Major Work Activity C - Installs interior systems

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Task C-8 Installs wall systems and components

Task descriptor

Lathers (Interior Systems Mechanics) install wall systems and components to match project requirements such as security, reusable partitions and accessibility of covered devices. Components are installed to provide desired appearance and protect against sound and fire.

C-8.01-Installs demountable walls

C-8.01-Installs demountable walls
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
NV yes NV yes NV yes yes NV yes yes ND NV ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-8.01.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to task and manufacturers’ specifications
C-8.01.02P place studs for windows, doors and corners studs for windows, doors and corners are placed when framing according to industry practices and standards, codes and regulations
C-8.01.03P cut panel and trim panel and trim are cut to minimize waste
C-8.01.04P cut back of sheets for outside angles and off angles back of sheets are cut for outside angles and off angles
C-8.01.05P install and fasten sheets sheets are installed and fastened using fasteners according to manufacturers’ specifications
C-8.01.06P cut out openings for windows, doors and other penetrations openings for windows, doors and other penetrations are cut according to blueprints and drawings
C-8.01.07P mitre and install plastic trims and aluminum frames plastic trims and aluminum frames are mitred and installed
C-8.01.08P fabricate finished edge on vinyl-covered drywall finished edge is fabricated on vinyl-covered drywall
C-8.01.09P install aluminum window and door frames aluminum window and door frames are installed according to manufacturers’ specifications
C-8.01.10P handle pre-finished products with care pre-finished products are handled with care to avoid damage
C-8.01.11P install channels on steel studs for hanging gravity system channels on steel studs are installed for hanging gravity system according to manufacturers’ specifications
C-8.01.12P install gravity clips on back of drywall gravity clips are installed on back of drywall according to manufacturers’ specifications

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Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-8.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of demountable walls, their components, characteristics and applications define terminology associated with demountable walls and their components
identify types of demountable walls and their components, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of drywall used in demountable wall systems
describe framing systems used with demountable walls
identify sizes of prefinished drywall
C-8.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to install demountable walls and their components identify tools and equipment used to install demountable walls and their components, and describe their characteristics and procedures for use
describe procedures used to install demountable walls and their components
identify types of fastening systems used with demountable walls
describe fasteners used to install demountable walls

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C-8.02-Installs drywall

C-8.02-Installs drywall
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
NV yes NV yes NV yes yes NV no yes ND NV ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-8.02.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to task and manufacturers’ specifications
C-8.02.02P place drywall sheets drywall sheets are placed according to standards, codes and regulations, and with minimal waste
C-8.02.03P check that studs, and door and window frames are level and plumb during installation of sheets studs, and door and window frames are checked to be level and plumb during installation of sheets
C-8.02.04P measure and cut drywall drywall is measured and cut according to industry practices and with minimal waste
C-8.02.05P select and use fasteners fasteners are selected and used according to manufacturers’ specifications, project specifications and building codes
C-8.02.06P install drywall on concrete and block walls drywall is installed on concrete and block walls according to standards, codes and regulations
C-8.02.07P curve drywall drywall is curved according to industry practices and manufacturers’ specifications
C-8.02.08P measure and cut openings for windows, doors and penetrations openings for windows, doors and penetrations are measured and cut

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Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-8.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of drywall, its characteristics and applications define terminology associated with drywall
identify types of drywall,and describe their characteristics and applications
identify common thicknesses, widths and lengths of drywall
C-8.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to install drywall identify tools and equipment used to install drywall, and describe their characteristics and procedures for use
describe procedures used to install drywall
describe fasteners used to install drywall
identify finished ceiling heights
identify multi-layer requirements
identify sequence of installation of drywall sheets
identify problems and corrective measures related to installing drywall

