CARP 122 - Metal Stud Framing Basics

3 Credits
This course is designed to familiarize the carpenter apprentice the standard practices and procedures for the procurement and installation of light-gauge metal-stud framing, standard gypsum wallboard, and basic suspended acoustical ceilings. The student will achieve the objectives for this course through active participation in class lecture and discussions, and successful demonstrations of competency-based performance tasks.

Course Outcomes

Correctly identify the material, tools, and fasteners used for the installation of metal framing, drywall, and acoustical ceilings.
Understand and describe proper techniques and methods for delivery, handling & storage of materials.
Demonstrate the ability to properly layout, measure, cut, and install metal framing, drywall, and acoustical ceilings.
Demonstrate proper layout & measuring techniques to cut & install a radius wall.
Demonstrate the correct industry-approved methods used for the application of drywall for radius walls, angled cuts, and multiple penetrations.