Lesson 1Interiors and finishes: partition types, gypsum systems, floor finishes, acoustic and fire-rated assembliesThis section explains how to define interior and finish scopes, including partitions, gypsum systems, floor finishes, and acoustic and fire-rated assemblies, clarifying overlaps between drywall, flooring, and specialty ceiling trades.
Partition framing, layout, and backing scopeGypsum board hanging, taping, and level of finishFloor finish types, prep, and transition detailsAcoustic ceilings, baffles, and sound treatmentsFire-rated walls, shafts, and penetration detailsLesson 2Special trades and ancillary scope: elevators, site paving, landscaping, temporary works, testing and commissioningThis section defines scopes for special trades and ancillary work, including elevators, site paving, landscaping, temporary works, and testing and commissioning, clarifying responsibilities, interfaces, and performance criteria.
Elevator hoistway, pits, and coordinationSite paving, curbs, and joint responsibilitiesLandscaping, planting, and irrigation scopeTemporary works, scaffolds, and protectionsTesting, commissioning, and turnover criteriaLesson 3Roofing and terraces: low-slope roofing assemblies, insulation, drainage, roof access and fall-protectionThis section addresses roofing and terrace scopes, including low-slope assemblies, insulation, drainage, and access systems, defining trade limits between structure, roofing, sheet metal, safety, and waterproofing contractors.
Low-slope roofing membrane and layersRoof insulation type, thickness, and taperingRoof drains, scuppers, and overflow routingParapet caps, flashings, and terminationsRoof access ladders, hatches, and anchorsLesson 4Envelope and façade systems: curtain wall vs masonry veneer vs storefront, air/vapor barriers, flashing and interfacesThis section covers envelope and façade scope definition, comparing curtain wall, masonry veneer, and storefront systems, and clarifying air and vapor barriers, flashings, and interface responsibilities at all transitions.
Curtain wall design, supply, and installationMasonry veneer support, ties, and weepsStorefront framing, glazing, and hardwareAir and vapor barrier continuity scopeFlashing, terminations, and interface detailsLesson 5Primary structure: concrete casting sequence, rebar placement, formwork, steel erection and connections, composite systemsThis section details how to break down primary structural work into clear scopes, including concrete, reinforcing steel, formwork, and structural steel, while defining interfaces, tolerances, and erection sequencing between trades.
Concrete casting sequence by level and pour breaksRebar supply, shop drawings, and field placementFormwork design, stripping, and reshoring scopeStructural steel fabrication, erection, and boltingComposite deck, studs, and concrete topping scopeLesson 6Foundations and below-grade: piling vs spread footings, mat foundations, waterproofing, sub-slab drainage and insulationThis section covers how to scope and coordinate foundations and below-grade work, including piling, spread and mat foundations, waterproofing, drainage, and insulation, with clear limits between structural, civil, and waterproofing trades.
Piling vs spread footings responsibilitiesMat foundation reinforcement and placementBasement wall and slab waterproofing scopeSub-slab drainage, sumps, and outlet tie-insBelow-grade insulation and protection boardsLesson 7Sitework: utilities, demolition, shoring, excavation, dewatering, erosion and sediment controlsThis section explains how to scope sitework, including utilities, demolition, shoring, excavation, dewatering, and erosion controls, with clear handoffs between civil, structural, and building trades and required sequencing.
Selective demolition and salvage scopeExcavation, backfill, and compaction limitsTemporary and permanent shoring systemsDewatering methods, discharge, and monitoringUnderground utilities routing and tie-insLesson 8MEP scope: HVAC systems selection and zoning, plumbing risers and sanitary drainage, electrical distribution, fire protection and life-safety systemsThis section details how to define MEP scopes, including HVAC zoning, plumbing risers, sanitary drainage, electrical distribution, and fire protection, while coordinating supports, penetrations, and life-safety interfaces.
HVAC equipment, zoning, and ductwork scopeHydronic, chilled, and condenser water pipingPlumbing risers, stacks, and vent routingPower distribution, panels, and feedersFire sprinklers, alarms, and life-safety links
