1. Demonstrate the characteristic s of a professional in the occupation.
2. Participate in union-related activities.

1. Locate occupational information using blueprints.
2. Answer basic construction questions related to the layout and installation of materials at the jobsite.

1. Don (put on), doff (remove), inspect, and maintain the proper PPE that should be worn during drywall finishing including, but not limited to: Head Face Eyes Ears Hands Body Feet Respiratory
2. Perform a job analysis for safe working conditions: Attend pre-job safety meetings Adhere to site specific safety rules and federal regulations Observe Vessel Entry/Confined Space regulations Read and interpret MSDS Establish and maintain a safe working perimeter
3. Demonstrate a pre-inspection and the safe operation of an aerial lift.
4. Describe and demonstrate the proper use of various types of personal fall protection equipment.
5. Describe and demonstrate the steps of ladder safety, including: selection, inspection, setup, safe techniques and proper maintenance and storage.
6. Demonstrate and describe the procedures for personally fitting and adjusting, and mounting and dismounting stilts.

1. Demonstrate the characteristics of a professional Drywall Finisher, including: Exhibit suitable appearance and personal hygiene. Exhibit proper attitude and behavior on the job site, including private residences and other occupied buildings. Deal with difficult customers in a professional and courteous manner. Interpret written and verbal instructions. Recognize the importance of cooperation and interaction with related trades on a job site. Demonstrate the ability to follow specific work place protocol and procedures.

1. Differentiate between the lengths, thickness, and widths of drywall panels, including: Lengths (6, 8, 9, 10, 12, 14, and 16 feet) Thickness (1/4, 5/16, 3/8, ½, 5/8, 3/4, and 1 inch) Widths (24, 48, 54 inches)
2. Differentiate between various types of fillers.
3. Determine that proper lighting is present for all surfaces.
4. Inspect and prepare surfaces and recognize when pre-filling is required.
5. Ensure that adequate ventilation and temperature is maintained for optimum performance.
6. Properly handle, transport, and store drywall materials.
7. Determine the type of compound to use based on the substrate.
8. Determine when it is necessary to use shims in the drywall installation process.
9. Safely use the various types of drywall tools.
10. Locate and prepare mixing area.

1. Select and use the proper drywall hand tool for specific tasks.
2. Display the proper handling and balancing of drywall hand tools.
3. Modify hand taping tool handles and blades and the process for preparing the tools for proper use.
4. Explain and demonstrate proper inspection and maintenance procedures for keeping hand taping tools in good and clean condition.
5. Display the appropriate PPE when using hand taping tools.

1. Demonstrate the different uses for the various filling compounds.
2. Select and mix the proper filling compounds.
3. Demonstrate the filling mixing procedures, including pre-mix, powdered, and fast-set fillers.
4. Demonstrate the three main taping methods, including: Hand Taping Mechanical Banjo
5. Differentiate between paper and fiberglass tape.
6. Apply fillers using the proper tools in the three main taping methods.
7. Demonstrate the wiping procedures and sequence for dry taping and wet taping.
8. Demonstrate the proper procedure, and sequence for wiping non-90º angles.
9. Follow proper mixing procedures for filling compound.
10. Demonstrate how to properly apply fireproofing/ firestop materials (firetape, fire caulking, and firestop).
11. Correct problems that can arise while wiping angle tapes.
12. Repair and load flat finishing boxes.
13. Demonstrate the procedure for filling the following: flat joints using flat finishing boxes, butt joints using flat finishing boxes, ceiling joints using flat finishing boxes
14. Demonstrate the procedure for filling fasteners using fastener spotters.
15. Perform the procedure for filling vertical and horizontal angles using angle finishing boxes.
16. Demonstrate the procedure for filling the following: Bottoms, Three-ways, Non-90º angles

1. Demonstrate the correct holding position for trowels and knives.
2. Demonstrate the types and functions of filler coats, including: First Coat Second Coat Third Coat Skim (level 5)
3. Demonstrate the application of the five (5) levels of drywall finishes.
4. Distinguish a finish level by observation; identify the steps needed to take it to the next level of finish.
5. Demonstrate the procedure for wiping angles with a former finish.
6. Demonstrate how to wipe horizontal, vertical, and three-way angles.
7. Demonstrate how to clean and maintain wiping equipment.
8. Demonstrate dry hand sanding and touch up.
9. Handle and use a pole sander.
10. Demonstrate dustless sanding.

