Mid-America Carpenters Regional Council Apprentice and Training Program – Pekin Campus | Evaluated Learning Experience
1.Carpet I (F113)
Course 1: 40 hours (1 week). Course 2: 40 hours (1 week). Course 3: 40 hours (1 week). Course 4: 40 hours (1 week).
Course 1, 2, 3, and 4: October 2011 – Present.
Course 1, 2, 3 and 4: Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: describe the history of the carpet industry; identify various fibers and yarns used in carpet construction; analyze key industry standards of carpet and rug installation; formulate and apply methods to seam cut various types of carpet; install carpet wall base; cut and repair seams; and identify and use appropriate tools for installation.
Course 1, 2, 3 and 4: Major topics include: fibers and yarns, industry history, industry standards, installation tools, and installation procedures. Methods of instruction include lecture, demonstrations, quizzes, projects, examinations and supervised field experience.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 6 semester hours in Floorcovering or related disciplines (9/16) (4/22 revalidation). NOTE: All four courses must be completed to access the credit recommendation.