EDSN 201 - Materials and Finishes

1. Research and find information sources for varying project considerations.
2. Identify appropriate materials selection for a variety of client needs.
3. Recognize the installation requirements of various materials.
4. Utilize proper finish selections based on accurate knowledge of product properties, use, specification liabilities, building codes and fire safety criteria.
5. Accurately specify, measure, cost, order and oversee installation of various materials.
6. Specify appropriate interior components such as moldings, doors, hardware, fireplaces and architectural details.
7. Specify appropriate ceiling treatments, window coverings, floor coverings, wall coverings, upholstery, and a variety of building materials and finishes.
8. Measure and figure quantities and pricing for window treatments, wall coverings, floor coverings, and upholstery.
9. Coordinate guidelines for contract documents and specifications.
10. Demonstrate an understanding of how to use the Sweets catalogs.
11. Understanding of cabinet construction including joinery, materials of construction, hardware, etc.
12. Write accurate specifications for architectural detailing including commercial floor and wall systems, interior finishes, doors, windows, trim and moldings, hardware, and custom case goods.
13. Prepare contract documents to include:
    1. Typed finish schedules, control sheets or purchase requisitions
    2. Floor plans keyed to schedule
14. Prepare work orders to communicate to the craftsperson the fabrication concept and pricing.
15. Prepare an oral presentation for project critique to include:
    1. Appropriate use of interior finishes vocabulary
    2. Justification of design solution

• Environmental concerns
• Specifications and schedules
• Interior and exterior applications
• Wall materials
• Paint and wall covering
• Floor coverings
• Uniform Building Codes (UBC)
• American Disabilities Act (ADA)
• Window treatments
• National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
• Doors and hardware
• Construction and installation techniques
• Cabinet details and millwork
• Furniture construction
• Sustainable practices
• Ceiling materials

 
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