ATBC 1210 - Applied Building - Construction Interior Finishes

Credit Hours: 2.00

Objectives: 

1. Articulate the importance of workplace safety.
2. Describe general safety rules.
3. Use appropriate personal protective gear (PPE) when performing a task.
4. Identify risk potential on a work site.
5. Understand OSHA’s role in relation to the employer and employee responsibility on the jobsite.

Outcome 2: Students will be able to correctly use basic tools common to interior finishes. 

Objectives: 

1. Select the proper tools for a given application.
2. Have basic knowledge of how to properly use the tool for a task.
3. Understand cleanup and maintenance procedures for tools used.
4. Demonstrate proper storage and handling of tools used.

Outcome 3: Students will be able to demonstrate proper building practices used in interior finishing.

Objectives:

1. Understand the correct sequence of the project for the jobsite.
2. Select proper materials for the project.
3. Identify correct debris containment and disposal practices.
4. Identify proper installation procedures for materials and products.

Outcome 4: Students will be able to apply the local code and determine the jurisdiction having authority over the site.

Objectives:

1. Identify the need for the state and local code requirements.
2. Determine the local code and jurisdiction that has authority over the site.
3. Understand the relationship between the state and local code requirements.
4. Locate the correct code chapter pertaining to a task.
5. Apply the code ruling pertaining to the project.

• Communication: The graduate can communicate effectively for the intended purpose and audience.
• Critical Thinking: The graduate can make informed decisions after analyzing information or evidence related to the issue.
• Global Literacy: The graduate can analyze human behavior or experiences through cultural, social, political, or economic perspectives.
• Information Literacy: The graduate can responsibly use information gathered from a variety of formats in order to complete a task.
• Quantitative Reasoning: The graduate can apply quantitative methods or evidence to solve problems or make judgments.
• Scientific Literacy: The graduate can produce or interpret scientific information presented in a variety of formats.

2: Thermal and acoustical insulation

3: Wall and ceiling surfaces

• Drywall
• Plaster
• Paneling
• Drop Ceiling

4: Drywall install and tape lab

• Wood stud
• Steel stud
• Nail vs. Screw Senco screw gun
• Adhesive
• rotozip

5: Drywall mud lab

• Mud types
• Apply first coat

6: Drywall sand lab

• Health concerns
• Sand paper grit
• Types of sanding material
  • Screen
  • Sponging sanding wet

7: Painting, Priming and Preparation

• Primer types
• Paint types
• Stains and finishes
• Tools
  • Roller cages
  • Roller covers
  • Paint poles
  • Pans
  • Liners
  • Nap size
  • Brushes
• Clean up

8: Paint and priming lab

9: Stains, finishes and wall paper (lecture)

• Finish painting walls lab

10: Interior doors (demo hanging a door)

• Door types
• Hanging doors
• Tools used
• hardwear

11: Trim

• Tools used
• Trim types
• Cope vs. miter
• Nail filler
• Wood filler
• Caulking

12: Trim lab

• Install base molding
• Install door and window casing
• Coping

13: Flooring

• Tile
• Carpet
• Vinyl
• Hardwood
  • Finishing
• Glues
• Substrates

14: Cabinets

• Kitchen
• Bath
• Accessories
  • Toilet paper holder
  • Mirror
  • Shower doors
• Hardware

15: Countertops

• Formica
• Stone
• Composite
• Concrete
• Mounting

16: Final exam