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Glazing Course

Name: Glazing Course
Price: 222 USD

Master every aspect of the glazing trade, from residential window replacements to commercial curtain walls and structural silicone facades. This comprehensive course covers glass types, framing systems, sealants, specialty applications, and project management. Build the hands-on skills and technical knowledge employers and clients demand.

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What you will learn:

You will learn to identify and work with every major glass product, including tempered, laminated, insulated, and low-E units, and match each to the right application. You will develop accurate measuring, cutting, and installation skills for residential, storefront, and curtain wall systems. The course covers sealant chemistry, surface preparation, and weatherproofing techniques that produce durable, watertight results. You will also tackle specialty work such as structural silicone glazing, fire-rated assemblies, glass balustrades, and overhead glazing. Inspection procedures, defect diagnosis, and repair methods are included so you can deliver quality work and reduce callbacks. Estimating, scheduling, and client communication skills round out your training for real-world project success.

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Course Content

8 Chapters • 40 LessonsDuration between 4 and 360 hours (you decide)

Chapter 1See details

Introduction to Glazing Fundamentals

Lesson 1 • Glazing Industry Overview
Covers the scope of the glazing trade, key market segments, and career pathways. Establishes context for all subsequent technical content.
Lesson 2 • Workplace Safety Fundamentals
Establishes personal protective equipment, manual handling, and hazard identification for glazing sites. Safe practices introduced here apply throughout the entire course.
Lesson 3 • Framing Systems and Components
Examines aluminum, steel, vinyl, and wood framing systems used in glazing. Connects frame selection to structural and thermal performance outcomes.
Lesson 4 • Glass Types and Properties
Introduces annealed, tempered, laminated, and insulated glass units. Students distinguish products by strength, thermal performance, and application suitability.
Lesson 5 • Glazing Hardware and Accessories
Identifies hinges, pivots, patch fittings, and sealing accessories used in glazing assemblies. Proper hardware selection ensures performance and code compliance.

Chapter 2See details

Tools, Equipment, and Measurement

Lesson 1 • Hand Tools for Glazing
Covers glass cutters, suction cups, glazing knives, and putty tools. Correct tool selection and maintenance directly affect cut quality and installation accuracy.
Lesson 2 • Material Handling Equipment
Covers A-frames, trolleys, vacuum lifters, and cranes used to move glass safely. Proper rigging and load assessment prevent injury and glass damage.
Lesson 3 • Power Tools and Machinery
Introduces grinders, drills, saws, and glass-cutting tables used in fabrication. Safe operation procedures are integrated with each tool's function.
Lesson 4 • Glass Cutting Fundamentals
Develops straight-line and curved cutting skills using hand and mechanical methods. Consistent scoring pressure and breaking technique produce clean, safe edges.
Lesson 5 • Measuring and Marking Techniques
Teaches precise measurement of openings, deduction allowances, and glass sizing. Accurate measurement prevents costly remakes and installation delays.

Chapter 3See details

Sealants, Adhesives, and Weatherproofing

Lesson 1 • Gaskets and Compression Seals
Examines EPDM, neoprene, and silicone gaskets used in framed and structural glazing. Correct gasket sizing ensures consistent compression and weathertightness.
Lesson 2 • Sealant Application Techniques
Teaches gun loading, bead profiling, tooling, and joint finishing for professional results. Consistent technique eliminates voids and ensures full contact with joint faces.
Lesson 3 • Sealant Types and Chemistry
Distinguishes silicone, polyurethane, polysulfide, and acrylic sealants by chemistry and performance. Correct product selection prevents premature joint failure.
Lesson 4 • Surface Preparation and Priming
Covers cleaning, degreasing, and priming substrates before sealant application. Proper preparation is the single greatest factor in long-term adhesion.
Lesson 5 • Weatherproofing and Water Management
Addresses drainage design, back-bedding, and flashing integration to manage water infiltration. Students apply water management principles to real installation scenarios.

Chapter 4See details

Residential Window and Door Glazing

Lesson 1 • Residential Door Glass Installation
Covers glazing of hinged, sliding, and bifold doors including safety glass requirements. Students verify correct glass specification before installation.
Lesson 2 • Installing Glass in Vinyl and Aluminum Frames
Addresses snap-in bead, compression gasket, and wet-seal methods for modern frames. Students match installation method to frame manufacturer specifications.
Lesson 3 • Removing Existing Glazing
Covers safe removal of broken and intact glass from wood, vinyl, and aluminum frames. Proper removal protects surrounding finishes and prepares frames for new glazing.
Lesson 4 • Installing Glass in Wood Frames
Covers putty glazing, bead glazing, and back-bedding methods for timber sash and casement windows. Traditional and modern techniques are compared for durability.
Lesson 5 • Sizing and Ordering Replacement Glass
Teaches measuring openings, calculating glass sizes, and specifying IGUs for residential use. Accurate ordering reduces lead times and eliminates costly remakes.

