Apprenticeship Carpentry, Plastering
A.S. Degree Major Apprenticeship: Carpentry Plastering · Santiago Canyon College · 2025-2026 Catalog
The Associate of Science degree in Apprenticeship Carpentry, Plastering provides the required related and supplemental instruction for apprentice plasterers in the technical skills and knowledge required in the trade. Plasterers apply various wet materials over surfaces on both exterior and interior walls, ceilings and other surfaces in the construction industry. Successful completion may result in journeyworker status. Those interested should contact the Carpentry Apprenticeship Committee and the Apprenticeship Office at Santiago Canyon College.
Program Courses & Requirements
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Apprenticeship Carpentry, Plastering, AS: Complete all of the following | 25.5-27 | |
| Major requirements | 19.5 | |
| ACA 071A | Orientation | 2 |
| ACA 071B | Safety and Health Certifications | 2 |
| ACA 074A | Print Reading | 2 |
| ACPL 023 | Tool/Equipment Applications | 1.5 |
| ACPL 025 | Basic Plastering | 1.5 |
| ACPL 026 | Exterior Plastering | 1.5 |
| ACPL 027 | Dot and Screed Techniques | 1.5 |
| ACPL 028 | Interior Plastering | 1.5 |
| ACPL 029 | Tender and Plastering Equipment | 1.5 |
| ACPL 030 | Exterior Insulation Finish Systems (EIFS) | 1.5 |
| ACPL 031 | Ornamental Plastering | 1.5 |
| ACPL 032 | Plastering Equipment Application | 1.5 |
| Select four (4) courses from the following | 6-7.5 | |
| ACA 072B | Basic Lathing | 1.5 |
| ACA 074B | Advanced Print Reading | 2 |
| ACA 074C | Air, Moisture and Thermal Barrier | 1.5 |
| ACA 082B | Firestopping Procedures | 1.5 |
| ACPL 033 | Finish Applications | 1.5 |
| ACPL 034 | Theme Plastering | 1.5 |
| AMF 030 | Crew Lead Customer Service Training | 2.5 |
Learning Outcomes
- Safely operate tools and equipment used by plasterers in the construction industry.
- Interpret prints to determine the appropriate use of construction methods and materials consistent with plastering industry standards.