Construction Technology. Broadbased Courses

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1 Construction Technology Broadbased Courses

2 TCJ3E Construction Technology, Grade 11, Workplace Preparation Name: This job may allow employees to develop technical knowledge and skills related to carpentry, masonry, electrical systems, heating and cooling, and plumbing for residential construction. Employees may have gained hands-on experience using a variety of materials, processes, tools, and equipment to design, layout, and build projects. They may have created and read technical drawings, learned construction terminology, interpreted building codes and regulations, and applied mathematical skills as they developed construction projects. Employees may have also developed an awareness of environmental and societal issues related to construction technology, and may have explored postsecondary and career opportunities in the field. Describe a time when you used the design process to solve a construction challenge. Describe what the problem was and list at least two possible solutions. List at least two Pros and Cons of each solution and tell which solution you choose to solve the problem. Explain why you think this was the best solution. Drawings, pictures, sketches or models may be helpful. (you may want to use a separate sheet for this.) Identify at least five construction processes and underline those that you were involved in. Ie framing

3 Describe a project that you worked on and list the tools, equipment, and materials that you used to complete the project. Identify at least five building materials used in residential construction. Circle the materials that you used during your employment in construction. Ie natural wood, plywood, engineered wood, brick, etc. Give a definition or description of three of the following construction terms: Concrete forms, studs, lintels, ground-fault circuit interrupters, P-Traps, plenums, medium-density fibreboard, plywood, cement, mortar Describe the purpose of building codes, and identify two other regulations and standards that apply to construction projects.

4 Identify three hazards related to materials, processes, and/or equipment used in a construction work environment, and the precautions that should be taken to avoid these hazards. Explain how to handle two hazardous materials (ie. asbestos, lead-based paint) in accordance with the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems (WHMIS) guidelines. Explain how the local economy is directly linked to the construction industry.

5 Identify two programs currently in place which help reduce construction waste and/or reuse or recycle construction materials. Produce a sketch and/or technical drawing of one or more building systems (eg structural, plumbing, electrical), using manual and/or computer-assisted methods and appropriate metric and/or imperial units. (This may be a drawing that you used when working or you may produce something new.) Identify two skilled trades involved in the construction industry and explain the education or experience required to work in these trades.

6 Describe the process used to obtain a building permit. Describe one modification that can be made to a building project that would improve its quality and/or value. Eg. Upgrades in insulation Explain how you would convert a measurement of five feet into metric units.

7 Describe your work, if any, on exterior or interior finishing projects. Ie vinyl, wood siding, fascia, soffit, brick veneer, paint, tile, trim etc.

8 TCJ4E Construction Technology, Grade 12, Workplace Preparation Name: This job may have allowed employees to further develop technical knowledge and skills related to residential construction and to explore light commercial construction. Employees may have gained hands-on experience using a variety of materials, processes, tools and equipment; created and interpreted construction drawings; and learned more about building design and project planning. They may have expanded their knowledge of terminology, codes and regulations, and health and safety standards related to residential and light commercial construction. Employees may have also expanded their awareness of environmental and societal issues related to construction technology, and may have explored entrepreneurship and career opportunities in the industry that may be pursued. Describe a time when you used the design process to solve a construction challenge. Describe what the problem was and list at least three possible solutions. List the Pros and Cons of each solution and tell which solution you choose to solve the problem and explain why you think this was the best solution. Drawings, pictures, sketches or models may be helpful. (You may want to use a separate sheet for this.) Provide working drawings, conventional or computer-aided, (produced by yourself) for a construction project. These may be site plans, floor plans or assembly drawings and must include appropriate metric and/or imperial units. Compare the advantages and disadvantages of one of the following structural and non-structural materials used in construction projects. Wood vs steel for studs and beams; Asphalt shingles vs. steel roofing; Cement block vs. poured concrete; Brick vs. vinyl, aluminum or wood siding

9 Briefly outline the building code requirements for forces and stresses due to loads and weather conditions. (Eg heat, cold, wind, snow rain) that structural members (eg footings, foundations, floors, bearing walls, roofs, columns, beams, lintels) must be designed to withstand. List two factors that will affect the design and installation of foundations for construction projects. Describe three of the following construction terms: girders, open-web steel joists, plenums, medium density fibreboard, millwork, bricks, mortar, fling form, vent stack, floor drain, plumbing trap, ground fault circuit.

