TAPE 131 - Basic Hand Finishing & Patchwork

3 Credits
This course develops basic hand finishing skills using the correct tools and materials. Training will include a description of finishing levels, hand tool manipulation, reinforce material identification, selection, mixture preparation and a variety of patchwork techniques. Key processes and application techniques will be presented and apprentices will have chance to practice skills.

Course Outcomes

Identify appropriate drywall hand finishing tools (i.e.,)
- Knives and mud pans
- Trowels and hawks
- Joint tape dispensers
- Joint compound mixing tools
- Joint compound rollers
Demonstrate the knowledge and use of proper hand finishing tools.
Properly assess wall conditions prior the application process.
“Walk the Walls”- Systematically review work through a sequence of operation.
Set up appropriate mixing area.
Demonstrate proper consistency of taping compound mixture.
Demonstrate the knowledge and use of the basic steps of wall preparation, hand taping and wiping procedures.
Demonstrate common patchwork procedures.
Identify proper trim and bead installation procedures when using joint compound, spray, adhesive and fasteners.
Recognize various types of problems that occur in drywall finishes; identify the causes and correct methods for problem solving each method.
Demonstrate safe work ergonomics.
Successfully pass a hands-on evaluation at the end of the course.