1. Select and use the appropriate tools to install beads and trims.
2. Demonstrate application procedures for measuring and cutting beads and trims.
3. Demonstrate application of fillers/compounds.

1. Demonstrate the automatic taping tool sequence.
2. Demonstrate the procedures for loading tape in the automatic taping tool.
3. Demonstrate the operation of the loading pump.
4. Display the proper holding techniques for proper operation and to minimize stress or injuries while using automatic taping tools when taping, including: Lower butt joints, Wall flats, Ceiling flats and butt joints, Vertical angles, Horizontal angles
5. Demonstrate proper inspection and maintenance procedures for keeping automatic taping tools in proper working condition by replacing the cutting blade, cable, and tape and feed needle.
6. Demonstrate the appropriate cleaning procedures for all automatic taping tools.

1. Demonstrate the methods for making repairs to common defects.
2. Demonstrate proper mixing procedures and consistency of filling compounds and fast-set fillers.
3. Recognize common defects in drywall finishing.
4. Perform the procedures for repairing the following wallboard defects, including: Hollow Areas, Ridged Joints, Nail Pops, Loose Filler, and Gouges, Cracks, Water and Fire Damage, Plaster and Stains, Textures
5. Demonstrate the proper procedures for repairing beads and trim.

1. Select appropriate tools, equipment, and materials for texturing.
2. Prepare the surface prior to applying texture.
3. Recognize areas that need to be painted prior to applying texture.
4. Apply the various types of hand texture on a surface.
5. Demonstrate the proper use of the various types of texturing machines.
6. Use power compressors, selecting correct orifices and pressures.
7. Repair damaged texture.
8. Clean and maintain texturing tools and machines.

1. Select appropriate tools, equipment, and materials for EIFS.
2. Recognize and use the proper tools for: Adhesive Application, EPS Cutting and Rasping, Base Coat Application, Finish Applications
3. Assess and prepare the substrate.
4. Report any surface deficiencies.
5. Apply membranes and barriers.
6. Recognize expanded polystyrene (EPS) board, proper mesh embedment, and base coat application.
7. Install rigid insulation board.
8. Demonstrate the proper methods of EPS board installation.
9. Apply base coats and reinforcing mesh.
10. Apply finish coats.
11. Locate areas requiring expansion or control joints.
12. Demonstrate the application of EIFS accents and aesthetic reveals.
13. Execute proper mesh embedment and base coat application.
14. Evaluate and determine a successful finish application based on EIFS manufacturer's requirements.

Identify the historical reasons for unionization. Describe the strengths and weaknesses of the labor movement in the U.S. Describe the union structure and its activities. Explain how unions promote the occupation and serve its members Understand the union’s impact on economic issues, corporation, productivity, and distribution of wealth. Identify and explain the most significant labor laws of the 1900s. Analyze the impact the labor movement has had on social and political reform. Evaluate the IUPAT’s role in the labor movement from 1887 to the Present.

Investigate the current state of the union’s market share. Discuss the personal rewards and consequences associated with the union’s market share. Describe successful strategies for unions to regain a market share in the construction industry. Identify and describe what the union provides on an ongoing basis to its members and affiliates. Identify the roles and responsibilities of the end users, contractors, union, and rank and file. Articulate the value that the union provides its members and affiliates. Describe the impact the IUPAT’s Top Workplace Performance (TWP) program has on shaping attitudes and performance. Discuss the generational changes in rank and file attitudes and behaviors.

Describe sustainability and the social, environmental, and economic impact. Identify the benefits of sustainability. Explain the purpose of sustainability in commercial and residential buildings. Identify professional ‘green’ organizations. Identify elements of sustainability. Explain the importance of green practices. Define green bid specifications. Identify and interpret a green specification in a project manual. Source and cost out green products. Create a bid incorporating green products and practices. Describe the elements involved with sustainable sites. Describe water efficiency practices. Determine energy and atmospheric requirements. Identify and describe effective materials and resources. Discuss indoor environmental quality standards. Discuss the ‘green’ innovation and design process. Identify and discuss the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design – New Construction (LEED-NC) Process.

