Building Carpentry Assessment Portfolio (Students) · Web view2011/12/15 · Explain the correct procedure to assemble members of a timber gable and hip roof; Explain the procedure

NATIONAL VOCATIONAL AND TECHNICAL TRAINING COMMISSION (NAVTEC)

BUILDING CARPENTRY ASSESSMENT TASKS/SPECIFICATIONS STUDENT GUIDE

(LEVEL GI)

Assessment tasks/specifications

Qualification Title: Level GI in Building Carpentry

Minimum Credit Value: 49

Minimum Guided Learning Hours (GLH): 490Hrs

Units

No. Unit Unit Code Credit GLH Level1 Erect, use and dismantle access

equipmentNAVTEC-TEVTA-US- PBC09-17 6 60hrs GI

2 Construct timber Pitch roof – Hip and Gable roofs

NAVTEC-TEVTA-US- PBC09-18 8 80hrs GI

3 Carry out ceiling work NAVTEC-TEVTA-US- PBC09-19 8 80hrs GI

4 Prepare order lists for carpentry work on site


5 Leadership, teamwork skills and citizenship


6 Support innovative ideas and adopt change


7 Erect and dismantle shoring NAVTEC-TEVTA-US- PBC09-23 8 80hrs GI

8 Erect and strip formwork for concrete


9 Plan and carry out demolition work on site


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Unit: Erect, Use and Dismantle Access Equipment

Unit Code: NAVTEC-TEVTA-US- PBC09-17

Credit Value: 6

GLH: 60hrs

Learning Outcomes:1. Prepare to erect scaffolds/ladder2. Erect and dismantle a system scaffold with ladder access 3. Erect and dismantle an extension ladder 4. Make use of a step ladder

Assessment tasks/criteria:

Practical activities

Elements Tasks Done Not done

1. Prepare to erect scaffolds/ladder1.1. Draw a site plan where the access equipment is going to be erected

and used and indicate in the plan where the signage/barricades are going to be implemented;

1.2. Write a sample letter to the planning department and road authority for permission and attach the site plan to show how access is provided to the general public and how they are going to be protected;

1.3. Develop a work schedule for the erection, use and dismantling of access equipment;

1.4. Priorities and sequence activities in the work plan to achieve effective and safe completion of work;

1.5. Develop an estimate of material, labour and transportation of the access equipment to and from site;

1.6. Select appropriate personal protective equipment, correctly fitted and used;

1.7. Select the most appropriate access equipment for the work to be carried out;

1.8. Check for serviceability and fault;

1.9. Develop a reporting mechanism of fault discovered and servicing required;

2. Erect and dismantle a system scaffold with ladder access2.1. Identify and implement signage/barricades at appropriate points as

per your site plan of the work place;2.2. Erect and dismantle access equipment on site as per the work

schedule;2.3. Safely and properly clean and store tools and equipment;

3. Erect and dismantle an extension ladder3.1. As per task 1 and 2;

4. Make use of a step ladder4.1. As per task 1 and 2;

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Underpinning knowledge

1. Explain the importance of selecting correct and properly fitted personal protective equipment;

2. Explain the significance of identifying, prioritizing and sequencing work activities;3. Explain the process of valuing material, labour and transportation of access

equipment;4. Discuss a simple format of reporting faulty access equipment and servicing;5. Discuss the regulations on working at height;6. Explain the dangers in working on access equipment and the need to protect the

surrounding areas;7. Identify different ground conditions for access equipment;8. Discuss the methods of handling and lifting component parts of access

equipment;9. Name different types of access equipment;10. Explain the procedure to inspect, maintain and store materials used in access

equipment;11. Name the types of knots and hitches used in access equipment;12. Discuss the typical faults and problems that may occur and the necessary action

to be taken;

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Unit: Construct Timber Gable and Hip Roof


Credit Value: 8

GLH: 80hrs

Learning Outcomes:1. Plan and prepare work2. Prepare material for roof construction3. Construct roof structure4. Complete eaves ends5. Lay covering materials on the roof6. Clean up




1. Plan and prepare work1.1. Draw a timber gable and hip roof;

1.2. Develop a work schedule for a timber gable and hip roof;

1.3. Priorities and sequence activities in the work plan to achieve effective completion of work;

1.4. Develop an estimate of material, labour and profit based on the design;

1.5. Select appropriate personal protective equipment, correctly fitted and use;

1.6. Select appropriate tools and equipment to carry out tasks. Check for serviceability and faults;

1.7. Identify material requirements from the instructions/drawings and specifications;

2. Prepare material for roof construction2.1. Set out length pitch and plumb cuts for rafters from drawing and

specifications;2.2. Calculate length of rafters to pitch of roof and run of rafter;

