University Courses
At Clemson University's Center for Roofing Innovation and Leadership, we offer educational programs designed to prepare students for successful careers in the roofing industry. Our courses focus on hands-on learning and cover essential areas such as roofing technology, materials, sustainability, and construction management. Students have access to cutting-edge research and work alongside industry professionals through internships, workshops, and collaborative projects. With a curriculum that spans both technical skills and real-world application, our education programs are designed to foster innovation and leadership in the roofing sector.
Professional development courses are hosted through Clemson Online.
Explore Programs
These courses were created with funding from the Roofing Alliance; as such, the material of these courses has been packaged for use by any higher education program interested in teaching about roofing. The packages include slides, videos, instructor notes, and assessments.
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CSM 4400/6400 – Principles of Roofing from Design to Installation and Beyond
A descriptive study of roof construction, focusing on the nomenclature, building materials, estimating, safety, technology and the assembly of different roofing systems.
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CSM 4410/6410 – Principles of Roofing II
A descriptive study of roof construction, focusing on the building function, building codes, scheduling, risk management, field crew management, quality control and the assembly of different roofing systems.
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CSM 4420/6420 – Roofing Business
A descriptive study of the roofing industry, focusing on the business aspects of managing a roofing company, specifically, starting and sustaining a roofing construction business, leadership and communication, negotiation, sales and marketing, procurement and sourcing, and technology innovations.
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CSM 4430/6430 – Sustainable Roofing Practices
Description
Coursework Textbook
Roofing Fundamentals
Roofing Fundamentals is an overview of all major roofing functions, components, and processes. This serves as an overview of the industry and how it functions. The text was compiled by over 10 industry professionals and reviewed by Clemson University staff and the NRCA for technical content. The material in this text supports the content of the university course Principles of Roofing as well as the professional development course Roofing Fundamentals.
Roofing Management
Roofing Management explores the various aspects of managing a company within the roofing industry. It takes perspectives from contractors, manufacturers, and distributors to provide an encompassing view of managing a company and project. The text was compiled by over 12 industry professionals and reviewed by Clemson University staff and the NRCA for technical content. The material in this text supports the content of the university course Principles of Roofing II as well as the professional development course Roofing Management.
Roofing Business and Leadership
Roofing Business and Leadership provides an in-depth look at business and leadership within the roofing industry. It allows for a deeper understanding of creating and managing a team that fosters productivity and ensures quality products and services. The text was compiled by over 6 industry professionals and reviewed by Clemson University staff and the NRCA for technical content. The material in this text supports the content of the university course Roofing Business as well as the professional development course Roofing Business and Leadership.
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
The Construction Science and Management program at Clemson University has incorporated these courses into a post-baccalaureate certificate that is available as a stand-alone graduate certificate or can be completed as part of the Masters in Construction Science and Management degree. This certificate is available in-person and online.
