APR 203 Carpentry Forms and Tilt-up Panels

Designed for Oregon state-recognized apprentices employed in the carpentry trade. The curriculum is competency-based and modular in format. This course introduces students to the applications and construction methods for various types of forming and form hardware systems utilized in both vertical and horizontal concrete formwork. Students will also learn the methods and materials utilized in the construction of tilt-up wall panels, including forming, rebar, and embedments, as well as architectural and decorative finishes.

Credits

3

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Explain safety procedures associated with using concrete wall forms
2. Recognize various types of manufactured form
3. Locate and install bulkheads and embedded forms
4. Identify the safety hazards associated with elevated deck formwork and explain how to eliminate them
5. Identify the different types of elevated decks, flying and handset form systems
6. Identify typical bridge and culvert form systems
7. Explain the importance of the casting bed
8. Identify the special rigging requirements for tilt-up wall panels
9. Identify the different methods of forming tilt-up wall panels
10. Describe the final grouting procedure