2.3. Set out and cut rafters to length allowing overhang and let accuracy be within + or – 2mm and plumb cut to + or – 1mm;

2.4. Joints on other timber components made as per requirements;

2.5. Select appropriate fixing/fastenings that are required by the job and specifications;

2.6. Select and fix gangnail or gusset plates to nodes of the truss;

2.7. Access equipment erected where required considering occupational health and safety requirements;

3. Construct roof structure3.1. Set out roof on building as per detail drawing;

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3.2. Fix continues wall plate to tie all trusses/rafters together and hold the roof firm to the wall;

3.3. Safely lift trusses and fixed firm with purlins. Rafters fixed starting from corners and on post in timber frame construction and to columns in masonry work to produce a strong structure to resist seismic;

3.4. Position battens and fix as per drawing;

3.5. Fix braces to maintain the rigidity of the frame to resist seismic;

4. Complete eaves ends4.1. Trim overhang gable ends and finish with barge board to line + or –

2mm over any 3m length to specification;4.2. Trim overhang rafter ends to line and level for – 2mm over any 3m

length to specifications;4.3. Construct and finish soffit boards where applicable to job drawings

and specifications;4.4. Fix ridge and gutter in position;

5. Lay covering materials on the roof5.1. Select light roof covering material to reduce load and improve

seismic resistance of the structure, lay and fix maintaining adequate lap beneath to prevent leakage;

6.

Clean up6.1. Clean working area free of remains;

6.2. Safely dispose waste and unwanted materials and store unused materials;

6.3. Safely and properly clean and store tools and equipment;

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1. Explain the workplace, tools and equipment safety requirement;2. Explain the importance of using correctly fitted personal protective equipment;3. Explain the importance of safe and effective operational use of tools, plant and

equipment; 4. Explain the use of a setting out rod;5. Explain the use of a cutting list;6. Discuss the quality assurance standards in constructing a timber gable and hip

roof i.e. the particular attention to be shown on accuracy of marking, cutting, assembling and tightening members together;

7. Name the different types of pitched roofs;8. Identify a well seasoned and preserved timber;9. Name the basic types of timber joints and concepts used in the structure to

support the structure for seismic resistance; 10. Determine the measurements and calculations involved in constructing the joints;11. Explain the importance of producing tight and properly fitted joints and supports

in timber roofing;12. Explain the methods of marking plumb cuts, birds-mouths and pitch cuts;13. Explain the correct procedure to assemble members of a timber gable and hip

roof;14. Explain the procedure to erect and dismantle access equipment;15. Explain the use and importance of braces to roof;16. Discuss the procedure of plumbing roof structure;17. Name different types of roof covering materials and discuss their advantages and

disadvantages;18. State the importance of communicating effectively to others to ensure safe and

effective work operations;19. Name the iron mongeries used to reinforce the joints between members of the

structure.20. Explain the procedure to trim gable ends and rafter ends;21. Explain the faults and problems that may occur during construction and actions

to be taken;

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Unit: Carry out Ceiling Work


Credit Value: 8

GLH: 80hrs

Learning Outcomes:1. Plan and prepare work2. Prepare component members3. Fix component members4. Fix covering material5. Fix beadings and mouldings6. Clean up




1. Plan and prepare work1.1. Draw a timber ceiling;

1.2. Develop a work schedule for a timber ceiling;






2. Prepare component members2.1. Set out ceiling joist and other members as per the drawing and

specifications and cut to size;2.2. Select and erect access equipment as per defined safety procedures

in unit 17;2.3. Transfer ceiling levels correctly in accordance with specifications;

3. Fix component members3.1. Mark joist locations, place and level the bottom;

3.2. Fix secondary joints to primary joints using collars as per the drawing,

3.3. Measure and level ceiling frame according to drawing;

4. Fix covering material4.1. Select light covering material as per the drawing to improve seismic

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resistance;5. Fix beadings and mouldings

5.1. Select appropriate mouldings and fix as specified by the drawing;

6.






equipment; 4. Explain the use of a setting out rod;5. Explain the use of a cutting list;6. Discuss the quality assurance standards in constructing a timber ceiling i.e. the

particular attention to be shown on accuracy of marking, cutting, assembling and tightening members together;

