Course Number: DIE05I
Course Title: Proper Specification and Installation Recommendations for Nonstructural Wall Framing

Course Credit: 1.5 HSW LU

Course Objectives:

Upon completing this course, you will have a better understanding of:

  1. Drywall Stud requirements
    • ASTM A1003: Physical Properties of the Steel
    • ASTM A653: Protective Coating requirements of the Steel
    • ASTM C645: Physical shape & size
  2. Installation requirements
    • ASTM C 754: Screw attachment of gypsum panel products to nonstructural framing members
  3. Bridging and bracing of the partition
  4. Drywall installation – The tools, the screws, etc.
  5. Fire-rated partitions – What you need to know