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A practical, education-level class designed
to expose students to basic tile installation materials, tools
and methods.
Instructor will discuss: the common misconceptions
regarding ceramic tile and tile installations, the TCA Handbook,
ANSI A108 Specifications, minimizing installation problems,
working with installation materials, housekeeping, finishing
and minor repairs.
Course objective: Students should: have a greater understanding
of the installation process, be able to use the TCA Handbook
effectively, know how to mix and apply basic installation materials
and be able to use and maintain tile installation tools.
Tools required: Will be furnished with basic tools. Students
must bring pencils, pens and notebook.
Certification: None given. Students who complete this
course are eligible to test and receive a certificate of satisfactory
completion
Schedule
Day 1
8:00-9:00 Orientation - the instructor will discuss the students'
classroom projects, location of tools and materials, first
aid location, safety equipment, CTEF and Tile Council of North America
policies and other rules of the classroom site and location.
The purpose and origin of CTEF and TCNA is also covered.
Learning objective:
* Understand the location of classroom materials
* Understand classroom safety procedures
* Understand the rules of the classroom
* Have a basic overview of the weeks events
* Understand the purpose and structure of TCNA and CTEF
9:00-11:00 Selecting appropriate installation methods - the
instructor will discuss how to read and use the TCA Handbook
for Ceramic Tile Installation and the ANSI 108/118 Standards
for installation.
Learning objective:
* Understand how the TCA Handbook is used
* Understand how the ANSI Handbook is used
* How the standards became approved methods
11:00-12:00 ANSI 137.1 Manufacturing standards
and products
Learning objective:
* Different types of products in the marketplace
* Performance characteristics of different types of tile
* The importance of using understanding ANSI 137.1
12:00-1:00 Lunch break.
1:00-2:00 TCNA testing lab tour - attendee's
will tour the TCNA lab facilities and production bay.
2:00-2:45 Surface preparation theory and techniques
- the instructor will discuss the importance of sound surface
preparation practices.
Learning objective:
* Understand the importance of surface preparation
* Understand the responsibility assigned to various trades
in surface preparation
3:00-5:00 Tile Preparation materials, types
of thinsets and grouts. A discussion and demonstration of
the various materials used in conjunction with preparation
and installation of ceramic tile.
Learning Objective:
* Understand standard materials and methods
* Understand the use of Proprietary materials and methods
Day 2
8:00 - 9:00 Layout theory and techniques - the instructor
will discuss and demonstrate layout techniques for the most
common residential tile installations.
Learning objective:
* Understand the importance of good layout practices
* Use basic layout tools
9:00-9:45 Ceramic tile installation tools
and safety - the instructor will discuss safety issues related
to the installation of ceramic tile. Operation and safe use
of tile installation tools is also covered.
Learning objective:
" Understand the need for a safe workplace environment
" Safely use basic tile installation tools
10:00-12:00 Backerboards, Membranes, properties
and installation techniques - the instructor will discuss use
and installation of various tile backerboards and membrane
systems.
Learning objective:
* Understand how to select and install the appropriate tile
backerboard
* Understand the appropriate use and installation techniques
for various types of membranes
12:00-1:00 Lunch
1:00-5:00 Ceramic tile installation theory
and techniques - the instructor will discuss and demonstrate
various thinbed installation methods. The students will use
this time to install tiles in the modules.
Learning objective:
* Understand how different installation methods work and achieve
varying degrees of performance
* Understand the basic processes required to complete a ceramic
tile installation
Day
3
8:00-9:30 Deflection of wood and suspended concrete substrates - the instructor will demonstrate the deflection properties
of various types of wood subfloors and attached underlayments.
A discussion will also cover suspended concrete floors.
Learning objective:
* The deflection of various types of common wood subfloors
* The deflection of suspended concrete floors
9:30-12:00 Ceramic tile installation theory
and techniques - The instructor will discuss and demonstrate
various thin-bed installation methods. The students will resume
installation in the modules.
12:00-1:00 Lunch Break
1:00-5:00 Ceramic tile installation theory
and techniques (continued from the previous lesson)
Day 4
8:00-9:30 Expansion joint materials and placement: The instructor
will discuss and demonstrate proper construction of movement
accommodation joints and installation of pre-made joints and
edge protection systems. A brief discussion will also be held
on crack suppression and joint relocation.
Learning objective:
* Recommended placement of movement accommodation joints
* Proper construction of joints
* Techniques for dealing with cracks and joints affecting
the aesthetics of the installation
9:00-12:00 Ceramic tile installation theory
and techniques (continued from the previous lesson)
12:00-1:00 Lunch break
1:00-5:00 Ceramic tile installation theory
and techniques (continued from the morning lesson).
Day 5
8:00-10:00 Grouting and finishing techniques - the instructor
will discuss and demonstrate various grouts, grouting, and
finishing materials and techniques.
Learning objective:
* Understand how to select, mix, apply and finish grouts
10:00-12:00 Grouting and finishing techniques - students will use this time to grout modules.
Learning objective:
* Understand basic cementitious grouting procedures
12:00-1:00 Lunch
1:00-2:00 Sealers and maintenance. In this
session sealers and proper methods of ceramic tile floor care
will be discussed.
Learning objective:
* Understand the use of sealers and floor care
2:00-4:00 Demolition of tile work in modules
- students will observe for compliance to industry guidelines
while removing and disposing of materials installed in modules.
4:00-5:00 Final Question and Answer session
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For more information,
contact the Ceramic Tile Education Foundation
at 864-222-2131 or
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