10 Describe the set-up, use, and maintenance of ladders in accordance with Occupational Health and Safety Act regulations and Construction Safety Association of Ontario guidelines. Circle the tools below that you have used. Then describe briefly what any three of these tools are used for in the construction industry. Builder s level, framing hammer, wire stripper, pliers, tri-square, trowel, pipe cutter, hand saw, reciprocating saw, masonry saw, circular saw, drill Describe three skills important for success as an entrepreneur in the construction industry. (ie. Creative thinking)

11 Identify and describe two skilled construction trades and the education needed to be successful in these trades. Describe two times when you were required to use your mathematical skills in the construction industry. Describe your work, if any, on exterior or interior finishing projects. Ie vinyl, wood siding, fascia, soffit, brick veneer, paint, tile, trim etc.

12 Identify and describe two renovations and/or modifications to a construction project that could have an economic or social impact on the community. (waste disposal, land use, labour supply and cost, water supply, local infrastructure) State two methods of reducing and/or managing energy consumption in a home and/or businesses.

13 TWJ3E Custom Woodworking, Grade 11, Workplace Preparation Name: This job may have allowed employees to develop their knowledge and skills related to cabinet making and furniture making. Employees may have gained practical experience using a variety of the materials, tools, equipment, and joinery techniques associated with custom woodworking. Employees may have created and interpreted technical drawings and will have planned, designed, and fabricated projects. They may also have developed an awareness of environmental and societal issues related to the woodworking industry, and may have explored apprenticeships, and career opportunities in the field. Describe two traditional and two newer natural manufactured materials commonly used in custom woodworking projects; (Briefly describe your own experiences with any of these materials.) Explain how to maintain, adjust and store any two woodworking tools or equipment correctly and safely.

14 Explain any three of the following terms related to woodworking: Plywood, veneer, annual rings, kiln-dried lumber, dressed lumber, truing, dressing, joining, leveling, squaring, shimming, planning, gluing, nailing Demonstrate your ability to convert the measurement of a room in feet to metres. For example I have a room that needs flooring that is 200 square feet. Using a mathematical formula show the metric conversion for this problem. Provide a picture, sketch, drawing etc of something you have built or a finishing you have applied to something in order to enhance the appearance of a piece of woodworking; Describe the safety precautions taken when building or completing the carpentry project above.

15 Describe a time when you used the design process to solve a carpentry challenge. Describe what the problem was and list at least three possible solutions. List the Pros and Cons of each solution and tell which solution you choose to solve the problem and explain why you think this was the best solution. Describe any design aspects that were taken into account when making your decision. Drawings, pictures, sketches or models may be helpful. (You may want to use a separate sheet for this.) Describe two major effects of the woodworking industry on the environment. Describe two economic and/or cultural effects of the custom woodworking industry on the local community.

16 Name two health and safety legislation, regulations, and standards that apply to the custom woodworking industry. List three safe practices that you demonstrate when working with carpentry tools. Describe the importance of maintaining a portfolio of your work as a carpenter.

17 TWJ4E Custom Woodworking, Grade 12, Workplace Preparation Name: This job may have allowed employees to further develop knowledge and skills related to the planning, design, and construction of residential and/or commercial cabinets and furniture. Employees may have gained further experience in the safe use of common woodworking materials, tools, equipment, finishes, and hardware, and will have understood the entrepreneurial skills needed to establish and operate a custom woodworking business. Employees may also have an awareness of health and safety issues and environmental and societal issues related to woodworking, and will have explored career opportunities in the field. Describe two factors that should be considered when selecting and purchasing wood products. Compare the properties of natural and manufactured materials that are used for the same function; eg. Natural wood versus plywood

18 List three things to consider when selecting the appropriate clamps, fasteners and adhesives for a project. Then describe two safety measures to put in place to ensure safety when working with these items. Define three of the following terms: Adhesives, wood types, fasteners, router, mitre saw, biscuit jointer, T-Bevel, brad nailer, dust-collection system, air compressor, leveling, squaring, making plumb, joining

19 Describe a time when you used the design process to solve a woodworking challenge. Describe what the problem was and list at least three possible solutions. List the Pros and Cons of each solution and tell which solution you choose to solve the problem and explain why you think this was the best solution. Describe any design aspects that were taken into account when making your decision. Drawings, pictures, sketches or models may be helpful. (You may want to use a separate sheet for this.) Provide a sketch or working drawing which you prepared for one of your woodworking projects, including appropriate metric and/or imperial units. Describe four things you must take into consideration to plan and prepare for a woodworking project.

20 Describe a situation where you were building something and you had to calculate the volume or area. Explain the formula used in this instance. Describe a time when you programmed a CNC machine to fabricate components for a woodworking project. Describe two things to take into account when selecting finishes for a carpentry project.

