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- Saint Paul, Minnesota 55102
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Saint Paul College Programs
Painting and Decorating
Painting and Decorating Certificate
| Course | Cr | |
|---|---|---|
| PDEC 1405 | Small Hand Tools | 3 |
| PDEC 1425 | Finishing | 4 |
| PDEC 1480 | Spray Painting | 3 |
| PDEC 1500 | Refinishing | 4 |
| PDEC 1515 | Wall Covering | 3 |
| BUSN 1480 | Career Resources | 1 |
| Total Program Credits | 18 |
Course Descriptions
BUSN 1480 Career Resources
This course provides information and guidance in the development of professional job seeking skills. Topics will include: the application, the resume, the cover letter, using the internet in a job search, locating job opportunities, marketing yourself, and company research. 1C/1/0/0
PDEC 1405 Small Hand Tools
Course covers tools and equipment used by painters. These skills include but not limited to: drive and remove nails, glue and clamp, drive screws, cut metal, layout and drill holes, razor scrapper, portable disc sander, and belt sander. 3C/2/1/0
PDEC 1425 Finishing
Students will learn blueprint reading, preparation and application procedures, use of ladders and scaffolds, paint materials, and basic solvents and thinners. 4C/2/2/0
PDEC 1480 Spray Painting
Students will use airless and conventional spraying as well as advanced spraying. They will be able to use the compressor system, power washer, respirator, HVLP spray equipment and identify and use spray tips. 3C/1/2/0
PDEC 1500 Refinishing
Students will learn wood finishing and color mixing and matching. They will demonstrate safety rules for handling varnishes, usage of stain, color filler, recognize varnish defects, apply polyurethane, wax, and shellac. 4C/2/2/0
PDEC 1515 Wall Covering
Students will estimate wall covering, prepare walls for papering, set up paste table, prepare for hanging wall coverings, hang paper around openings, and hang ceiling paper. 3C/1/2/0