Define sexual harassment. Identify the law sexual harassment violates. Identify characteristics of quid pro quo sexual harassment. Identify characteristics of hostile environment sexual harassment. Cite factors that contribute to the determination of whether behavior is sexual harassment. Explain legal and other consequences of sexual harassment. Identify effects of sexual harassment. Identify costs associated with sexual harassment. Discuss employer liability in harassment Industrial Coating and Lining Application Specialist (ICLAS) cases. Identify United States Supreme Court Landmark ICLAS cases.

Add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers, with and without a calculator. Use a standard ruler, a metric ruler, and a measuring tape to measure. Add, subtract, multiply, and divide fractions. Add, subtract, multiply, and divide decimals, with and without a calculator. Convert decimals to percentages and percentages to decimals. Convert fractions to decimals and decimals to fractions. Explain what the metric system is and how it is important in the construction industry. Recognize and use metric units of length, weight, volume, and temperature. Recognize some of the basic shapes used in the construction industry and apply basic geometry to measure them.

Describe the components of a computer system. Define microcomputer hardware in terms of its functions: input, output, processing, and storage. Describe how peripheral devices are connected to a microcomputer. Identify types of software and their functions and describe the difference between system software and application software. Navigate and use the Windows XP environment to open and use applications, manage documents, and identify and maintain resources. Access and navigate the World Wide Web to find information. Create, format, and edit documents using Microsoft® Word. Create, revise, and enhance business presentations using Microsoft® PowerPoint. Create, revise, and enhance spreadsheets using Microsoft® Excel.

Define blueprint and blueprint reading. Define plans and specifications. Describe how plans and specifications are prepared. Describe the purpose and importance of a set of plans. Identify and define various parts of a set of plans. Identify the various views of a drawing that are included in a set of plans and their relationship to each other. Identify and define material symbols, abbreviations, and lines used in drawings. Define the meaning of scale. Use fractional rule to calculate measurements. Explain how an architect’s scale is used to measure lines. Use the architect’s scale to determine the actual length of a scaled line. Recognize, locate, and determine missing dimensions. Describe proper handling procedures for plans and drawings.

Explain the idea of a safety culture and its importance in the construction fields. Identify causes of accidents and the impact of accident costs. Explain the role of OSHA in jobsite safety. Locate OSHA Standards references applicable to specific hazardous conditions and practices. Recognize the aspects of 1926 Subpart C (General Safety and Health Provisions). State the purpose of the OSHA Act and list the functions of OSHA. List the OSHA inspection priorities and describe the inspection process. Describe the rights and responsibilities of employers and employees under the OSHA Act. Recognize hazard recognition and risk assessment techniques. Explain fall protection, ladder, stair, and scaffold procedures and requirements. Identify struck-by hazards and demonstrate safe working procedures and requirements. Identify caught-in-between hazards and demonstrate safe working procedures and requirements. Define safe work procedures to use around electrical hazards. Demonstrate the use and care of appropriate PPE. Explain the importance of hazard communications (Haz Com) and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs). Identify other construction hazards on your jobsite, including hazardous material exposures, environmental elements, welding and cutting hazards, confined spaces, and fires.

Demonstrate how to minimize the risk of disease transmission when giving care. Demonstrate how to check an unconscious person for life-threatening and non-life-threatening conditions. Demonstrate how to give cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) to a person. Demonstrate how to care for a person who is not breathing and/or chocking. Describe when and how to use an AED.

Describe ergonomics and its importance in the workplace. Describe the benefits of implementing an ergonomic program. Identify and describe ergonomic related injuries and related musculoskeletal disorders that can occur in an office setting. Identify and describe ergonomic related injuries and related musculoskeletal disorders that can occur in a construction workplace. Recognize and describe risk factors that can cause musculoskeletal disorders or related injuries. Describe healthy ergonomics in an office setting. Describe healthy ergonomics in a construction workplace. Demonstrate proper stretching techniques. Identify employee and employer rights and responsibilities.

