Title: Lay out roof framing detail on the double-top plate.
Course: Carpentry II (17003-II) > Section: Framing a Roof

Laying out should include determining the correct types of rafters, pitch, overhang, and spacing, according to blueprints.

Process/Skill Questions:

- Which set of plans identifies roof framing detail on the double-top plate?
- How do region and climate affect spacing and sizing?
- What types of fasteners can be used to complete this procedure?

NCCER Carpentry Standards

Level One, Module Seven (27112-13): Ceiling and Roof Framing

Module Seven (27112-13) provides an overview of ceiling and roof framing, including the components of ceiling and roof framing, the different types of roofs used in residential construction, and the use of trusses in basic roof framing. The methods for laying out rafters, erecting a gable roof, framing a basic gable end wall, and installing roof sheathing are introduced. It also provides instruction on how to estimate the amount of materials needed for a material takeoff for a roof.