Course Description

Through structured classroom and hands-on skill building, the student will learn about drywall products, installation, and finishing, wall panels, tile, suspended ceilings, finish trim, flooring, and cabinet and countertop installation. Group 2 course.

Credit Hours

3

Contact Hours

4

Lecture Hours

2

Lab Hours

2

Recommended Prerequisites or Skills Competencies

Placement in MTH 23 or co-enrollment in the recommended developmental Math course. Placement into ENG 11/111 or Co-enrollment in the recommended English Course.

Course Learning Outcomes

Knowledge:

• Identify types of materials to use for various finishing projects.

Application:

• Implement the use of different finishing materials for walls/ceilings/floors.
• Determine layouts for countertops and cabinetry.

Integration:

• Organize the construction process for lab exercises.
• Produce a safe, quality product.

Human Dimension:

• Recognize the value of care and precision as a rough framer.
• Appreciate the aesthetic value to customers of their finished product.

Caring - Civic Learning:

• Recognize the Importance of initial building quality of construction.

Learning How to Learn:

• Realize the impact of attention to detail.