Introduction to Construction Bundle #1

Essential Outcome: Students will pass a safe-tool-use-test.
Standards & Indicators:
T.E.HS.14.C Use tools, equipment, and systems properly.
T.E.HS.14.D Follow safe practices around technological devices and system.
T.E.HS.14.E Evaluate the appropriate means of completing technological tasks.
Declarative Knowledge (What they will know) / Procedural Knowledge (What they will do)
Learning Goals / (What the students should be learning)
1. Students will be able to safely use hand tools and power equipment in the lab. / Processes / (The actions the students will perform)
  • Students will read related information
  • Observe demonstrations and videos
  • Discuss appropriate safety practices
  • Identify tools and their appropriate uses
  • Each student will pass a performance test on all pieces of power equipment in the lab in front of the instructor

Organizing
Ideas / (The Concepts taught)
The safe use of tools and equipment prevents injury and expense
Details / (Activities or actions -write, use, identify)
  • Observe demonstration of safe tool and equipment use
  • Demonstrate safe tool and equipment use
/ Skills / (Applied knowledge the student will execute)
  • Students will demonstrate and practice safe tool and equipment use
  • Read
  • View videos
  • Class discussion
  • Teacher demonstration
  • Performance evaluation
  • Practiced all year

Vocabulary / (Words essential to this bundle.)
Clothing safetySafety zones
Dust collectorSpills
Electrical CircuitTool inspection
Emergency power stopUnusual noises
ErgonomicsVision protection
Grounding
Hearing protection
Intended purpose
Minimum distance from blades
OSHA
Pneumatic pressure
Power switch
Repetitive stress injury

INSERT THE SEMESTER, QUARTER, and TIME IT TAKES TO TEACH THIS TOPIC.3 Weeks

Resources / (What Materials do you use?)
Construction textbook
Construction workbook
Safety video
All the lab tools and equipment / Activities / (The actual assignments, projects, and learning activities you use to teach the bundle. Also, list the assessments for the Bundle here by Title)
  • Read information related to tool and equipment safety
  • Observe demonstration of safe use
  • Written tool identification test
  • Performance safety test

Introduction to Construction Bundle # 2

Essential Outcome: Investigate the rules for safety in the trades of framing, electrical, plumbing, dry wall, HVAC, painting, and other trades.
Standards & Indicators:
T.E.HS.14.C Use tools, equipment, and systems properly.
T.E.HS.14.D Follow safe practices around technological devices and system.
T.E.HS.14.E Evaluate the appropriate means of completing technological tasks.
Declarative Knowledge (What they will know) / Procedural Knowledge (What they will do)
Learning Goals / (What the students should be learning)
  1. Students will be able to discuss rules for safety in various
trades. / Processes / (The actions the students will perform)
  • Students will research safety practices related to various trades on the internet and create a poster illustrating their findings which will be shared and discussed with all class members

Organizing
Ideas / (The Concepts taught)
Safety needs may vary by trade
Details / (Activities or actions -write, use, identify)
  • Research safety practices in various trades
/ Skills / (Applied knowledge the student will execute)
  • Read
  • Research
  • Class discussion
  • Create a poster

Vocabulary / (Words essential to this bundle.)
Call before you digExplosion
Climbing harnessFumes
COLadders
CO2 Natural gas
CombustionSafe storage
CrimpersScaffolding
Electrical shockShears

INSERT THE SEMESTER, QUARTER, and TIME IT TAKES TO TEACH THIS TOPIC.2 Week

Resources / (What Materials do you use?)
TextbookGlue sticks
WorkbookMarkers
Computers with internet accessGuest speakers
Poster board / Activities / (The actual assignments, projects, and learning activities you use to teach the bundle. Also, list the assessments for the Bundle here by Title)
  • Internet research
  • Create poster
  • Share results
  • Guest speaker

Introduction to Construction Bundle #3

Essential Outcome: Measure accurately and apply basic math concepts to realistic scenarios in the construction trades.
Standards & Indicators:
TE.HS.3.C Understanding how technology is related to other school subjects, particularly science and math.
TE.HS.3.D Apply concepts learned in math, social studies, science, and other classes.
TE.HS.3.E Be able to use both verbal and written skills to communicate ideas and solutions.
Declarative Knowledge (What they will know) / Procedural Knowledge (What they will do)
Learning Goals / (What the students should be learning)
1. Students will be able to measure using a ruler, scale, tape,
and framing square.
2. Compute cost of materials needed for a project.
3. Compile a simple estimate. / Processes / (The actions the students will perform)
  • Investigate math applied to various construction trades
  • Practice measuring

