Drywall Level 1

Description

About our author

The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) education foundation that provides portable, industry-recognized credentials and certifications for skilled craft professionals. Its comprehensive workforce development system includes accreditation, training, assessment, certification and career development solutions for the construction and maintenance industries.

Key features of this title

Practical application

• Step-by-step instructions throughout the text guide students in performing technical procedures safely and efficiently.
• An introductory page for each module lists the module objectives and relevant trade terms. It also includes performance tasks for applying new knowledge to real-world tasks.

Self-review

• Section review questions at the end of each section test students’ knowledge of the content they’ve just read.
• Review questions reinforce the knowledge students gain while measuring what they understand.

Learning aids

• Trade features present technical tips and professional practices based on real scenarios encountered on the job.
• Figures and tables throughout each module illustrate important concepts and clarify complex instructions.

New and updated features of this title

Modernized content

• REVISED: Modern equipment, tools, approaches and best practices have been incorporated, bringing the content in line with current industry practices.
• EXPANDED: Rebalanced coverage between wood and cold-formed steel framing applications ensures trainees learn drywall applications for both residential and commercial applications.
• REVISED: Incorporated input from diverse subject matter experts helps ensure the updated training reflects modern industry needs.

Complete redesign

• REVISED: The latest instructional systems design is reflected in the new edition. With this shift, learning objectives are linked to the content of each module.
• NEW: A new, modern page design, complete with new art, improves the readability and accessibility of the material.
• NEW: Trade vocabulary is now defined in context, helping trainees more quickly grasp concepts.

Drywall, Level 1, is the first installment of NCCER’s two-part drywall program. In this first level of drywall training, you’ll learn the basics of key concepts, including insulation, installation and finishing. You’ll also get to know the materials and tools used in the drywall profession.

The 2nd Edition was developed with a diverse group of subject matter experts. It focuses on modernizing the curriculum and creating more balance between residential and commercial applications.

This edition reflects NCCER’s latest instructional systems design, which links learning objectives to each module’s content. A new, modern page design improves the readability and accessibility of the material. In addition to new art, the redesign incorporates drywall vocabulary defined in context.