Apprenticeship Carpentry, Drywall/Lather
Certificate of Achievement Apprenticeship: Carpentry · Santiago Canyon College · 2025-2026 Catalog
The Certificate of Achievement in Apprenticeship Carpentry, Drywall/Lather provides the related and supplemental instruction required for interior systems apprentices. Drywall/Lathers install metal stud framing, drywall, and lath according to layout plans, blueprints, and specifications. They frame and construct walls and ceilings to the necessary height and dimensions, and complete the construction for the interior/exterior of a building including the heavy gage framing and application for the exterior of the project. Successful completion may result in journeyworker status. Interested apprentices should contact the Carpentry Apprenticeship Committee and the Apprenticeship Office at Santiago Canyon College.
Program Courses & Requirements
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Apprenticeship Carpentry, Drywall/Lather, CA: Complete all of the following | 26 | |
| Certificate requirements | 20 | |
| ACA 071A | Orientation | 2 |
| ACA 071B | Safety and Health Certifications | 2 |
| ACA 071C | Tool/Equipment Applications | 1.5 |
| ACA 072A | Basic Metal Framing | 1.5 |
| ACA 072B | Basic Lathing | 1.5 |
| ACA 073A | Framing Ceilings and Soffits | 1.5 |
| ACA 073B | Framing Suspended Ceilings | 1.5 |
| ACA 073C | Framing Curves and Arches | 1.5 |
| ACA 074A | Print Reading | 2 |
| ACA 074B | Advanced Print Reading | 2 |
| ACA 075A | Light Gage Welding AWS - A | 1.5 |
| ACA 083 | Door and Door Frames | 1.5 |
| Select six (6) units from the following | 6 | |
| ACA 072C | Advanced Lathing | 1.5 |
| ACA 074C | Air, Moisture and Thermal Barrier | 1.5 |
| ACA 075B | Light Gage Welding LAC | 1.5 |
| ACA 075C | Light Gage Welding AWS - B | 1.5 |
| ACA 076A | Basic Hand Finishing | 1.5 |
| ACA 076B | Automatic Finishing Tools | 1.5 |
| ACA 077A | Drywall Installation/Finish Trims | 1.5 |
| ACA 077B | Advanced Hand Finishing | 1.5 |
| ACA 077C | Advanced Automatic Finishing Tools | 1.5 |
| ACA 078B | Advanced Metal Framing | 1.5 |
| ACA 078C | Wet Wall Finishes | 1.5 |
| ACA 078D | Ceiling and Soffit Finishing | 1.5 |
| ACA 079A | Drywall and Acoustical Ceilings | 1.5 |
| ACA 079C | Drywall Applications | 1.5 |
| ACA 082B | Firestopping Procedures | 1.5 |
| ACA 082C | Decorative Trims and Textures | 1.5 |
| ACA 089 | Freeform Lathing | 1.5 |
Learning Outcomes
- Safely operate tools and equipment used by drywall applicators in the construction industry.
- Interpret prints to determine the appropriate use of construction methods and materials consistent with drywall applicator industry standards.