Lesson 1Interiors and finishes: partition types, gypsum systems, floor finishes, acoustic and fire-rated assembliesThis lesson explains how to outline inside and finish areas, including walls, gypsum setups, floor covers, and sound and fire-proof parts, clearing overlaps between wall, floor, and special ceiling works for local practices.
Partition framing, layout, and backing scopeGypsum board hanging, taping, and level of finishFloor finish types, prep, and transition detailsAcoustic ceilings, baffles, and sound treatmentsFire-rated walls, shafts, and penetration detailsLesson 2Special trades and ancillary scope: elevators, site paving, landscaping, temporary works, testing and commissioningThis lesson outlines areas for special trades and extra work, including lifts, site roads, green areas, temp setups, and checks and startup, making clear duties, links, and performance needs in Eritrea.
Elevator hoistway, pits, and coordinationSite paving, curbs, and joint responsibilitiesLandscaping, planting, and irrigation scopeTemporary works, scaffolds, and protectionsTesting, commissioning, and turnover criteriaLesson 3Roofing and terraces: low-slope roofing assemblies, insulation, drainage, roof access and fall-protectionThis lesson handles roof and terrace areas, including flat roof setups, insulation, water flow, and access systems, setting trade limits between frame, roof, metal sheet, safety, and water-proof contractors.
Low-slope roofing membrane and layersRoof insulation type, thickness, and taperingRoof drains, scuppers, and overflow routingParapet caps, flashings, and terminationsRoof access ladders, hatches, and anchorsLesson 4Envelope and façade systems: curtain wall vs masonry veneer vs storefront, air/vapor barriers, flashing and interfacesThis lesson covers outer shell and front scope outlining, comparing glass walls, stone covers, and shop fronts, and clearing air and steam barriers, seals, and link duties at all changes.
Curtain wall design, supply, and installationMasonry veneer support, ties, and weepsStorefront framing, glazing, and hardwareAir and vapor barrier continuity scopeFlashing, terminations, and interface detailsLesson 5Primary structure: concrete casting sequence, rebar placement, formwork, steel erection and connections, composite systemsThis lesson details how to split main structural work into clear areas, including concrete pour order, steel bar placing, forms, and steel setup, while setting links, limits, and build order between trades.
Concrete casting sequence by level and pour breaksRebar supply, shop drawings, and field placementFormwork design, stripping, and reshoring scopeStructural steel fabrication, erection, and boltingComposite deck, studs, and concrete topping scopeLesson 6Foundations and below-grade: piling vs spread footings, mat foundations, waterproofing, sub-slab drainage and insulationThis lesson covers how to outline and match foundations and underground work, including piles, spread and slab bases, water-proofing, drainage, and insulation, with clear limits between structural, civil, and water-proof trades.
Piling vs spread footings responsibilitiesMat foundation reinforcement and placementBasement wall and slab waterproofing scopeSub-slab drainage, sumps, and outlet tie-insBelow-grade insulation and protection boardsLesson 7Sitework: utilities, demolition, shoring, excavation, dewatering, erosion and sediment controlsThis lesson explains how to outline site work, including services, breaking down, supports, digging, water removal, and soil loss controls, with clear pass-overs between civil, structural, and building trades and needed order.
Selective demolition and salvage scopeExcavation, backfill, and compaction limitsTemporary and permanent shoring systemsDewatering methods, discharge, and monitoringUnderground utilities routing and tie-insLesson 8MEP scope: HVAC systems selection and zoning, plumbing risers and sanitary drainage, electrical distribution, fire protection and life-safety systemsThis lesson details how to outline MEP areas, including air conditioning zoning, pipe risers, waste drainage, power spread, and fire safety, while matching supports, holes, and life-safety links.
HVAC equipment, zoning, and ductwork scopeHydronic, chilled, and condenser water pipingPlumbing risers, stacks, and vent routingPower distribution, panels, and feedersFire sprinklers, alarms, and life-safety links
