Course Offerings

Brush you way to a new career or just enhance your home with this Fundamental of Paint and Drywall course. Student will gain valuable skills and insight whether your are looking for career change or learning to become a do-it-yourselfer learning to measure, cut, hang and install sheetrock on pre-build wood stud mockups as well as learning the proper way to prep areas for paint and staining. Get ready to have fun and dress appropriately for this hands-on in our skilled trades lab area. A supply list will be available on the first night of class.

Course Objectives

Students will receive hands-on training for drywall installation. They will learn how to measure, cut to install and finish drywall. Students will learn how to use specific tools such as rot-zips and drywall screw guns. Students will receive hands-on training on how to paint and roll walls.

Outline of Instruction

Contact Hours

24

CEUs

No

Industry Standard, State or National Certification

Certification

None

Website

None

Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements

CE or CU Articulation

No

Prerequisites

None

Learning Supplies Needed

One set of mud knives per two students (4", 6", 8" and 12")
T-square
Razor knife
Rasp
Pole sander
Rot-zip
Drywall screw gun
Mud pan

Clinical Site/Special Facilities

North Raleigh United Methodist Church

Requirements for Successful Completion

90% attendance

Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements

N/A

Intended Audience

Individuals interested in basic drywall, finishing and repair of drywall and painting and staining.

Specific Industry or Business Support Needs

Drywall Installer, Painters

Wake County Need for Industry Positions

Professional Painters
Commercial Drywall Finisher Mechanics

Industry or Job Titles Related to Training Outcomes for Employment

Related Courses

CAR-3108A4

Course Contact Information

Alex Barnhill
919-866-5113
[email protected]