21 Describe two things that a carpenter might consider when planning a project, that would minimize or mitigate degradation of the environment. Describe three hazards related to woodworking materials, processes, tools, and equipment. Explain the safety measures taken to ensure the workers safety. Describe three skills important for success as an entrepreneur in the custom woodworking industry.

22 Construction Technology Emphasis Courses

23 TCC3E/TCC4E Construction Technology: Carpentry, Grade 11/12, Workplace Preparation Name: This job focuses on domestic, commercial or industrial carpentry; practical workplace applications; and the development of generic employment skills and independent learning skills. Employees will have read blueprints, drawings and sketches; examined the processes involved in maintenance, repair and renovation of wooden structures; and prepared a variety of layouts. They will also have studied industry standards; considered health and safety issues; and explored careers, lifelong learning opportunities and the impact of carpentry on the environment. How long have you worked in this industry? Give approximate number of years/months: Read the statements below. Place a check mark beside the statements that most closely describe the duties you performed at your job. Then in the space provided below the checkmark, briefly describe your duties in relation to the statement. Measured, cut, shaped, assembled and joined materials made of wood, wood substitutes, lightweight steel and other materials. Built foundations, installed floor beams, laid subflooring and erected walls and roof systems.

24 Prepared layouts in conformance to building codes, using measuring tools. Fit and installed trim items, such as doors, stairs, moldings and hardware. Read and interpreted blueprints, drawings and sketches to determine specifications and calculate requirements.

25 Maintained, repaired and renovated residences and wooden structures in mills, mines, hospitals, industrial plants and other establishments. Supervised apprentices and other construction workers. Prepared cost estimates.

26 Developed or implemented a health and safety plan, or followed a pre-established plan for health and safety in the workplace. Explored careers and learning opportunities as a carpenter.

27 TCE3E/TCE4E Construction Technology: Electrical/Network Cabling, Grade 11/12, Workplace Preparation Name: This job focuses on the development of practical workplace skills as an electrical/network cabler. Employees will have developed generic employment skills and independent learning skills; inspected and tested overhead and underground power lines and cables and auxiliary equipment using electrical test equipment; and spliced, soldered and insulated conductors. They will also have studied industry standards; considered health and safety issues; and explored careers and lifelong learning opportunities. How long have you worked in this industry? Give approximate number of years/months: Read the statements below. Place a check mark beside the statements that most closely describe the duties you performed at your job. Then in the space provided below the checkmark, briefly describe your duties in relation to the statement. Installed, maintained, troubleshot and repaired electrical distribution and transmission systems including overhead and underground power lines and cables, insulators, conductors, lightning arrestors, switches, transformers and other associated equipment. Erected and maintained steel, wood or concrete poles, towers and guy wires.

28 Spliced, soldered and insulated conductors and related wiring to connect power distribution and transmission networks using splicing tools, related electrical equipment and tools. Inspected and tested overhead and underground power lines and cables and auxiliary equipment using electrical test equipment. Climbed ladders or operate hydraulic buckets when working aloft on poles and towers, or worked in confined spaces such as trenches and tunnels to install power lines and cables and associated equipment. Installed and maintained street lighting systems.

29 Communicated with other workers to co-ordinate the preparation and completion of work assignments. Developed or implemented a health and safety plan, or followed a pre-established plan for health and safety in the workplace. Explored careers and learning opportunities in the field of electrical/network cabling.

30 TCH3E/TCH4E Construction Technology: Heating and Cooling, Grade 11/12, Workplace Preparation Name: This job focuses on the development of practical workplace skills as a heating and cooling technician. Employees will have developed generic employment skills and independent learning skills; read and interpreted blueprints, drawings or other specifications; installed, troubleshot and/or overhauled entire heating, ventilation, air handling, refrigeration and air conditioning systems; and prepared work estimates for clients. They will also have studied industry standards; considered health and safety issues; explored careers and lifelong learning opportunities; and explored the impact of the heating and cooling industry on the environment. How long have you worked in this industry? Give approximate number of years/months: Read the statements below. Place a check mark beside the statements that most closely describe the duties you performed at your job. Then in the space provided below the checkmark, briefly describe your duties in relation to the statement. Measure and lay out reference points for installation.

31 Assembled and installed refrigeration or air conditioning components such as motors, controls, gauges, valves, circulating pumps, condensers, humidifiers, evaporators and compressors using hand and power tools. Measured and cut piping, and connected piping using welding and brazing equipment. Started up a heating or cooling system and tested for leaks using testing devices.

