Metal Building Systems.

Catalog description

This course is a study of materials and methods of construction found in metal building systems. Instruction is given in the correct use of hand and power tools, job safety, job-site controls, material handling, equipment and application. Aspects of load design calculations, fastener use, metal coatings, and erection equipment are studied. Laboratory instruction includes basic metal working processes (welding, sheet-metal, foundry) used in metal frame construction. Course Equivalents: ETCM 3367, ETDD 2367, ITEC 1367 Prerequisite: ETCM 1363 .