Organizing
Ideas / (The Concepts taught)
  • Measuring
  • Basic math applied to the construction trades

Details / (Activities or actions -write, use, identify)
  • Practice measuring
  • Collect prices for estimates
  • Compile an estimate
/ Skills / (Applied knowledge the student will execute)
  • Read
  • Discuss math applications for various trades
  • Practice telephone etiquette when calling for prices

Vocabulary / (Words essential to this bundle.)
AccuracyFormula
Architect scaleFraming square
EstimateTape measure

INSERT THE SEMESTER, QUARTER, and TIME IT TAKES TO TEACH THIS TOPIC.3 Weeks

Resources / (What Materials do you use?)
Architect scales
Framing squares
Guest speakers (applied math)
Library
Rulers,
Tape measures / Activities / (The actual assignments, projects, and learning activities you use to teach the bundle. Also, list the assessments for the Bundle here by Title)
  • Read
  • Practice measuring
  • Research how math is applied in different trades
  • Listen to guest speaker
  • Written measuring test
  • Submit written estimate

Introduction to Construction Bundle # 4

Essential Outcome: Make simple sketches and plans.
Standards & Indicators:
T.E.HS.7.H Create unique solutions to stated issues.
Declarative Knowledge (What they will know) / Procedural Knowledge (What they will do)
Learning Goals / (What the students should be learning)
  1. Students will be able to convert a given idea into a sketch.
  2. Correlate actual measurements with a sketch drawn to scale.
/ Processes / (The actions the students will perform)
  • Read text
  • Measure using an architects scale
  • Sketch a given structure to scale

Organizing
Ideas / (The Concepts taught)
Clearly convey an idea without words.
Details / (Activities or actions -write, use, identify)
  • Determine the appropriate architectural scale and create a drawing which accurately represents the given idea
/ Skills / (Applied knowledge the student will execute)
  • Read
  • Draw
  • Class discussion
  • Be able to explain: scale
  • Measure accurately
  • Convert to a usable scale

Vocabulary / (Words essential to this bundle.)
Accuracy Architectural scale
Angles CAD
Circle template Drafting
Drawn to scale
Schematic

INSERT THE SEMESTER, QUARTER, and TIME IT TAKES TO TEACH THIS TOPIC.1 Week

Resources / (What Materials do you use?)
Textbook Paper
Workbook Architectural scales
Architectural templatePencils
Angles
Protractor
Compass
Guest speaker / Activities / (The actual assignments, projects, and learning activities you use to teach the bundle. Also, list the assessments for the Bundle here by Title)
  • Read
  • Lecture
  • Hand outs
  • Measure
  • Create an accurate and neat sketch then drawing
  • Quiz

Introduction to Construction Bundle #5

Essential Outcome: Interpret plans and blueprints.
Standards & Indicators:
T.E.HS.8.C Apply a problem solving or formal design process for a technological project.
T.E.HS.8.E Evaluate technologies based on formal research and experimentation.
Declarative Knowledge (What they will know) / Procedural Knowledge (What they will do)
Learning Goals / (What the students should be learning)
  1. Students will be able to look at a plan or blueprint and
describe what they see or commence construction.
  1. Create a list of materials needed.
/ Processes / (The actions the students will perform)
  • Convert what they see in a sketch into words or action.
  • Create a materials list including lumber, fasteners hardware, and millwork required
  • Use charts and texts to interpret symbols

Organizing
Ideas / (The Concepts taught)
Ideas can be converted into plans and projects
Details / (Activities or actions -write, use, identify)
  • Convert the plan or blueprint into a plan of action
  • Create a materials list
  • Create a time line for completion
/ Skills / (Applied knowledge the student will execute)
  • Read text
  • Interpret blueprint symbols
  • Interpret charts

Vocabulary / (Words essential to this bundle.)
Bench mark
Blueprint
Materials list
Numerous symbols for openings, electrical, plumbing fixtures and mechanical equipment
Timeline

INSERT THE SEMESTER, QUARTER, and TIME IT TAKES TO TEACH THIS TOPIC.3 Weeks

Resources / (What Materials do you use?)
Textbook
Workbook
Internet
Charts
Handouts / Activities / (The actual assignments, projects, and learning activities you use to teach the bundle. Also, list the assessments for the Bundle here by Title)
  • Look at a given blueprint and translate the symbols into a materials list and a construction time line.
  • Evaluate a materials needed list for accuracy
  • Evaluate a proposed time line for reasonable benchmarks

