ACA 076A - Basic Hand Finishing

    Recent Professors
    Reiner Hopfner
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2026, Winter 2026
    Class Size
    Not published
    Credits
    1.5
    Spring 2026 Sections
    View Spring 2026 sections of ACA 076A
    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    This course is designed to develop basic hand finishing skills using the correct tools and materials. The training will include terminology and description of finishing levels as well as hand tool manipulation techniques, material identification and selection criteria. Manufacturer’s guidelines will highlight the environmental conditions for proper mixture preparation and use. Key discussions will draw attention to typical finish issues, causes, and solutions frequently employed. Tool techniques and application sequence and will be explained and demonstrated. The importance of mixture consistency, proper coating sequence will be stressed during level four hand finishing exercises. Open Entry/Open Exit.