AP Plasterer
18 courses · Palomar College · 2026-2027 Catalog
AP PL 701 Orientation
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 1.00 hours lecture, 1.50 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- Student is a Registered State Indentured Apprentice
An introduction to the Interior Systems program. Safe and proper use of hand tools, power tools, trade related math, beginning print reading and layout as well as safety certifications. Certifications will include scaffold erector/dismantler (welded frame) and low velocity powder actuated tools.
AP PL 702 Safety and Health Certifications
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 1.00 hours lecture, 1.50 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- Student is a Registered State Indentured Apprentice
Instruction in safety and health training that meets the needs of the Interior Systems industry. Content includes certification in Power Industrial Trucks, Aerial Lift, American Red Cross First Aid / CPR/ AED, and OSHA 10.
AP PL 703 Printreading
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 1.00 hours lecture, 1.50 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- Student is a Registered State Indentured Apprentice
An introduction to the basic visualization skills needed for reading and interpreting construction prints. Demonstration of the significance of views, elevations and the role of specifications as they relate to prints.
AP PL 705 Basic Lathing
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 1.00 hours lecture, 1.50 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- Student is a Registered State Indentured Apprentice
Presents the basic lathing methods used in the industry for exterior/interior installations. Students will use the skills presented to complete a lathing project as part of this course.
AP PL 706 Basic Plastering
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 1.00 hours lecture, 1.50 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- Student is a Registered State Indentured Apprentice
This course provides a brief history of plastering and a complete picture of what the plastering industry is like today. The importance of good lathing and proper inspection of lathing will be emphasized. Proper hawk and trowel and basic tool use will be demonstrated.
AP PL 707 Exterior Plastering
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 1.00 hours lecture, 1.50 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- Student is a Registered State Indentured Apprentice
An introduction to Portland Cement Plaster (a.k.a. stucco) and the processes involved in completing a plastering job. This course will stress the importance of good workmanship and adherence to proven methods of work. Students will begin to develop mastery of basic plastering tools in this course.
AP PL 708 DOT and Screed Techniques
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 1.00 hours lecture, 1.50 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- Student is a Registered State Indentured Apprentice
This course is designed to teach the importance of plumb and square projects. The students will use 3-4-5 or center line methods to square the project, establish control lines and wall finish lines. The plumbing of the project will be demonstrated through the dotting and screeding portion of instruction. The student will brown up and finish a project using methods of application previously covered.
AP PL 709 Interior Plastering
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 1.00 hours lecture, 1.50 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- Student is a Registered State Indentured Apprentice
An introduction to modern gypsum interior plastering systems. Proper methods of application, proper proportioning and mixing, and good workmanship will be demonstrated in this course.
AP PL 710 Finish Applications
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 1.00 hours lecture, 1.50 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- Student is a Registered State Indentured Apprentice
The course will emphasize three different types of molds, their use and application. Components and production of a mold, how to horse a mold and create inside and outside miters will also be covered.
AP PL 711 Ornamental Plastering
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 1.00 hours lecture, 1.50 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- Student is a Registered State Indentured Apprentice
This course is designed to provide instruction and practice in advanced geometric lay out problems. Class project will guide students through each phase of production to produce an elliptical arch, with keystone at the arch apex. The project will introduce students to benching a mold, setting and pointing staff, building a working trammel and successfully running a trammel mold.
AP PL 713 Theme Plastering
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 1.00 hours lecture, 1.50 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- Student is a Registered State Indentured Apprentice
This course is designed to teach the student the basic knowledge and skills required to successfully plan and execute a simple project that requires the use of manufactured rock. A study of real rock formations and the techniques used to copy them will be covered as well as painting and highlighting, required tools, art lay out, and carving techniques.
AP PL 715 Exterior Insulation Finish Systems (EIFS)
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 1.00 hours lecture, 1.50 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- Student is a Registered State Indentured Apprentice
Introduction to the basic working knowledge and technical skills needed to successfully install Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems EIFS (foam products) to meet industry specifications and standards. Introduction to the proper usage of products and materials will be discussed and used.
AP PL 716 Firestop/Fireproofing Procedures
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 1.00 hours lecture, 1.50 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- Student is a Registered State Indentured Apprentice
Emphasis on the correct methods, technical skills and firestop materials required to complete a Firestop System. Firestopping is a complete fire containment system designed to prevent the passage of fire, smoke and hot gasses from one side of a rated wall/ceiling assembly to another.
AP PL 717 Free-Form Lathing
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 1.00 hours lecture, 1.50 hours lab
Introduction to the techniques and skills needed for construction of freeform lath projects. Layout techniques using grids and projection overlay will be presented. Methods for bending and shaping of rebar and pencil rod, lath handling and tying along with welding and cutting techniques will be demonstrated and applied.
AP PL 718 Plastering Equipment
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 1.00 hours lecture, 1.50 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- Student is a Registered State Indentured Apprentice
Terminology, components and operating procedures for plastering equipment and machinery. Machine maintenance, safety, troubleshooting procedures, limits of operation and communication practices will be covered. Students will inspect and properly set up and clean a plastering pump.
AP PL 774 Tool & Equipment Applications
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 1.00 hours lecture, 1.50 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- Student is a Registered State Indentured Apprentice; Student is a registered State Indentured Apprentice
This course promotes hand/power tool and equipment skill development for various construction applications. Scaffold building, aerial lift safety, and operating procedures will be covered. Upon successful completion, students will be issued United Brotherhood of Carpenters (UBC) Aerial Lift and Scaffold Erector-Welded Frame Qualification Cards.
AP PL 783 Crew Lead Training
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 1.00 hours lecture, 1.50 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- Student is a Registered State Indentured Apprentice; Student is a registered State indentured apprentice.
This course covers the supervisory and crew leadership skills required for professional development in the residential/commercial scaffold/plaster erector industry.
AP PL 797 Plasterer Topics
- Units
- 0.5-4
- Hours
- 0.50-4.00 hours lecture, 1.50-12.00 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- Student is a Registered State Indentured Apprentice
Topics in Plasterer. See Class Schedule for specific topic offered. Course title will designate subject covered.