Construction Craft Laborer

Module ID 27102: Carpenters use a wide variety of materials to work in practically every phase of construction. Whether their focus is residential, commercial, industrial, or infrastructure, carpenters work with a variety of materials including wood, concrete, steel, and composites. Along with using a variety of materials, carpenters generally are classified as either a rough or finish carpenter. This module reviews the types of materials used by carpenters, associated hazards and precautions, and related construction fasteners and adhesives.

Module ID 27114: Site and building layout are important parts of the overall construction process. On many jobsites, carpenters are required to perform basic building layout tasks that transfer construction drawing information to the construction site. Carpenters may be asked to lay out the location of buildings and other features on the site, check the dimensions of the structures as they are being built, document completed work, and verify that site layout meets plan specifications. This module provides an overview of these tasks and introduces basic building layout concepts and terms.

Module ID 27303: Carpenters working with concrete must be familiar with the different types of concrete, as well as their common uses and limitations. Concrete is a mixture of portland cement, water, and aggregate, but the proportions of these ingredients vary for different applications. In addition, concrete can include numerous admixtures to meet specific project needs and environmental conditions. Various methods are used to maintain concrete at a specific moisture content and temperature while it is curing.”

Module ID 27305: On large commercial and industrial projects, carpenters are often involved to some extent in the handling and placing of concrete. This module provides information on the equipment and methods used to place and finish concrete, as well as the various types of joints used to control cracking.

Module ID 27307: Every structure requires a foundation. Small structures may only require a thin slab with minimal rebar reinforcement, while high-rise buildings require complex foundation systems supported by piles embedded deep into the earth. A carpenter working on large commercial projects must be familiar with the wide range of foundation types and master the techniques to form, reinforce, place, and strip them.

Module ID 27308, from Carpentry Level Three: Covers the applications and construction methods for types of forming and form hardware systems for walls, columns, and stairs, as well as slip and climbing forms. Provides an overview of the assembly, erection, and stripping of gang forms.

Module ID 27309, from Carpentry Level Three: Describes elevated decks and formwork systems and methods used in their construction. Covers joist, pan, beam and slab, flat slab, composite slab, and specialty form systems and provides instructions for the use of flying decks, as well as shoring and reshoring systems.

Module ID 75123, from Field Safety: Covers the safety hazards and precautions necessary when working near heavy equipment. Presents general safety requirements for the use of forklifts and cranes.

Module ID 75110, from Field Safety: Covers common safety precautions related to steel-erection work, including controlled decking zones, hazardous materials and equipment precautions, tool safety, and appropriate personal protective equipment.

Module ID 75121, from Field Safety: Describes the basic precautions necessary to avoid electrical shock, arc, and blast hazards. It also describes the lockout/tagout procedure.

Module ID 27406, from Carpentry Level Four: Introduces construction equipment, including the aerial lift, skid steer loader, electric power generator, compressor, compactor, and forklift. An overview of general safety, operation, and maintenance procedures is provided.

Module ID 22206, from Heavy Equipment Operations Level Two: Covers the uses of forklifts on construction sites. Includes instructions for lifting, transporting, and placing various types of loads, as well as safety, operation, and maintenance procedures.

Module ID 29102, from Welding Level One: Explains the safety requirements for oxyfuel cutting. Identifies oxyfuel cutting equipment and setup requirements. Explains how to light, adjust, and shut down oxyfuel equipment. Trainees will perform cutting techniques that include straight line, piercing, bevels, washing, and gouging.

Module ID 28301, from Masonry Level Three: Describes how to work safely and efficiently on elevated structures. Explains how to maintain a safe work environment, ensure protection from falls, how to brace walls from outside forces, and how to identify common types of elevated walls. Stresses safety around equipment such as cranes and hoists.

Module ID 75122, from Field Safety: Explains the use of fall protection equipment. Covers safety precautions related to elevated work surfaces, including ladders, scaffolding, and aerial lifts.

Module ID 70101: Geared to entry-level craft workers, Your Role in the Green Environment provides pertinent information concerning the green environment, construction practices, and building rating systems. This edition has been updated to reflect LEED v4 with emphasis on standards for building design and construction. The updated content features contemporary issues such as net zero buildings and an expanded focus on issues relevant to international construction.