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C-8.03-Finishes drywall

C-8.03-Finishes drywall
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
NV yes NV yes NV yes yes NV yes yes ND NV ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-8.03.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to task and manufacturers’ specifications
C-8.03.02P mix compound compound is mixed according to site conditions and manufacturers’ specifications
C-8.03.03P embed tape tape is embedded according to industry practices
C-8.03.04P apply compounds for rough coats compounds are applied for rough coats according to industry practices and manufacturers’ specifications
C-8.03.05P apply compounds for finish coats compounds are applied for finish coats according to industry practices and manufacturers’ specifications
C-8.03.06P sand joints joints are sanded according to industry practices

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Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-8.03.01L demonstrate knowledge of drywall, its characteristics and applications define terminology associated with drywall
identify types of drywall,and describe their characteristics and applications
identify common thicknesses, widths and lengths of drywall
C-8.03.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to finish drywall identify tools and equipment used to finish drywall, and describe their characteristics and procedures for use
describe procedures used to finish drywall
describe drywall finishing level definitions
identify drywall finishing materials
describe drywall sanding techniques
identify problems and corrective measures related to finishing of drywall

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C-8.04-Installs drywall trims and mouldings

C-8.04-Installs drywall trims and mouldings
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
NV yes NV yes NV yes yes NV yes yes ND NV ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-8.04.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to task and manufacturers’ specifications
C-8.04.02P select trims and mouldings trims and mouldings are selected according to task
C-8.04.03P measure and cut trims and mouldings trims and mouldings are measured and cut according to industry practices
C-8.04.04P fasten trims and mouldings trims and mouldings are fastened using methods
C-8.04.05P install trims to provide best look at reveal trims are installed to provide best look at reveal

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Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-8.04.01L demonstrate knowledge of drywall trims and mouldings, their characteristics, applications and functions define terminology associated with drywall trims and mouldings
identify types of drywall trims and mouldings,and describe their characteristics, applications and functions
identify trim and moulding locations
C-8.04.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to install drywall trims and mouldings identify tools and equipment used to install drywall trims and mouldings, and describe their characteristics and procedures for use
describe procedures used to install drywall trims and mouldings
describe methods used to fasten drywall trims and mouldings

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C-8.05-Installs security mesh

NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
NV yes NV yes NV yes yes NV yes yes ND NV ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-8.05.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to task and manufacturers’ specifications
C-8.05.02P cut mesh mesh is cut according to manufacturers’ specifications
C-8.05.03P attach mesh to framing with fasteners mesh is attached to framing with fasteners according to manufacturers’ specifications

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Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-8.05.01L demonstrate knowledge of security mesh, its properties, characteristics and applications define terminology associated with security mesh
identify types of security mesh,and describe their properties, characteristics and applications
C-8.05.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to install security mesh identify tools and equipment used to install security mesh, and describe their characteristics and procedures for use
describe procedures used to install security mesh
describe procedures used to butt and stagger joints of security mesh
describe methods used to fasten security mesh with fasteners

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C-8.06-Installs access panels

C-8.06-Installs access panels
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
NV yes NV yes NV yes yes NV yes yes ND NV ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-8.06.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to task and manufacturers’ specifications
C-8.06.02P select panels panels are selected according to application
C-8.06.03P identify panel location panel location is identified according to discussions with other tradespersons, and blueprints and drawings
C-8.06.04P modify wall and ceiling openings for panels wall and ceiling openings for panels are modified according to manufacturers’ specifications
C-8.06.05P install framing for opening framing for opening is installed according to manufacturers’ specifications
C-8.06.06P ensure panels are plumb, aligned and squared panels are plumb, aligned and squared
C-8.06.07P fasten panels and components panels and components are fastened according to manufacturers’ specifications

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Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-8.06.01L demonstrate knowledge of access panels, their components, characteristics and applications define terminology associated with access panels and their components
identify types of access panels and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of access panel components,and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of panel materials
describe requirements for fire-rated access panels
C-8.06.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to install access panels identify tools and equipment used to install access panels, and describe their characteristics and procedures for use
describe procedures used to install access panels

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Task C-9 Installs ceiling systems

Task descriptor

Lathers (Interior Systems Mechanics) install various ceiling systems for purposes such as aesthetic, acoustic, and concealment of electrical and mechanical devices.

