Drywall Applicator, CA [DWA-CT, 30 Total Credits]

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RESTRICTED ENTRY PROGRAM

Students must be indentured in the Carpenters Apprenticeship Program before enrolling in classes. Special consideration will be given students who complete the Drywall Applicator Certificate of Achievement if they are affected by the retroactive six year rule. For further information, contact the Division of Apprenticeship Studies at 702-651-4163.

DESCRIPTION

This degree prepares the students for employment as a Journeyman Drywall Applicator with the Carpenters Union. Along with special program courses, academic skills emphasizing math, science, and human relations are stressed to prepare students to meet the challenges common in the work place. For further information, contact the Division of Apprenticeship Studies at 702-651-4163.

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

Comprehend and utilize all applicable drywall applicator tools.
Comprehend and utilize formulas used in the calculations of all phases of drywall applicator work.
Comprehend the ability to troubleshoot and repair any problems that arise with drywall applicator installations.

General Education Requirements (3 Credits)

Communications (3 Credits)

Special Program Requirements (27 Credits)

^{NOTE: Any DWA journeyman course offered for credit may be substituted for any of the above DWA apprentice courses. Please contact the program coordinator for more details}

CPT 102B - Orientation
and CPT 104B - Safety and Health Certifications
and CPT 107B - Print Reading
and CPT 113B - Doors and Door Frames
and CPT 129B - Advanced Print Reading
and DWA 105B - Basic Metal Framing
and DWA 109B - Basic Lathing
and DWA 111B - Drywall Application
and DWA 113B - Drywall Installation/ Finish Trims
and DWA 115B - Framing Ceilings and Soffits
and DWA 117B - Framing Curves and Arches
and DWA 119B - Framing Suspended Ceilings
and DWA 121B - Advanced Metal Framing
and DWA 125B - Drywall/ Acoustical Ceilings
and DWA 129B - Free-Form Lathing
and DWA 131B - Light Gage Welding - AWS
Computation included in DWA 117B
Human Relations included in CPT 102B