MEC1190 Surface Preparation 1

Introductory · 1 credit · TMT - Trades, Manufacturing and Transportation

Description: Students assess the state of a painted surface and use appropriate restoration procedures.
Prerequisite: None
Parameters: Access to painting facilities, surface preparation tools/materials and related resources.

Outcomes The student will:

1 demonstrate safe work practices for surface preparation and follow established laboratory procedures
- 1.1 demonstrate safe practices in relation to:
  - 1.1.1 abrasive dust
  - 1.1.2 chemicals/fumes
2 identify products, equipment and procedures associated with surface preparation
- 2.1 identify and describe problem conditions in painted surfaces
- 2.2 list types of equipment/tools used in surface preparation processes
- 2.3 list types of abrasives used in surface preparation
- 2.4 identify alternative methods of surface preparation; e.g., chemical stripping, blasting
- 2.5 demonstrate knowledge of types, purpose and methods of applying undercoats
- 2.6 identify types and uses of putties
- 2.7 identify methods of masking
- 2.8 list equipment used in masking
3 prepare and perform a surface preparation
- 3.1 explain and demonstrate methods of sanding
- 3.2 use appropriate methods of surface preparation
- 3.3 identify and apply appropriate metal conditioner
- 3.4 demonstrate how to mask a surface prior to painting
4 demonstrate basic competencies
- 4.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
  - 4.1.1 communicate
  - 4.1.2 manage information
  - 4.1.3 use numbers
  - 4.1.4 think and solve problems
- 4.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
  - 4.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
  - 4.2.2 be responsible
  - 4.2.3 be adaptable
  - 4.2.4 learn continuously
  - 4.2.5 work safely
- 4.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
  - 4.3.1 work with others
  - 4.3.2 participate in projects and tasks
5 make personal connections to the cluster content and processes to inform possible pathway choices
- 5.1 complete/update a personal inventory; e.g., interests, values, beliefs, resources, prior learning and experiences
- 5.2 create a connection between a personal inventory and occupational choices