Chapter 5See details

Commercial Storefront and Curtain Wall Glazing

Lesson 1 • Storefront Frame Installation
Covers layout, plumbing, leveling, and anchoring of storefront frames to structural openings. Precise frame installation determines glass fit and long-term performance.
Lesson 2 • Curtain Wall System Principles
Introduces stick-built and unitized curtain wall systems, their structural roles, and performance requirements. Distinguishes curtain wall from storefront in load path and detailing.
Lesson 3 • Glazing Storefront Panels
Teaches setting block placement, glass insertion, bead installation, and sealant application in storefront frames. Correct sequence prevents glass stress and air infiltration.
Lesson 4 • Storefront System Components
Identifies head, sill, jamb, and transom extrusions and their assembly sequence. Understanding component relationships is essential before any installation begins.
Lesson 5 • Curtain Wall Glazing Installation
Covers mullion installation, spandrel and vision glass setting, and cap cover application. Students apply safe working-at-height procedures throughout the process.

Chapter 6See details

Structural Glazing and Frameless Systems

Lesson 1 • Quality Control in Structural Glazing
Establishes inspection protocols, adhesion testing, and documentation requirements for SSG installations. Rigorous QC prevents catastrophic glass fallout and liability exposure.
Lesson 2 • Structural Silicone Glazing Principles
Explains adhesive bonding mechanics, bite dimensions, and dead-load support in SSG systems. Structural silicone transfers wind and gravity loads from glass to frame.
Lesson 3 • Two-Sided and Four-Sided SSG Systems
Compares two-sided and four-sided structural silicone configurations and their visual and structural differences. Students select the appropriate system for given facade requirements.
Lesson 4 • Point-Fixed Glazing Systems
Introduces spider fittings, bolted connections, and cable-supported glass facades. Students understand load distribution and movement accommodation in point-fixed designs.
Lesson 5 • Frameless Glass Door Systems
Covers all-glass door assemblies using patch fittings, pivot hardware, and glass fins. Correct hardware specification ensures safe operation and structural integrity.

Chapter 7See details

Specialty Glazing Applications

Lesson 1 • Decorative and Specialty Glass
Covers frosted, patterned, switchable, and printed glass products and their installation considerations. Specialty products require modified handling and sealant compatibility checks.
Lesson 2 • Overhead and Roof Glazing
Addresses structural loading, drainage, and safety glass requirements for skylights and glazed roofs. Overhead glazing demands laminated glass and robust drainage detailing.
Lesson 3 • Glass Balustrades and Handrails
Covers channel-fixed, spigot-fixed, and core-drilled balustrade systems and their structural requirements. Correct glass specification and fixing method are critical for occupant safety.
Lesson 4 • Acoustic and Security Glazing
Examines laminated acoustic glass, interlayer types, and security glass classifications. Students match product specifications to acoustic and threat-resistance performance targets.
Lesson 5 • Fire-Rated Glazing Systems
Introduces integrity-only and integrity-plus-insulation fire-rated glass and frame assemblies. Students identify correct products and installation requirements for rated openings.

Chapter 8See details

Inspection, Defect Diagnosis, and Repair

Lesson 1 • Glass Replacement in Existing Frames
Teaches safe extraction and replacement of broken or failed glass in occupied buildings. Minimizing disruption and protecting occupants are primary considerations.
Lesson 2 • Sealant and Gasket Repair
Covers sealant removal, joint preparation, and re-sealing procedures for failed joints. Correct repair technique restores weathertightness without damaging adjacent surfaces.
Lesson 3 • Warranty, Documentation, and Handover
Establishes record-keeping, warranty documentation, and client handover procedures for glazing projects. Thorough documentation protects both installer and client after project completion.
Lesson 4 • Post-Installation Inspection Procedures
Establishes visual, operational, and water-test inspection protocols for completed glazing work. Structured inspection catches defects before handover and reduces warranty claims.
Lesson 5 • Common Glazing Defects and Causes
Identifies glass breakage, seal failure, condensation, and frame distortion as primary defect categories. Root-cause analysis prevents recurrence on future installations.

Certification

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This course is for you:

Apprentice glazier: looking to build a solid technical foundation fast.
Construction laborer: ready to specialize and increase earning potential significantly.
Handyman or remodeler: wanting to add professional glass work to their services.
Facilities maintenance technician: needing to handle glass repairs and replacements confidently.
Career changer: drawn to a skilled trade with strong long-term demand.
Small contractor: expanding their scope to include residential and commercial glazing.

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