Analyze the types of drawings usually included in a set of plans and the information found on each type.
Examples: civil, architectural, structural plans
Explain the different types of lines used on construction drawings and what they represent.
Examples: property, object, hidden, break lines
Draw selected architectural symbols commonly used to represent materials on plans.
Examples: doors, windows, plumbing fixtures, electrical components
Identify selected electrical, mechanical, and plumbing symbols commonly used on plans.
Examples: switches, junction boxes, temperature sensors, air diffusers, water heater, lavatory
Outline the organization and purpose of written specifications.
Identify various types of building materials and describe their uses, proper handling, storage, and associated safety precautions, including hardwoods and softwoods, wood sheet materials, engineered lumber, concrete, and metal framing members.
Calculate the amount of lumber needed to frame a structure; the number of sheets of plywood required for subflooring, exterior wall sheathing, and roof decking; and the number of drywall panels needed for ceilings and walls, based on a given set of construction drawings or blueprints.
Calculate the volume of concrete required for given rectangular and cylindrical shapes.
Identify common rigging hardware and equipment and describe its use.
Perform a safety inspection of common rigging hardware and equipment.
Describe common slings and determine sling capacities for given scenarios, using angle measurements and a load factor chart.
Select, inspect, use, and maintain special rigging equipment, including block and tackle (bull rigging), chain hoists, ratchet-lever hoists, jacks, and base-mounted drum hoists (tuggers).
Describe types of knots used in rigging and explain when each should be used.
Select and tie knots in rigging devices.
Identify and use hand signals to guide a crane operator.
Identify site and environmental hazards associated with rigging.
Examples: utility poles, bridges, buildings, underground utilities; wind, rain
Determine the center of gravity for a symmetric object and an asymmetric object, using the center of gravity formula CoG = $(sum^{D*W})/sum^W$.
Explain the importance of positioning the center of gravity under the suspension point.
Identify the pinch points of a load and explain how to avoid them.
Attach rigging hardware for routine lifts and pipe lifts and identify the components of a lift plan.
Calculate load factor (LAF) for equidistant attachment points in the same horizontal plane using the load factor equation L (leg length) $div$ H (headroom) = LAF.
Determine the share of the load (SOL) for the individual sling legs of equal length using the equation Load weight $div$ number of legs = share of the load (SOL).
Calculate sling tension using the equation LAF $ imes$ SOL = Tension.
Describe differential leveling (differences in elevation) between two or more points on a surface.
Research and share information on the selection and uses of different types of materials for reinforcing concrete.
List safety precautions for digging and working around trenches and excavations.
Describe basic site layout tools and methods for a slab-on-grade foundation.
Describe construction methods for types of forming and form hardware systems for walls, columns, and stairs, as well as slip forms, climbing forms, and shaft forms.
Describe elevated decks and formwork systems and the methods used in their construction.
Demonstrate the use of tools, equipment, and procedures for handling, placing, and finishing concrete.
Research and report on the various types of stairs and the common building code requirements related to stairs.
Incorporate safety procedures in handling, operating, and maintaining tools and machinery; handling materials; utilizing personal protective equipment; maintaining a safe work area; and handling hazardous materials and forces.
Demonstrate effective workplace and employability skills, including communication, awareness of diversity, positive work ethic, problem-solving, time management, and teamwork.
Explore the range of careers available in the field and investigate their educational requirements, and demonstrate job-seeking skills including resume-writing and interviewing.
Advocate and practice safe, legal, responsible, and ethical use of information and technology tools specific to the industry pathway.