Describe how the respiratory system works. Identify the different types of respirators and their purposes. Demonstrate the proper fit, inspection, cleaning, disinfection, and storage of respirators. Summarize how the human respiratory system works. Identify respiratory hazards and describe how they affect the respiratory system. Identify work activities that can create airborne hazards. Demonstrate how to perform proper negative and positive fit-checks. Demonstrate proper inspection of respirators. Demonstrate safe cleaning, disinfection, and storage procedures for respirators.

Explain his/her roles and responsibilities as a Lead Abatement worker. Recall and describe basics facts in the history of lead and Lead Abatement. Identify and describe the health effects of lead exposure and protection against lead exposure and poisoning. Describe and demonstrate safe work practices when working with or around lead. Describe general work safety and health hazards. Identify and describe the federal, state and local regulations for Lead Abatement workers. Explain and demonstrate the pre-abatement set up and containment procedures for residential buildings. Recognize and describe residential lead-based paint hazards and control factors. Describe and explain interior dust abatement procedures, clean-up and final clearance inspections. Describe and explain the procedures for soil and exterior dust abatement with waste disposal. Explain and demonstrate the pre-abatement set up and containment procedures for industrial buildings. Recognize and describe industrial lead-based paint hazards and control factors. Describe and demonstrate lead safe work practices in compliance with the EPA Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Rule, and HUD’s Lead Safe Housing Rule.

Recognize and identify some of the basic hand tools and their proper uses in the construction industry. Visually inspect hand tools to determine if they are safe to use. Safely use hand tools. Identify power tools commonly used in the construction industry. Demonstrate and describe all general safety rules for power tools and follow them. Explain the importance of using guards during the operation of power tools. Explain the importance of using a properly rated extension cord. Demonstrate and describe how to properly ground a power tool. Explain how to maintain power tools properly.

Interpret information and instructions presented in both verbal and written form. Communicate effectively in on-the-job situations using verbal and written skills. Communicate effectively on-the-job using electronic communication devices.

Describe the role of the foreman. State the key role of the foreman in maintaining safety rules and regulations. Describe how to establish and maintain good relationships with co-workers, supervisors, and other professionals. Describe productive motivational techniques. Explain the importance of properly performing personnel functions in accordance with the union agreement and company policies. Explain the importance of developing and using effective communications skills. Describe the proper planning and organizational skills needed to successfully complete a job. Describe the “leadership” qualities needed to be an effective foreman.

Achieve predicted and desired results in the execution of projects through implementation of consistent methodologies. Advance the skill level and knowledge of IUPAT Project Managers. Emphasize the depth and breadth of roles and responsibilities that a Project Manager may be relied upon to manage, to contribute to, or to perform.

Define the role of the supervisor. Define the scope and importance of verbal communication. Refine written communication skills. Describe various job site personnel issues. Identify the supervisor’s role in safety. Manage and estimate the cost of tools and materials. Describe the importance of leadership in effective supervision.

Recognize the important areas of OSHA in general terms. Identify the Safety Regulations as they apply to safe work practices in the drywall trade with emphasis on: Identification of safety hazards (unsafe conditions) Proper handling of materials, including hazardous Maintenance and safe operation of tools PPE Describe the precautions that must be followed when using flammable liquids and adhesives. Explain what a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) is, its purpose and limitation. Describe the role of employer, supplier, and worker in the education of workers. Outline emergency procedures and how to obtain assistance for injured workers. Describe the proper technique (ergonomics) for lifting and transporting drywall materials. Identify safety requirements for erecting and dismantling scaffolds, including: pre-planning, inspecting scaffold components, calculating load capacity, platform construction, access requirements, and fall protection. Identify the different types of aerial lifts and their related safety rules and precautions.Describe potential fall hazards in the workplace. Describe the different types of ladders and the conditions under which they are used. Given illustrations or verbal clues, distinguish between a proper and improper workplace setup with regard to hazards, safety equipment and stilt selection.

Identify and explain the basic terminology used in the drywall trade. Describe the reasons why drywall finishing succeeded over conventional plastering. Describe the working conditions of the drywall trade. Identify the career options and advancement opportunities in the drywall trade. Describe custody, care, and maintenance of tools and equipment.

