The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) Certificate in Dresser and Plaster Technician course is a one-year program designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become a successful dresser and plaster technician. The course covers topics such as plastering techniques, plastering materials, plastering tools, plastering safety, plastering repairs, and plastering finishes. It also includes an introduction to the principles of dressmaking, dressmaking tools, dressmaking techniques, and dressmaking safety. The course also covers the basics of interior design, including color theory, design principles, and materials selection. Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to identify and use the appropriate tools and materials for dressmaking and plastering, as well as understand the principles of interior design. The course also provides students with the opportunity to gain practical experience through a field trip to a dressmaking and plastering workshop.

Duration	Total Fee	Mode of Study	University Type
6 Months	Rs. 4,000	Distance Learning	Open University

Semester	Subjects	Topic Covered
1st	Building Materials and Construction Technology	Types of Building Materials, Properties of Building Materials, Building Construction Process
2nd	Dresser and Plaster Technician	Types of Plaster, Plastering Process, Plastering Tools and Equipment
3rd	Painting and Decoration	Types of Paint, Painting Process, Painting Tools and Equipment

1. Introduction to Dresser and Plaster Technician
2. Safety Procedures and Practices
3. Tools and Equipment
4. Materials and Supplies
5. Measurement and Estimating
6. Drywall Installation
7. Finishing Techniques
8. Plastering
9. Specialty Finishes
10. Troubleshooting and Repair
11. Professionalism and Customer Service