This desk-style workstation consists of a wooden framed mock-up of ½ of a gable roof with removable deck boards with tool box and equipment stored inside the desk. Locking tool box, lock/key, and power strip. Students learn about various roof types, equipment and materials, and then shingle a section of roof according to building codes. They also explore a variety of tasks in roofing materials (other than metal) to make them waterproof including composition shingles or sheets, wood shingles and asphalt and gravel.
Curriculum
Curriculum manual is provided in a three-ring binder, with pages contained in page protectors. Easy to follow step by step activities are highlighted using full color photographs. Once introduced to career related information (job description, education and training requirements, job prospects, and income ranges) the student begins a "hands on" work experience, using professional tools of the trade to complete projects or tasks. Pre and post tests, worksheets, answer sheets, and instructor's guide.
Materials Include:
- Aluminum Straight Edge
- Safety Glasses
- Aprons
- Flat Bar
- Roofers Hammer
- Staple Gun
- Tack Puller
- Tool Pouch with Belt
- Utility Knife
- Aviation Snips
- Tape Measure
- Drip Edge
- Roofing Nails
- 1/4" Staples
- Shingle Bundles
- 15# Tar Paper
- 2 Additional Deck Boards
Hands-On Activities Include:
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Cutting and installing drip edge
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Measuring and cutting shingles
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Installing row of starter shingles
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Installing rake edges
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Shingling entire roof
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Tearing down roof