Suspended ceilings are supported by vertical supports and bulkheads or walls. Bulkheads are supported by walls and/or higher substrates such as higher ceilings, slabs and other bulkheads. Non-suspended ceilings are made up of various types of materials such as glued-on tiles, stapled tiles and panels.

C-9.01-Installs suspended ceilings

C-9.01-Installs suspended ceilings
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
NV yes NV yes NV yes yes NV yes yes ND NV ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-9.01.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to task and manufacturers’ specifications
C-9.01.02P cut, place and secure hardware and panels hardware and panels are cut, placed and secured according to manufacturers’ specifications
C-9.01.03P cut out holes for electrical and mechanical devices holes for electrical and mechanical devices are cut out according to blueprints and drawings
C-9.01.04P handle pre-finished products with care pre-finished products are handled with care to avoid damage
C-9.01.05P adapt installation procedures to new systems installation procedures are adapted to new systems
C-9.01.06P locate expansion and control joints expansion and control joints are located
C-9.01.07P level, square and align ceiling grid ceiling grid is levelled, squared and aligned according to manufacturers’ specifications
C-9.01.08P calculate size of border panels size of border panels is calculated to achieve desired ceiling layout
C-9.01.09P install bridging bridging is installed according to manufacturers’ specifications

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Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-9.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of suspended ceilings, their components, characteristics and applications define terminology associated with suspended ceilings and their components
identify types of suspended ceilings and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of suspended ceiling components and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of grid systems and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of T-bar systems and describe their characteristics and applications
C-9.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to install suspended ceilings and their components identify tools and equipment used to install suspended ceilings and their components, and describe their characteristics and procedures for use
describe procedures used to install suspended ceilings and their components
describe methods of installing hangers
identify requirements for utility fixtures
C-9.01.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to the installation of suspended ceilings identify codes, standards, and regulations pertaining to the installation of suspended ceilings

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C-9.02-Installs non-suspended ceilings

C-9.02-Installs non-suspended ceilings
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
NV yes NV yes NV yes yes NV yes yes ND NV ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-9.02.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to task and manufacturers’ specifications
C-9.02.02P prepare substrate substrate is prepared to eliminate irregularities and ensure bonding
C-9.02.03P lay out, cut, shim, level and install strapping/furring strapping/furring is laid out, cut, shimmed, levelled and installed according to manufacturers’ specifications
C-9.02.04P lay out ceiling pattern ceiling pattern is laid out according to manufacturers’ specifications and blueprints and drawings
C-9.02.05P level, square and align ceiling ceiling is levelled, squared and aligned
C-9.02.06P cut out holes for electrical and mechanical devices holes for electrical and mechanical devices are cut out according to blueprints and drawings
C-9.02.07P install tiles tiles are installed using adhesives and fasteners according to manufacturers’ specifications

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Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-9.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of non-suspended ceilings, their characteristics and applications define terminology associated with non-suspended ceilings
identify types of non-suspended ceilings,and describe their characteristics and applications
C-9.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to install non-suspended ceilings identify tools and equipment used to install non-suspended ceilings, and describe their characteristics and procedures for use
describe procedures used to install non-suspended ceilings
identify types of adhesives and fasteners used to install non-suspended ceilings

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Task C-10 Installs access flooring systems

Task descriptor

Lathers (Interior Systems Mechanics) install access flooring systems. Access flooring systems allow for airflow, electrical grounding, flexibility in room usage and easy access to wiring. Lathers (Interior Systems Mechanics) must ensure that access flooring systems are level and stable.

