Modern Residential Construction Practices

David A. Madsen is the president of Madsen Designs Inc. He is also Faculty Emeritus of Drafting Technology and the Autodesk Premier Training Center at Clackamas Community College in Oregon City, Oregon. David is a former member of the American Design and Drafting Association (ADDA) Board of Directors, and was honored by the ADDA with Director Emeritus status at the annual conference in 2005. David holds a Master of Education degree in Vocational Administration and a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Education.David P. Madsen is the president of Engineering Drafting & Design, Inc. and the vice president of Madsen Designs Inc. He has provided drafting and computer-aided design and drafting instruction to secondary and postsecondary learners since 1999, and has considerable curriculum, program coordination, and development experience. Dave holds a Master of Science degree in Educational Policy, Foundations, and Administrative Studies with a specialization in Postsecondary, Adult, and Continuing Education; a Bachelor of Science degree in Technology Education; and an Associate of Science degree in General Studies and Drafting Technology.

• 1. Introduction to Building Codes and the Preliminary Construction Process2. Introduction to Green Building Technology3. Drawings and Specifications4. Construction Site and Excavation5. Foundation Materials and Construction6. Floor Framing Materials and Construction7. Wall Framing Materials and Construction8. Roof Materials and Construction9. Insulation and Barriers10. Door and Window Specifications and Installation11. Stair Construction12. Fireplace Construction13. Mechanical, Plumbing, and Electrical Systems14. Indoor Air Quality and Safety15. Finish Work and Materials