Framing Overview

While modular and panelized homes are gradually becoming more popular, most residential buildings in the U.S. are platform framed. This lesson introduces you to common framing materials and defines the structural design factors used to size framing members.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Distinguish the types and applications of various framing materials
• Name the standard dimensions of common framing lumber
• Recognize common engineered framing materials
• Identify common structural steel types

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