C-10.01-Installs pedestals and supporting hardware

C-10.01-Installs pedestals and supporting hardware
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
NV yes NV yes NV yes yes NV no yes ND NV ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-10.01.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to task and manufacturers’ specifications
C-10.01.02P determine starting point starting point is determined
C-10.01.03P establish layout pattern for pedestal location layout pattern for pedestal location is established using measuring tape and chalk lines
C-10.01.04P assemble pedestals pedestals are assembled according to manufacturers’ specifications
C-10.01.05P place and fasten pedestals pedestals are placed and fastened with adhesives and mechanical fasteners according to manufacturers’ specifications
C-10.01.06P level pedestals pedestals are levelled
C-10.01.07P install grids on pedestals grids are installed on pedestals according to manufacturers’ specifications

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Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-10.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of access flooring systems, their characteristics and applications define terminology associated with access flooring systems
identify types of access flooring systems, and describe their characteristics and applications
C-10.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of pedestals, their supporting hardware, characteristics and applications define terminology associated with pedestals and their supporting hardware
identify types of pedestals and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of supporting hardware,and describe their characteristics and applications
C-10.01.03L demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to install pedestals and their supporting hardware identify tools and equipment used to install pedestals and their supporting hardware, and describe their characteristics and procedures for use
describe procedures used to install pedestals and their supporting hardware
describe layout methods

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C-10.02-Installs floor panels

C-10.02-Installs floor panels
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
NV yes NV yes NV yes yes NV no yes ND NV ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-10.02.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to task and manufacturers’ specifications
C-10.02.02P cut and trim panels to fit panels are cut and trimmed to fit
C-10.02.03P cut holes in panels for penetrations holes in panels are cut for penetrations according to blueprints and drawings
C-10.02.04P place and secure panels panels are placed and secured according to manufacturers’ specifications
C-10.02.05P select and install ramps and railings for computer access flooring ramps and railings for computer access flooring are selected and installed according to manufacturers’ specifications

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Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-10.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of floor panels, their characteristics and applications define terminology associated with floor panels
identify types of floor panelsand describe their characteristics and applications
C-10.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to install floor panels identify tools and equipment used to install floor panels, and describe their characteristics and procedures for use
describe procedures used to install floor panels

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Task C-11 Installs sound barriers and lead radiation shielding

Task descriptor

Lathers (Interior Systems Mechanics) install sound barriers to reduce sound transmission between areas to provide occupant privacy and comfort. Lead radiation shielding is installed to prevent radiation exposure in medical facilities and labs.

C-11.01-Installs sound barriers

C-11.01-Installs sound barriers
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
NV yes NV yes NV yes yes NV yes yes ND NV ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-11.01.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to task and manufacturers’ specifications
C-11.01.02P cut and fit insulation insulation is cut and fitted
C-11.01.03P install foil-backed insulation with foil tape and tracks foil-backed insulation is installed with foil tape and tracks and seams are covered according to manufacturers’ specifications
C-11.01.04P install pre-finished sound panels pre-finished sound panels are installed according to manufacturers’ specifications
C-11.01.05P install lead sheeting lead sheeting is installed with fasteners according to manufacturers’ specifications
C-11.01.06P install resilient channel resilient channel is installed according to manufacturers’ specifications, project specifications and building codes
C-11.01.07P caulk and seal penetrations and perimeter penetrations and perimeter are caulked and sealed with acoustical caulking and fire-rated caulking according to manufacturers’ specifications, project specifications and building codes

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Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-11.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of sound barriers, their characteristics, properties and applications define terminology associated with sound barriers
identify types of sound barriers and describe their characteristics, properties and applications
C-11.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to install sound barriers identify tools and equipment used to install sound barriers, and describe their characteristics and procedures for use
describe procedures used to install sound barriers
identify types of caulking and describe their applications

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C-11.02-Installs lead radiation shielding

C-11.02-Installs lead radiation shielding
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
NV yes NV yes NV yes yes NV yes yes ND NV ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-11.02.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to task and manufacturers’ specifications
C-11.02.02P cut shielding shielding is cut using tools and equipment
C-11.02.03P fasten shielding shielding is fastened using fasteners according to manufacturers’ specifications
C-11.02.04P install lead-lined drywall on walls and ceilings lead-lined drywall is installed on walls and ceilings according to manufacturers’ specifications
C-11.02.05P cover screws with lead tabs screws are covered with lead tabs
C-11.02.06P encase electrical boxes with lead shielding electrical boxes are encased with lead shielding
C-11.02.07P treat inside and outside corners, and door and window frames with shielding inside and outside corners, and door and window frames are treated with shielding according to manufacturers’ specifications