7. Name the different types of ceiling covering materials appropriate for structures in areas prone to seismic;

8. Identify a well seasoned and preserved timber;9. Name the basic types of timber joints and concepts used in the structure to

support the structure for seismic resistance; 10. Determine the measurements and calculations involved in constructing the joints;11. Explain the importance of producing tight and properly fitted joints and supports

in timber ceiling;12. Explain the correct procedure to assemble members of a timber ceiling;13. Explain the procedure to safely erect and dismantle access equipment;14. Explain the use and importance of braces to ceilings;15. Discuss the procedure of leveling timber ceilings;16. State the importance of communicating effectively to others to ensure safe and


structure.18. Explain the faults and problems that may occur during construction and actions

to be taken;

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Unit: Prepare Order Lists for Carpentry Work on Site


Credit Value: 3

GLH: 30hrs

Learning Outcomes:1. Determine work to be done from site documents for a building 2. Prepare order lists for a wood structure




1. Determine work to be done from site documents for a building 1.1. Draw a rake shoring and dead shoring to support a wall that is

affected by a seismic incident to be used in Unit 23;1.2. Develop a work schedule for a rake shoring and dead shoring;




2. Prepare order lists for a wood structure2.1. Prepare order list of the required quantities and quality of materials

as per the drawing;2.2. Check and confirm quality and quantity of materials delivered on site

as per the drawing;2.3. Develop a safety procedures and material safety data sheet (MSDS);


1. Name the common types of building site documents;2. Name the abbreviations and symbols use in building documents;3. Explain the importance of monitoring stock levels;4. Explain units of measurements of stock items;5. Discuss stores procedures;

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Unit: Leadership, Teamwork Skills and Citizenship


Credit Value: 2

GLH: 20hrs

Learning Outcomes:1. Leadership, teamwork skills and citizenship




1. Leadership, teamwork skills and citizenship1.1. Lead a team to discuss innovative ideas and best practices that will

facilitate change on building concepts that provides poor performance in seismic incidents;

1.2. Determine the duties and responsibilities of each team member;

1.3. Determine critical-thinking and consensus building skills used in group work/discussions;

1.4. Determine the root causes of obstacles/difficulties/problems encountered by the group;

1.5. Determine the mediation skills to be adopted by the group leader/chair where there is difference between members of the group;

1.6. Show how a Pakistani should show integrity and nationalism in thinking critically to address national social and economic problems;


1. Discuss the leadership skills required from a group leader;2. Explain the problem-solving techniques used to address the problem given;3. Discuss the mediation skills a group leader is expected to acquire;4. Explain the procedure to work professionally with others;5. Discuss what it takes to be a successful Pakistani entrepreneur; 6. Discuss the integrity and nationalism to be exhibited by a Tradesman and

concern Pakistani for national development;

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Unit: Support Innovative Ideas and Adopt Change


Credit Value: 2

GLH: 20hrs

Learning Outcomes:1. Support innovative ideas and adopt change




1. Support innovative ideas and adopt change1.1. Develop implementation strategies of the innovative ideas and best

practices discussed in Unit 21;1.2. Develop a methodical approach to communicate such innovative

ideas and best practices of building carpentry on seismic resistance to other Craftspersons/Tradesmen to effect change;


1. List the poor building concepts that needs to be changed in the building carpentry industry to conform to seismic resistant concepts;

2. Discuss good communication skills;3. Discuss a method of approach to be applied to effect positive change in the

industry;4. Discuss how the issues underpinning the innovative ideas and best practices

relates to development;

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Unit: Erect and Dismantle Shoring


Credit Value: 8

GLH: 80hrs

Learning Outcomes:1. Plan and prepare work2. Prepare material required for shoring work3. Carry out shoring work4. Remove shoring5. Clean up




1. Plan and prepare work1.1. Select appropriate personal protective equipment, correctly fitted and

use;1.2. Select appropriate tools and equipment to carry out tasks. Check for

serviceability and faults;2. Prepare material required for shoring work

2.1. Identify material requirements from the instructions/drawings and specifications as per unit 20;

3. Carry out shoring work3.1. Mark location to fix the shore as per the drawing in Unit 20;

3.2. Set out and cut to length component members as per the drawing;

3.3. Fix shore to support the structure;

4. Remove shoring4.1. Remove members after maintenance of structure following the

‘removing order’ and pay due consideration to the required health and safety procedures;

