ProgramCIP 46.0408

Painting/Painter and Wall Coverer

A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to finish exterior and interior structural surfaces by applying protective or decorative coating materials, such as paint, lacquer, and wallpaper. Includes instruction in surface preparation; selecting, preparing, and applying paints and other coatings; hanging wallpaper; equipment operation and maintenance; finish selection; safety and clean-up; environmental effects on finishes; adhesion properties; and applicable codes and standards.

Definition from U.S. Department of Education, National Center for Education Statistics (CIP 2020).

Also called Painting (Commercial), Painter and Decorator, Painter and Decorator - Commercial and Residential.