Lesson 1Metal stud erection: fixing tracks to floor/ ceiling, setting studs plumb, spacing, bracing, and cutting to fitExpertise in raising metal stud walls by securing tracks, aligning studs vertically and squarely, managing gaps and supports, and fitting around openings for sturdy frameworks.
Fixing head and floor tracks securelySetting studs plumb and alignedStud spacing at 400mm or 600mmNogging, bracing, and stiffeningForming openings within stud wallsLesson 2Fixing plasterboard: screw patterns, board orientation (stagger joints), cutting for openings and returnsStudy proper plasterboard attachment, orientations, joint offsets, screw layouts, cuts for openings, gap control, edge backing, to yield stable, even surfaces for finishing.
Board orientation on walls and ceilingsStaggering vertical and horizontal jointsScrew types, spacing, and edge distancesCutting boards for sockets and servicesForming returns, corners, and soffitsLesson 3Trim and finishing: beads, movement joints, perimeter seals, and prepping for paintingInstall trims, beads, expansion joints, edge seals, then ready surfaces for paint by fixing small flaws, clearing dust, and using primers for strong finishes.
Fixing angle and stop beadsDefining and sealing movement jointsPerimeter acoustic and fire sealsFilling pinholes and minor blemishesDust removal and primer selectionLesson 4Preparing substrate: cleaning, repairing loose masonry, raking out joints, treating damp or contaminationPrepare surfaces for lining by cleaning, mending, stabilizing masonry, handling moisture and pollutants, for a solid, even base supporting adhesion and longevity.
Cleaning and degreasing wall surfacesRaking out and repairing loose jointsRebonding hollow or friable masonryTreating damp, salts, and stainingPrimers and bonding agents selectionLesson 5Taping and jointing sequence: joint tape selection, setting coat, fill coat, finish coat, sanding and defect inspectionExecute taping and jointing steps, tape choices, setting to final coats, sanding, managing drying, light, inspections for smooth, decor-ready faces.
Choosing paper or mesh joint tapeApplying setting and fill coatsFinish coats and feathering edgesDrying times and environmental controlSanding, backlighting, and snag checksLesson 6Final inspection and handover checks: plumb, flatness tolerances, acoustic checks (basic in-situ tests)Conduct end checks and transfers, plumb, evenness limits, joint standards, sound tests, records, ensuring lining fits specs and suits next trades.
Checking plumb, level, and flatnessInspecting joints, beads, and cornersBasic in-situ acoustic performance checksRecording defects and remedial actionsHandover documentation and sign-offLesson 7Installing insulation and allowances for services: routing electrical and data, using service zones and conduit strategiesFit insulation and plan utilities in linings, zones, pipes, grommets to shield wires, preserve sound, fire, heat without harming surfaces.
Types and placement of cavity insulationService zones in walls and ceilingsRouting electrical and low-voltage dataConduit, capping, and cable protectionMaintaining fire and acoustic integrityLesson 8Door and window reveals: framing reveals, jamb linings, lintel/ disable transition detailsFrame and line door/window openings, stud work, side linings, beam details, shifts to nearby finishes, keeping spaces, fire, sound standards.
Framing studs around openingsSetting jamb studs and trimmersBoarding window and door revealsLintel and head detail treatmentsManaging movement and sealant gapsLesson 9Dot-and-dab adhesive method: adhesive specification, dab patterns, board positioning and temporary fixationGrasp dot-and-dab, adhesive kinds, mixing, dab setups, board placement, verticality, evenness, curing, supports for firm masonry linings.
Adhesive types and manufacturer specsMixing, pot life, and workability checksSetting out dab lines and patternsPositioning boards and tapping to lineTemporary props and curing timesLesson 10Setting out and marking: datum lines, plaster thickness allowances, stud centers (600mm or 400mm), and door/window revealsHone layout skills with reference lines, level checks, plaster depths, stud marks, openings, reveals for uniform, aligned dry lining.
Establishing horizontal datum linesTransferring levels and checking plumbAllowances for plaster and skim depthMarking stud centers and grid linesSetting out door and window openings
