What is Sheet Metal Roofing?
Every structure needs a roof, but a roof is more than just a top for a finished building. A roof is actually a system designed to do the following tasks: • Direct rainwater to gutters and downspouts • Keep heated and cooled air inside structures • Support rooftop machinery (for example, vents, air conditioning units) • Withstand most weather conditions, including wind and hail In this field, you will work outdoors, on commercial roofing systems. In your classroom work and on-the-job training, you will focus on methods and equipment designed to keep you safe. You will also learn about the different types of low slope roofing systems including Built up roofs, Modified Bitumen Roof Membranes and single ply membranes. You will also study other types of roofing designs such as green roof systems.
