Year
Year 1
Semester
Second Semester
Credit
3
Program Description
Foundational principles of framing, load-bearing structures, and blueprint reading for carpentry.
About this course
PLMB 1400 Structural Carpentry Basics covers the essential skills needed to frame residential and light commercial structures. You will learn how to read blueprints, identify load-bearing elements, and assemble framing systems that meet provincial building codes. The course combines classroom theory with hands-on shop work in the Tamarack Building.
Who takes this course
Credits: 3 · Hours: 45
Prerequisites
Learning outcomes
- Read and interpret construction blueprints and technical drawings for framing layouts.
- Identify load-bearing walls and calculate structural loads for residential projects.
- Cut and assemble wall frames, floor systems, and roof trusses according to code.
- Apply building code standards to structural carpentry assembly and inspection.
Evaluation
| Component | Weight (%) |
| Practical framing assessment | 40 |
| Blueprint reading quiz | 20 |
| Mid-term written exam | 20 |
| Safety and code compliance report | 20 |