Glazier Study Guide

Year 1 Exam Study Guide — the foundational knowledge every apprentice needs before advancing.

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16Topic Sections
64Key Concepts
0Flashcard Terms
Year 1Apprentice Level

Year 1 Topics

Study each topic below — these are the core knowledge areas tested in Year 1. Build a solid foundation here before advancing to Year 2 material.

📖Glass Types
  • Annealed glass (basic, heat treated)
  • Tempered glass (safety, strength)
  • Laminated glass (PVB interlayers)
  • Insulating glass units (IGU)
📖Glazing Systems
  • Dry glaze (dry seal, gasket)
  • Wet glaze (structural silicone)
  • Semi-structural systems
  • Pressure plate and channel glazing
📖Window Systems
  • Curtain wall design
  • Storefront systems
  • Window wall assembly
  • Entrance door systems
📖Thermal Performance
  • U-value (heat transfer)
  • SHGC (solar heat gain)
  • Low-E coatings
  • Condensation resistance
📖Sealants & Gaskets
  • Silicone sealants
  • Polyurethane sealants
  • Backer rod selection
  • Joint width ratios
📖Glass Fabrication
  • Cutting techniques and safety
  • Tempering process
  • Lamination procedures
  • Edge finishing and polishing
🦺Safety & Fall Protection
  • Harness systems and anchors
  • Scaffold erection standards
  • Personal protective equipment
  • Glass handling procedures
📋Building Code
  • NBC fenestration requirements
  • Fire-rated glazing
  • Impact resistance standards
  • Accessibility standards

Red Seal Topics (Advanced)

Study each topic below — these are the core knowledge areas tested in Year 1. Build a solid foundation here before advancing to Year 2 material.

🏗️Structural Glazing
  • Point and four-point support
  • Cable systems and tensioning
  • Patch fittings
  • Deflection calculations
📖Wind Load Design
  • Glass thickness for wind load
  • Deflection and stress analysis
  • Design pressure ratings
  • Lateral bracing systems
📖Coatings & Tints
  • Low-E coating technologies
  • Reflective and absorptive films
  • Tint options and colors
  • Thermal stress calculations
📖Fenestration Details
  • Perimeter sealant joints
  • Thermal breaks
  • Water management and drainage
  • Air sealing requirements
📖Glass Specialty Types
  • Ceramic frit patterns
  • Obscured and frosted glass
  • Colored and mirrored glass
  • Acoustic laminated glass
📖Sealant Technology
  • Glazing compound selection
  • Cure time and conditions
  • Movement accommodation
  • Durability testing (ASTM)
⚙️Installation Quality
  • Tolerance verification
  • Plumb, level, and square checks
  • Pressure testing
  • Visual inspection protocols
🔍Troubleshooting
  • Moisture intrusion diagnosis
  • Condensation and fogging
  • Sealant failures
  • Glass breakage prevention

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