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Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-11.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of lead radiation shielding, their characteristics, purpose and applications define terminology associated with lead radiation shielding
identify types of lead radiation shieldingand describe their characteristics, purpose and applications
describe lead handling precautions
identify locations where lead radiation shielding might be installed
C-11.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of lead inspection process for radiation describe the procedures used to inspect lead radiation shielding
C-11.02.03L demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to install lead radiation shielding identify tools and equipment used to install lead radiation shielding, and describe their characteristics and procedures for use
describe procedures used to install lead radiation shielding

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Task C-12 Installs smoke and fire barriers

Task descriptor

Lathers (Interior Systems Mechanics) install smoke and fire barriers to control the spread of fire and smoke, and delay the collapse of buildings to allow occupants to escape a building fire.

C-12.01-Installs shaft wall systems

C-12.01-Installs shaft wall systems
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
NV yes NV yes NV yes yes NV yes yes ND NV ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-12.01.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to task and manufacturers’ specifications
C-12.01.02P determine layout pattern layout pattern is determined according to blueprints and drawings, building codes, regulations, and manufacturers’ specifications
C-12.01.03P cut, install and plumb studs and tracks studs and tracks are cut, installed and plumbed
C-12.01.04P seal joints and cracks joints and cracks are sealed according to manufacturers’ specifications and building codes
C-12.01.05P install core board core board is installed using friction fit method according to building codes, regulations, and manufacturers’ specifications

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Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-12.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of shaft wall systems, their components, characteristics and applications define terminology associated with shaft wall systems and their components
identify types of shaft wall systems and their components, and describe their characteristics and applications
C-12.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to install shaft wall systems and their components identify tools and equipment used to install shaft wall systems and their components, and describe their characteristics and procedures for use
describe procedures used to install shaft wall systems
describe sequence of construction of shaft walls
identify types of fasteners used in the installation of shaft wall systems
C-12.01.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to the installation of shaft wall systems identify codes, standards and regulations pertaining to the installation of shaft wall systems

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C-12.02-Seals penetrations

C-12.02-Seals penetrations
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
NV yes NV yes NV yes yes NV yes yes ND NV ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-12.02.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to task and manufacturers’ specifications
C-12.02.02P locate and seal metal sleeves metal sleeves are located and sealed by caulking inside and outside
C-12.02.03P line openings with fire-rated drywall openings are lined with fire-rated drywall

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Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-12.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of penetrations, their characteristics and applications define terminology associated with penetrations
identify types of penetrations, and describe their characteristics and applications
C-12.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to seal penetrations identify tools and equipment used to seal penetrations, and describe their characteristics and procedures for use
describe procedures used to seal penetrations
identify materials used to seal penetrations
identify clearances required for expansion
C-12.02.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to sealing of penetrations identify codes, standards and regulations pertaining to sealing of penetrations

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C-12.03-Encloses beams, columns and staircases to achieve desired fire rating

C-12.03-Encloses beams, columns and staircases to achieve desired fire rating
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
NV yes NV yes NV yes yes NV yes yes ND NV ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-12.03.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to task and manufacturers’ specifications
C-12.03.02P cut framing and drywall framing and drywall are cut according to manufacturers’ specifications
C-12.03.03P fit framing and drywall framing and drywall are fitted using fasteners according to manufacturers’ specifications

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Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-12.03.01L demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to enclose beams, columns and staircases to achieve desired fire rating identify tools and equipment used to enclose beams, columns and staircases, and describe their characteristics and procedures for use
describe procedures used to enclose beams, columns and staircases
identify materials and components used to enclose beams, columns and staircases to achieve desired fire rating
identify types of fasteners used to install framing and drywall
identify sequence of assembly of enclosure
C-12.03.02L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to fire ratings identify codes, standards and regulations pertaining to fire ratings

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