University of Ceramic Tile and Stone Educates Tile Professionals
SAN DIEGO, CA -- The University of Ceramic Tile and Stone (UofCTS) has provided training to over 1,000 tile installers over the last several years by providing the online course, “Tile Installer Thin-set Standards (ITS) Verification.” Those who have completed the course include union and non-union installers. The ITS course is available in both English and Spanish, so there have been many English speaking installers, as well as Spanish speaking installers from around the world who have taken the course. The course is also available in a Canadian version. Also, many technical service representatives of manufacturers and distributors, as well as architects and general contractors, have taken the course so they can be aware of the current industry installation standards, methods and practices.
The Tile Installer Thin-set Standards (ITS) Verification course instructs installers, setters and finishers on industry standards and practices, manufacturers’ requirements and proper installation methods for various tile applications that apply to ceramic, porcelain, stone and glass tile, among other types of adhered tile materials. The course also teaches how to inspect and prepare substrates and tiles, how to achieve full thinset contact, and points out quality workmanship requirements and practices. This course is also meaningful to architects, general contractors, distributors, manufacturers, consultants, inspectors and owners that recognize the value of understanding industry installation standards, practices and methods.