32 Recharged systems with refrigerant, checked and tested regulators, calibrated systems and performed routine maintenance or servicing. Repaired and replaced parts and components for entire refrigeration, air conditioning, ventilation or heat pump systems. Installed, maintained and repaired equipment in refrigerated trucks used to transport food or medical supplies. Developed or implemented a health and safety plan, or followed a pre-established plan for health and safety in the workplace.

33 Explored careers and learning opportunities as a heating and cooling technician.

34 TCM3E/TCM4E Construction Technology: Masonry, Grade 11/12, Workplace Preparation Name: This job focuses on the development of practical workplace skills as a mason. Employees may have read and interpreted blueprints, drawings or other specifications; cut and trimmed bricks and concrete blocks to specification using hand and power tools; and laid or installed firebricks to line industrial chimneys and smokestacks. They may also have restored, cleaned or painted existing masonry structures; considered health and safety issues; explored careers and lifelong learning opportunities; and explored the impact of masonry on the environment. How long have you worked in this industry? Give approximate number of years/months: Read the statements below. Place a check mark beside the statements that most closely describe the duties you performed at your job. Then in the space provided below the checkmark, briefly describe your duties in relation to the statement. Prepared and laid bricks, concrete blocks, stone, structural tiles and similar materials to construct or repair walls, foundations and other structures in residential, industrial and commercial construction. Laid bricks or other masonry units to build residential or commercial chimneys and fireplaces.

35 Laid radial bricks to build masonry shells of industrial chimneys. Lined or relined furnaces, kilns, boilers and similar installations using refractory or acid-resistant bricks, refractory concretes, plastic refractory s and other materials. Laid bricks, stone or similar materials to provide veneer facing to walls or other surfaces. Constructed and installed prefabricated masonry units.

36 Laid bricks or other masonry units to build patios, garden walls and other decorative installations. Developed or implemented a health and safety plan, or followed a pre-established plan for health and safety in the workplace. Explored careers and learning opportunities as a mason.

37 TCP3E/TCP4E Construction Technology: Plumbing, Grade 11/12, Workplace Preparation Name: This job focuses on domestic, commercial or industrial plumbing fixtures and systems; practical workplace applications; and the development of generic employment skills and independent learning skills. Employees may have examined processes involved in the layout of a plumbing system; and read blueprints, drawings, and specifications. They will also have studied industry standards; considered health and safety issues; and explored careers, lifelong learning opportunities and the impact of plumbing systems on the environment. How long have you worked in this industry? Give approximate number of years/months: Read the statements below. Place a check mark beside the statements that most closely describe the duties you performed at your job. Then in the space provided below the checkmark, briefly describe your duties in relation to the statement. Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine layout of plumbing system, water supply network and waste and drainage systems. Installed, repaired and maintained domestic, commercial or industrial plumbing fixtures and systems.

38 Located and marked positions for pipe connections, passage holes and fixtures in walls and floors. Cut opening in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings. Measured, cut, bent and threaded pipes using hand and power tools or machines. Joined pipes using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement or soldering, brazing and welding equipment.

39 Tested pipes for leaks using air and water pressure gauges. Prepared cost estimates. Developed or implemented a health and safety plan, or followed a pre-established plan for health and safety in the workplace. Explored careers or learning opportunities as a plumber.

40 TCS3C/TCS4C Construction Engineering Technology: Construction Management and Science, Grade 11/12, College Preparation Name: This job focuses on all facets of construction management. Employees may have gained experience in planning, organizing, directing, controlling and evaluating construction projects from start to finish; prepared contracts and negotiated revisions; and represented their company on matters such as business services or union contracts negotiation. They will also have studied industry standards; considered health and safety issues; and explored careers, lifelong learning opportunities and the impact of construction engineering on the environment. How long have you worked in this industry? Give approximate number of years/months: Read the statements below. Place a check mark beside the statements that most closely describe the duties you performed at your job. Then in the space provided below the checkmark, briefly describe your duties in relation to the statement. Prepared and submitted construction project budget estimates. Planned and prepared construction schedules and milestones and monitored progress against established schedules.

41 Developed and implemented quality control programs. Prepared contracts and negotiated revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements with architects, consultants, clients, suppliers and subcontractors. Prepared progress reports and issued progress schedules to clients. Directed the purchase of building materials and land acquisitions.

42 Hired and supervised the activities of subcontractors and subordinate staff. Prepared cost estimates. Developed or implemented a health and safety plan, or followed a pre-established plan for health and safety in the workplace. Explored careers or learning opportunities in Construction Management and Science.

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