Title: Calculate the rise and run for stairs.
Course: Carpentry II (17003-II) > Section: Constructing and Installing Straight (i.e., Basic) Stairs

Calculations should include the total rise and run and individual riser heights and run lengths needed for the layout of stair stringers.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What problems could arise from an inequality in rise dimension?
- What are rise and run?
- What is the maximum rise for a staircase?
- What is the minimum tread width?

NCCER Carpentry
General Carpentry, Module 27110 Basic Stair Layout introduces stair types, basic stair system components, and common codes associated with stairway construction. Explains essential stairway construction techniques, including how to construct stringers, measure and calculate rise and run, and build concrete stairway forms.