs, blocking, and plates
44		WF.2.K2 - Describe components used to make a rough opening for a door and window to include jack and king studs, headers, cripples, and a sill
45	WF.3 - Demonstrate knowledge of materials and proper methods of wall to wall connections
46		WF.3.K1 - Describe proper connections at corners and T intersections to include traditional and more energy efficient options
47	WF.4 - Demonstrate the ability to construct, erect, and brace wall panels with standard stud layouts and rough openings
48		WF.4.K1 - Describe standard stud layout patterns used when wall framing to include 12", 16", and 24" O.C.
49		WF.4.S1 - Measure and mark standard stud layout patterns including 12", 16", and 24" O.C. and placement of rough openings and related framing parts
50		WF.4.S2 - Demonstrate the ability to construct a basic wall panel with plates and studs
51		WF.4.S3 - Demonstrate the ability to construct a wall panel/s with door and window rough openings
52		WF.4.S4 - Demonstrate the ability to erect, brace, and connect wall panels at corners and T intersections
53		WF.4.S5 - Demonstrate the methods of plumb, level, and square when constructing and connecting wall panels
54		WF.4.S6 - Describe the common methods for installing sheathing on walls
55	WF.6 - Describe the purpose and practice of energy efficient framing when compared to traditional framing methods
56	WF.7 - Demonstrate the ability to estimate materials required to frame a wall
57	NCCER Modules
58	Module Six (27111-13) describes the procedures for laying out and framing walls, including roughing-in door and window openings, constructing corners and partition Ts, bracing walls, and applying sheathing. The mod- ule also includes estimating materials required to frame walls.
59	Learning Objective 1 • Identify the components of a wall system. a.Identify methods used to construct corner posts. b.Describe how to frame partition intersections. c. Explain the purpose of headers and describe how they are constructed. d.Describe how metal-framed walls are constructed. Learning Objective 2 • Describe the procedure for laying out a wood frame wall, including plates, corner posts, door and window openings, partition Ts, bracing, and fire-stops. a.Describe how to properly lay out a wood frame wall. b.Explain how to lay out wall openings. Learning Objective 3 • Describe the correct procedure to assemble, erect, and brace exterior walls for a frame building. a.List the steps involved in assembling a wall. b.Identify where fire stops are to be installed and explain how they are installed. c. List the four steps involved in erecting a wall.Performance Tasks Performance Task 1 (Learning Objective 2) • Lay out a wood frame wall, including plates, corner posts, door and window openings, partition Ts, bracing, and fire-stops. Performance Task 2 (Learning Objective 3) • Assemble and erect a wood frame wall, including plates, corner posts, door and window openings, partition Ts, bracing, and fire-stops. Performance Task 3 (Learning Objective 3) • Correctly install sheathing on a wall.