Title: Construct the unfinished stair unit.
Course: Carpentry II (17003-II) > Section: Constructing and Installing Straight (i.e., Basic) Stairs

Construction should include

- selecting the proper materials and fasteners
- assembling stair components for the unfinished stair unit, according to specifications.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What are the various fasteners that should be used when constructing the stair unit?
- What other steps can be taken to ensure solid construction?

NCCER Carpentry Standards

Level One, Module Nine (27110-13): Basic Stair Layout

Module Nine (27110-13) introduces the various types of stairs and the common building code requirements related to stairs. The module focuses on the techniques for measuring and calculating rise, run, and stairwell openings; laying out stringers; and fabricating basic stairways.