5. Clean up5.1. Clean working area free of remains;



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equipment; 4. Explain the use of a setting out rod;5. Explain the use of a cutting list;6. Discuss the safety standards in constructing a timber shoring i.e. the safety of

people working on site and those using the site and the particular attention to be shown on accuracy of marking, cutting, assembling and tightening members together;

7. Name the different types shoring to support a structure;8. Identify an appropriate timber and size that can safely support the structure;9. Name the basic types of timber joints and concepts used in the structure to

support the structure; 10. Determine the measurements and calculations involved in constructing the

timber shoring;11. Explain the importance of producing tight and properly fitted joints;12. Explain the correct procedure to assemble and dismantle members of a rake and

dead timber shoring;13. Explain the procedure to safely erect and dismantle access equipment;14. Explain the use and importance of braces in shoring;15. State the importance of communicating effectively to others to ensure safe and



to be taken;

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Unit: Erect and Strip Formwork for Concrete Work


Credit Value: 6

GLH: 60hrs

Learning Outcomes:1. Plan and prepare work2. Estimation for erection of form work3. Erect formwork4. Inspect formwork5. Strike formwork6. Clean up




1. Plan and prepare work1.1. Draw a timber formwork of a beam and column;

1.2. Develop a work schedule for a timber formwork of a beam and column;





2. Estimate for erection of form work2.1. Develop an estimate of material, labour and profit based on the

design;3. Erect formwork

3.1. Set out members as per the drawing and specifications and cut to size;

3.2. Clean work area and waste disposed in accordance with environmental protection good practice;

3.3. Select and erect access equipment as per defined safety procedures where required;

3.4. Level base of formwork;

3.5. Assemble component members of the formwork according to the design requirements;

3.6. Apply releasing agent according to the specifications;

3.7. Erect, fix, plumb and tighten formwork into place according to the design;

3.8. Erect the formwork support system in order and according to the

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required specification;3.9. Brace formwork as required;

3.10. Fix stop boards at appropriate locations/positions;

4. Inspect formwork4.1. Develop an inspection procedure and recording system for safety

and quality of work as per standards;5. Strike formwork

5.1. Remove waste material safely considering personnel on site;

5.2. Remove supports;

5.3. De-nail members;

6.






equipment; 4. Explain the use of a setting out rod;5. Explain the use of a cutting list;6. Discuss the safety standards in erecting and dismantling timber formwork i.e. the

particular attention to be shown on accuracy of marking, cutting, assembling and tightening and dismantling members;

7. Name the different types of materials appropriate for formwork structures;8. Name the basic types of timber joints and concepts used in timber formwork; 9. Determine the measurements and calculations involved in constructing timber

formwork;10. Name the types of releasing agent applied of formworks;11. Explain the purpose of applying releasing agent on formworks;12. Explain the importance of producing tight and properly fitted joints and supports

in timber formwork;13. Explain the correct procedure to erect and dismantle members of a timber

formwork;14. Explain the procedure to safely erect and dismantle access equipment;15. Explain the use and importance of braces in timber formwork;16. Discuss the procedure of leveling formworks;17. State the importance of communicating effectively to others to ensure safe and



to be taken;

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Unit: Plan and Carry out Demolition Work on Site


Credit Value: 6

GLH: 60hrs

Learning Outcomes:1. Plan demolition work on site2. Carry out demolition work on site 3. Complete work operations on site 4. Clean up




1. Plan demolition work on site1.1. Develop a site inspection report of a house to be demolished, which is

located in a residential area and has been destroyed by an earthquake;

1.2. Develop a demolition plan of the house as per the report in 1.1.;

1.3. Develop a work schedule for the demolition of the house;


1.5. Develop an estimate of material, labour and profit based on the plan developed in 1.1.;

1.6. Identify material requirements from the instructions/plan and specifications;



2. Carry out demolition work on site2.1. Support existing structural components before demolition work starts;

2.2. Carry out demolition work according to the demolition plan;

3. Complete work operations on site3.1. Dispose debris and waste according to the demolition plan and

Building Authority requirements;4. Clean up

4.1. Clean working area free of remains;



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equipment; 4. Discuss the safety standards in demolishing a house/structure within a residential

area;5. State the importance of communicating effectively to others to ensure safe and

effective work operations;6. Explain the faults and problems that may occur during construction and actions

to be taken;

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Building Carpentry Assessment Portfolio (Students) · Web view2011/12/15 · Explain the correct procedure to assemble members of a timber gable and hip roof; Explain the procedure