Major Work Activity C - Installs interior systems

Table of Contents

• Task C-8 Installs wall systems and components
  • C-8.01 Installs demountable walls
  • C-8.02 Installs drywall
  • C-8.03 Finishes drywall
  • C-8.04 Installs drywall trims and mouldings
  • C-8.05 Installs security mesh
  • C-8.06 Installs access panels
• Task C-9 Installs ceiling systems
  • C-9.01 Installs suspended ceilings
  • C-9.02 Installs non-suspended ceilings
• Task C-10 Installs access flooring systems
  • C-10.01 Installs pedestals and supporting hardware
  • C-10.02 Installs flooring panels
• Task C-11 Installs sound barriers and lead radiation shielding
  • C-11.01 Installs sound barriers
  • C-11.02 Installs lead radiation shielding
• Task C-12 Installs smoke and fire barriers
  • C-12.01 Installs shaft wall systems
  • C-12.02 Seals penetrations
  • C-12.03 Encloses beams, columns and staircases to achieve desired fire rating

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

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

Range of variables

• tools and equipment include: routers, keyhole saws, knives, rasps, pencil, tape measure, drywall lifter
• fasteners include: screws (framing, drywall), clips, tape (hook and loop, double-sided), brackets
• drawings include: engineered shop drawings, architectural drawings, structural drawings

Knowledge

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

Range of variables

• components include: baseboards, J trims, corner pieces, top tracks, battens
• types of demountable walls include: gravity lock, side clip, batten systems
• drywall used in demountable wall systems include: vinyl-covered, cloth-covered, veneer-covered
• tools and equipment include: routers, keyhole saws, knives, rasps, pencil, tape measure, drywall lifter
• types of fastening systems include: progressive, non-progressive
• fasteners include: screws (framing, drywall), clips, tape (hook and loop, double-sided), brackets

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

Range of variables

• tools and equipment include: screw guns, routers, drywall lifters, saws (key hole, wallboard), T-squares, knives, tape measures, pencils
• fasteners include: screws, nails, concrete nails, adhesives

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

Range of variables

• types of drywall include: fire-rated, regular, moisture‑resistant
• tools and equipment include: screw guns, routers, drywall lifters, saws (key hole, wallboard), T-squares, knives, tape measures, pencils
• fasteners include: screws, nails, concrete nails, adhesives

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

Range of variables

• tools and equipment include: tin snips, mixing drill and paddle, utility knives, hawks and trowels, mud pans, taping knives, sandpaper, sanding tools

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

Range of variables

• types of drywall include: fire-rated, regular, moisture‑resistant, cement board
• tools and equipment include: tin snips, mixing drill and paddle, utility knives, hawks and trowels, mud pans, taping knives, sandpaper, sanding tools
• drywall finishing materials include: joint compound, joint tape, corner beads and trims, perforated paper, reinforcing tape, mesh tape, compounds (quick setting, all purpose, finish)

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

Range of variables

• tools and equipment include: aviation snips, hacksaws, mitre saws, bead clinchers, mallets, staplers, putty knives, tape measures, pencils
• trims include: corner beads (plastic, metal, bullnose), L-beads, J-beads, expansion and control joints
• mouldings include: plaster, cove, step, ornamental
• methods include: nailing, screwing, clinching, gluing, stapling

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

Range of variables

• trims include: corner beads (plastic, metal, bullnose), L-beads, J-beads, expansion and control joints
• mouldings include: plaster, cove, step, ornamental
• trim and moulding locations include: corners, closet edges, transitions, door frames
• tools and equipment include: aviation snips, hacksaws, mitre saws, bead clinchers, mallets, staplers, putty knives, tape measures, pencils
• methods include: nailing, screwing, clinching, gluing, stapling

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

Range of variables

• tools and equipment include: bolt cutters, nibblers, electric shears, rotary cut-off tools
• fasteners include: security screws, regular screws, washers

Knowledge

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

Range of variables

• properties include: gauge, weights, material, composition, mesh size
• applications include:banks, secure storage rooms, prisons
• tools and equipment include: bolt cutters, nibblers, electric shears, rotary cut-off tools
• fasteners include: security screws, regular screws, washers

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

Range of variables

• tools and equipment include: tape measures, pencils, aviation snips, impact drills, mixing drills, tape, putty knives, mixing paddles, sanding tools
• drawings include: engineered shop drawings, architectural drawings, structural drawings
• components include: hinges, springs, latches

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

Range of variables

• components include: hinges, springs, latches
• types of access panels include: fire rated, non-fire rated
• types of panel materials include: plastic, drywall, metal, glass-reinforced gypsum (GRG)

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

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

Range of variables

• drawings include: engineered shop drawings, architectural drawings, structural drawings

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

Range of variables

• components include: inserts, hanger wire, main and cross T’s, perimeter mouldings, panels
• types of suspended ceilings include: acoustical, metal, wood
• types of grid systems include: concealed, fine grid, standard grid, specialty ceilings
• types of T-bar systems include: fire rated, non-fire rated
• methods of installing hangers include: tying wires to structure, using various anchors

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

Range of variables

• tools and equipment include: tape measures, utility knives, keyhole saws, hammers, levels, laser levels, staple guns
• drawings include: engineered shop drawings, architectural drawings, structural drawings
• fasteners include: metal spline, staples, screws, nails

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

Range of variables

• types of non-suspended ceilings include: glue-on, stapled tiles
• fasteners include: metal spline, staples, screws, nails

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

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

Range of variables

• tools and equipment include: measuring tapes, chalk lines, laser levelling equipment, spirit levels, hammer drills, caulking guns

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

Range of variables

• types of access flooring systems include: rigid grid, free-standing, snap lock
• supporting hardware includes: stringers, screws, wall moulding
• types of pedestals include: grid, gridless
• tools and equipment include: measuring tapes, chalk lines, laser levelling equipment, spirit levels, hammer drills, caulking guns

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

Range of variables

• tools and equipment include: screw guns, suction cup panel lifters, band saws, tape measures, pry bars, laser levels
• drawings include: engineered shop drawings, architectural drawings, structural drawings

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

Range of variables

• tools and equipment include: screw guns, suction cup panel lifters, band saws, tape measures, pry bars, laser levels
• drawings include: engineered shop drawings, architectural drawings, structural drawings

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

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

Range of variables

• fasteners include: drywall screws, wafer screws, washers, clips, contact cement

Knowledge

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

Range of variables

• types of sound barriers include: acoustical batt insulation, plenum baffles, lead sheeting, steel stud and drywall, resilient channels, pre-finished sound panels

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

Range of variables

• tools and equipment include: knives, shears, aviation snips, screw guns, impact guns
• fasteners include: wafers, drywall screws, nails, mechanical fasteners, washers, screws, adhesive

Knowledge

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

Range of variables

• characteristics include: weight, thicknesses
• purpose includes: sound proofing, radiation protection
• locations include: hospitals, dental offices, laboratories
• tools and equipment include: knives, shears, aviation snips, screw guns, impact guns

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

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