Outcomes
In order to successfully complete this course, the student will:
1. Develop and implement a painting plan/finishing for a residential structure.
2. Develop a list of supplies and equipment appropriate for a painting/finishing a residential structure.
3. Identify, list, and perform the preparation required before applying paint/finish to a residential structure.
4. Demonstrate applying paint/finish to ceiling, walls, and trim.
5. List the procedures for preparing wood for painting/finishing.
6. Demonstrate the proper techniques for cleaning brushes, rollers and equipment.
7. Given the floor plan of a residential structure, calculate the following:
7a. Selection and cost of paint for one coat
7b. Selection and cost of paint for two coats
7c. Cost of additional material
7d. Cost of labor
8. Recognize various types of problems that occur in drywall finishes, identify the cause, and apply the correct method for solving each type of problem.
9. Demonstrate the correct method(s) to patch damaged drywall.
10. List and explain the characteristics that determine the paintability of wood for exterior painting.
11. Identify the types of exterior paints.
12. Identify the types of exterior natural finishes, wood-preservative, and fire-retardant treatments.
13. Develop a list of supplies and equipment appropriate for exterior painting a residential structure.
14. Identify, list, and perform the preparation required before applying exterior paint to a residential structure.
15. Demonstrate applying the finish paint to an exterior residential structure.
16. List and explain the techniques used in finishing exterior plywood to a residential structure.
17. Given the dimensions of a residential structure, calculate the following:
17a. Gallons of undercoat and finish coat for exterior residential structure
17b. Cost of labor
17c. Cost of additional materials/equipment
18. Identify common interior paint problems and explain the proper method to correct the problem.
19. Identify common exterior paint problems and explain the proper method to correct the problem.
Contact on-campus instructor for required textbook.
The student is expected to furnish basic carpentry hand tools:
1 Safety Glasses
2 Tool Belt/Suspenders/Nail Bag
3 Tool Box
4 Hammer (Straight Claw)
5 25' Tape Measure
6 Utility Knife
7 Utility Pry Bar
8 Chisel Assortment
9 48" Level
10 Combination Square
11 Framing Square
12 Screwdriver Assortment
13 Nail Set
14 Chalk Line
15 Pliers
16 Coping Saw
During this course, the student should expect to be exposed to various tools, materials, substances, and liquids that are used in the construction industry. These products may be hazardous if handled improperly. The student is required to follow established safety procedures and to consult Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) when necessary. The student must contact the instructor for guidance before using unknown materials or tools in class or on the work site. The student is required to possess basic personal safety equipment including eye and hearing protection and to wear shirts, long pants, supporting/protective footwear, and other clothing necessary to work safely at a construction shop/worksite. Failure to come to class prepared or failing to follow safe work procedures may result in summary dismissal from class.