The Understanding the Basics of Natural Stone course comes in a USA Version that is taught in English. It also is available in a Canadian Version that is taught in English. The Canadian Version is only available through the Tile Terrazzo Marble Association of Canada (TTMAC) at www.TTMAC.com. The USA Version is available either through this UofCTS website or through the the National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) at www.tile-assn.com or through Ceramic Tile Distributors Association (CTDA) at www.CTDAhome.org or Fuse Alliance at www.fusealliance.com.
Once purchased, the course is accessible online for 14 days, 24/7. Depending on the pace of the student, and without interruption, the course can be completed within 6 to 8 hours.
A passing grade enables students to print out a personalized certificate indicating they know and understand what they learned in the course. Students will also be able to print out a Student Reference Guide with all of the key information from the course.
Table of Contents:
- Course Introduction
- Lesson 1: Introduction and History of Natural Stone
- Lesson 2: Stone Geology and Formation
- Lesson 3: Stone Quarry Mining
- Lesson 4: Stone Processing and Fabrication
- Lesson 5: Stone Countertops
- Lesson 6: Stone Installations
- Lesson 7: Vertical Applications – Exterior Veneers and Interior Walls
- Lesson 8: Stone Selection and Design
- Lesson 9: Stone Care and Maintenance
- Lesson 10: Giving the Customer a Choice
- Course Conclusion
