Module Details

Module Code: CRAF6009
Title: Carpentry - Roofs of Unequal Pitch
Long Title: Carpentry - Roofs of Unequal Pitch and the Parapet Wall
NFQ Level: Fundamental
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2015/16 ( September 2015 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 2150 - Craft
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: This module intoduces students to different roof situations creating different pitches and how a roof is finished into a parapet wall.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Recognise the factors associated with the setting out and marking of roofs of varying pitches.
LO2 Set out and cut a roof of varying pitches while maintaining a common soffit size.
LO3 Cut and fix wall plates and rafters for the roof and parapet wall intersection to include a gutter.
LO4 Reproduce best practice in the fixing of wall plates of different heights and a Flying Hip rafter.
LO5 Explain the key principles involved in best practice of Parapet Wall construction at the intersection of the wall and roof.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
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Co-requisite Modules
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Requirements

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Indicative Content
Workshop Practice
Safe practice in the design and making of roofs with different pitches while maintaining a constant soffit size and constructing the intersection of a roof with a parapet wall to an appropriate scale.
Construction
Cut and construct a roof of varying pitches using CNC to produce wall plate and repeating common rafters where appropriate. Highlight the various factors associated with roof coverings and the materials used in parapet wall guttering.
Materials
Natural softwood PAO, manufactured boards.
Design
Scale drawing developed using geometric principles to include hip rafters, jack rafters wall plates.
Skills
Determination of bevels and lengths, cutting to bevels and lengths, fixing, nailing roof components.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 40
Timing Week 7 Learning Outcomes 1,2,4
Assessment Description
To develop and make a roof containing unequal pitches and a flying rafter, to a level above industry standard.
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 60
Timing Week 13 Learning Outcomes 2,3,4,5
Assessment Description
Design comprehensively, cut and make a contemporary pitched roof ending in a parapet wall on one side, demonstrating the key construction details of the guttering at the junction between the parapet wall and the pitched roof, giving a clear breakdown of the materials chosen and their respective properties.
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lab Contact Practical Skills Every Week 6.00 6
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Revision/review of module content Every Week 1.00 1
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 6.00
This module has no Part Time workload.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Brian Porter. (2012), Carpentry and Joinery 1, 3rd. Routledge, London, p.304, [ISBN: 9781136422713].
  • Albert Jackson & David Day. (2014), Collins complete woodworkers manual, Collins, London, [ISBN: 0-00-716442-4].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • R. Bruce Hoadley. (2000), Understanding wood, Taunton, USA, [ISBN: 1-56158-358-8].
Recommended Article/Paper Resources
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_ECTWB_7 Bachelor of Science in Craft Technology (Wood) with Business 3 Mandatory