Module #1 Introduction to Flooring Installation Overview of the flooring industry, types of flooring, and importance of proper installation
Module #2 Flooring Materials and Their Characteristics In-depth look at different types of flooring materials, including hardwood, laminate, tile, carpet, and more
Module #3 Measuring and Inspecting the Job Site How to measure rooms, identify potential installation challenges, and inspect the site for moisture and other issues
Module #4 Floor Preparation and Subfloor Requirements Preparing the subfloor for installation, including cleaning, leveling, and ensuring proper moisture levels
Module #5 Hardwood Flooring Installation Step-by-step guide to installing hardwood flooring, including nail-down, glue-down, and floating methods
Module #6 Laminate Flooring Installation Installing laminate flooring, including click-lock and glue-down methods
Module #7 Tile Flooring Installation Installing tile flooring, including ceramic, porcelain, and natural stone
Module #8 Carpet Installation Installing carpeting, including stretching, seaming, and finishing
Module #9 Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT) Installation Installing LVT flooring, including underlayment and adhesive requirements
Module #10 Bamboo and Engineered Wood Flooring Installation Installing bamboo and engineered wood flooring, including unique installation considerations
Module #11 Moisture Testing and Mitigation Understanding moisture testing, reading results, and mitigating moisture issues
Module #12 Acclimation and Storage of Flooring Materials Properly storing and acclimating flooring materials to ensure successful installation
Module #13 Flooring Pattern and Layout Designing and creating flooring patterns, including brick, herringbone, and diagonal layouts
Module #14 Flooring Tools and Equipment Overview of essential tools and equipment for flooring installation, including saws, trowels, and more
Module #15 Subfloor Preparation for Concrete Slabs Preparing concrete slabs for flooring installation, including self-leveling compounds and epoxy coatings
Module #16 Radiant Floor Heating Systems Installing and working with radiant floor heating systems, including hydronic and electric systems
Module #17 Soundproofing and Insulation Installing soundproofing and insulation materials, including underlayment and acoustic panels
Module #18 Commercial Flooring Installation Unique considerations for commercial flooring installations, including high-traffic areas and special requirements
Module #19 Residential Flooring Installation Unique considerations for residential flooring installations, including living rooms, kitchens, and bathrooms
Module #20 Flooring Installation Challenges and Solutions Troubleshooting common flooring installation challenges, including uneven subfloors and product defects
Module #21 Flooring Installation Safety and Best Practices Safety guidelines and best practices for flooring installation, including personal protective equipment and hazardous materials
Module #22 Flooring Maintenance and Repair Maintaining and repairing flooring, including cleaning, refinishing, and repairing damaged areas
Module #23 Flooring Inspection and Quality Control Conducting thorough inspections and quality control measures to ensure successful flooring installations
Module #24 Estimating and Quoting Flooring Jobs Accurately estimating and quoting flooring jobs, including measuring, calculating materials, and pricing
Module #25 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Flooring Installation career