Identify the size, types, and application of drywall panels. Identify various types of drywall beads and trims used in the drywall trade. Identify various types of fasteners and adhesives used in the drywall trade (nails and screws). Identify different types of substrates. Identify different fireproof/firestop materials used in the drywall trade. Identify types and applications of various drywall boards, including: Standard Fire Resistant Foil Back Water Resistant Exterior Ceiling Panels Interior Ceiling Panels Veneer-based Panels List the advantages and limitations of drywall construction. Explain the various kinds of beads including: Metal Paper Faced Metal Plastic Identify different types of framing materials. Identify the various types of drywall compound and the purpose of using compounds. Identify the different types of drywall tape (paper and fiberglass).

Identify the tools of the drywall trade, including but not limited to: Hawk Trowels (straight, curved, specialty) Mud, Pan or Tray Taping Knives and Broad Knives Putty Knives or Elastic Knives Corner Tools Mud Pan Holders and Tape Holders Hammers Phillips Screwdrivers Utility Knives Aviation Style Snips or Tin Snips Sanding Tools Pole Sander Mud Masher or Potato Masher Small Tools Slicker and Straight Edges Texturing Tools Measuring Tape or Tape Rule Cleaning Tools Tool Bag and Tool Boxes 24" Level Combination Square Pocket Plane or Drywall Rasp Mitre Box Chalk Line and Plumb Winder with Braided Nylon (dry line) Pliers, Wrench, Combination Screwdriver Drywall Saw Screw Gun Drill Dimpler Attachment Utility Wet/Dry Vacuum Cleaner Wallboard Hammer

Recognize the general characteristics of fillers. Identify the correct filler and consistency for the task. Describe the characteristics, elements, and formulations of filling compounds. Explain drying times and the relation to temperature, humidity, and ventilation in the finishing process. Describe the differences between the various fillers. Identify and describe problems related to moisture and drying. Identify and describe the three main taping techniques, including: Hand Taping Mechanical Banjo Describe the characteristics of paper tape and fiberglass tape. Describe the advantages and limitations of paper tape and fiberglass tape. Describe the hand taping and wiping procedures. Describe in the proper sequence the dry and wet taping procedures. Identify the problems that can arise while wiping angle tapes. Identify the tools and equipment used for wiping tapes, including: Rollers Angle Finishers Putty and Elastic Knives Describe the functions and operations of flat finishing boxes, fastener spotters, and angle finishing boxes. Explain the use of and reasons for flat finishing boxes. Describe the use of angle finishing boxes.

Identify the correct filler and consistency for the task. Describe the application of second coat. Describe the application of third coat (skim coat). Describe the application of level five (5) finish and round surfaces. Identify the correct filler and application for spotting screws/nails. Identify various types of sandpaper and applications.

Identify and describe the different types of beads and trim. Describe the proper installation of beads and trims. Identify the correct filler needed for coating.

Identify the various types of automatic taping tools. Explain the operation of the automatic taping tools. Discuss the importance of using a teamwork approach to automatic tool taping. Explain inspection and maintenance procedures for keeping tools in good and clean condition. Identify common problems and their solutions associated with using automatic taping tools.

Identify the methods for making repairs in common defects. Describe the methods for repairing gouges and patching holes. Describe the reason and method for keying painted surfaces.

Identify and describe the different types of texture (soft, hard, self- priming). Identify protective covering such as polyethylene sheeting, stapled or taped and masked machine. Describe general texture spraying techniques. Describe different types of texture such as knockdown, splatter, skip troweling, Spanish style, brick and stone imitations, and orange peel. Identify the different types of texturing machines. Describe the cleaning procedures for texturing machines. Describe techniques of repairing damaged texture. Describe various types of hand texturing such as one-coat stipple patterns.

Explain the basics Of EIFS theory. Identify properly installed and acceptable substrate materials, conditions, and preparation. Identify the proper tools required for applying EIFS. Describe proper means of adhesive application and attachment. Describe the application of different mesh types and how they affect impact resistance. Describe the procedures for installing building systems that integrate a resinous cladding with a continuous layer of insulation on the exterior of a building or structure.