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Common Course Outline

Course discipline/number/title CR 1627: Roofing Systems

Catalog Description

Credits 2
Hours/Week 4 (4 lab)
Prerequisites (Course discipline/number) None
Other requirements None
MnTC Goals (if any) NA

Course Description

This course is a study of installation of roofing products. A variety of roof construction, framing and finishes are discussed. Sheathing, roof edge, underlayment, valley tin, flashing and asphalt shingles are installed.

Date Last Revised (Month, year)

February, 2025

Outline of Major Content Areas

  1. Roofing Tools and Equipment
  2. Roof Covering Products
  3. Underlayment and Flashing
  4. Asphalt Shingles
  5. Hips and Valleys
  6. Roof Edging
  7. Fasteners
  8. Ventilation

Learning Outcomes (General)

The student will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate safe use of tools and equipment.
  2. Demonstrate general carpentry skills.
  3. Describe various roof covering products.
  4. Install underlayment, roof edge and flashing.
  5. Cut and install asphalt shingles.
  6. Install roof vents.

Learning Outcomes (MnTC)

NA

Methods for Evaluation of Student Learning

Methods may include but are not limited to:

RCTC Core Outcome(s)

This course contributes to meeting the following RCTC Core Outcome(s):

Critical Thinking
Students will think systematically and explore information thoroughly before accepting or formulating a position or conclusion.

Special Information (if any)

None