Introduction to Construction Bundle #6

Essential Outcome: Work cooperatively, respectfully, and share tools with other students while working on projects.
Standards & Indicators:
TE.HS.5.D Contribute during group problem solving assignments.
TE.HS.5.E Complete design takes using a standard process.
TE.HS.5.F Participate in small group design and production activities.
TE.HS.5.G Evaluate the efficiency of a team project.
Declarative Knowledge (What they will know) / Procedural Knowledge (What they will do)
Learning Goals / (What the students should be learning)
1. Students will be able to work cooperatively in groups on projects while sharing tools. / Processes / (The actions the students will perform)
  • The measuring, cutting, and assembly of required projects

Organizing
Ideas / (The Concepts taught)
Planning ahead to use tools when they might be available from the group
Details / (Activities or actions -write, use, identify)
  • Work productively in the construction lab setting
/ Skills / (Applied knowledge the student will execute)
  • The assembly of project pieces in proper order and sequence, as others work, read, draw , and demonstrate

Vocabulary / (Words essential to this bundle.)
Cooperative work
Efficiency
Productivity
Sequence
Share

INSERT THE SEMESTER, QUARTER, and TIME IT TAKES TO TEACH THIS TOPIC.3 Weeks

Resources / (What Materials do you use?)
Power tools
Hand tools
Textbooks
Videos
Handouts
Workbook / Activities / (The actual assignments, projects, and learning activities you use to teach the bundle. Also, list the assessments for the Bundle here by Title)
  • Create a triangle T puzzle game
  • Create a basketball game project
  • Rubric used for evaluation

Introduction to Construction Bundle #7

Essential Outcome: Design and build a project demonstrating current building and construction techniques.
Standards & Indicators:
TE.HS.13.C Create a prototype or model of a structure to evaluate a design.
Declarative Knowledge (What they will know) / Procedural Knowledge (What they will do)
Learning Goals / (What the students should be learning)
1. Students will be able to demonstrate proper building techniques. / Processes / (The actions the students will perform)
  • Sketch, draw, and build a model house demonstrating accepted building practices or codes
  • Create a new structure combining door, window, wall, and roof framing skills

Organizing
Ideas / (The Concepts taught)
Building codes and accepted practices need to be followed when creating new or adding to existing structures
Details / (Activities or actions -write, use, identify)
  • Combine door, window, wall, and roof framing skills into
one project / Skills / (Applied knowledge the student will execute)
  • Proficient use of hand tools and power tools
  • Print reading
  • Framing
  • Cooperative learning

Vocabulary / (Words essential to this bundle.)
Accepted practiceHip rafter
Building codeJack stud
Ceiling joistKing stud
CrippleRafter
Floor joistSill plate
FramingSole plate
HeaderStud

INSERT THE SEMESTER, QUARTER, and TIME IT TAKES TO TEACH THIS TOPIC.9 weeks

Resources / (What Materials do you use?)
Numerous building supplies including lumber and hardware
TextbookPower tools
WorkbookGlue
Hand outsPlans
Hand toolsBalsa wood / Activities / (The actual assignments, projects, and learning activities you use to teach the bundle. Also, list the assessments for the Bundle here by Title)
  • Build a model house
  • Build a structure combining door, window, wall, and roof framing skills

Introduction to Construction Bundle #8

Essential Outcome: Explore how architectural ideas are converted into projects and how projects are managed.
Standards & Indicators:
TE.HS.10.F Model a solution in various ways.
Declarative Knowledge (What they will know) / Procedural Knowledge (What they will do)
Learning Goals / (What the students should be learning)
  1. Students will be able to take a project from drawing to model.
  2. Students will share the responsibilities associated
with project management. / Processes / (The actions the students will perform)
  • Students will take turns sharing the leadership responsibilities on a job

Organizing
Ideas / (The Concepts taught)
  • Ideas are converted to drawings and drawings are always used in the construction of buildings
  • Responsibilities are shared by many

Details / (Activities or actions -write, use, identify)
  • This essential outcome overlaps EO#6 Work cooperatively, respectfully, and share tools with other students while working on projects
/ Skills / (Applied knowledge the student will execute)
Student will take turn acting as:
  • Project manager
  • Foreman
  • Safety officer
  • Tool crib supervisor
  • Supply coordinator
  • Laborer

Vocabulary / (Words essential to this bundle.)
ForemanProject manager
Hard hatSafety officer
JourneymanSkilled trade
LaborerSupply coordinator
LeadershipToll crib supervisor
Management

INSERT THE SEMESTER, QUARTER, and TIME IT TAKES TO TEACH THIS TOPIC.Concurrent 9 weeks

Resources / (What Materials do you use?)
Textbooks
Workbooks
Drawings
Hand outs
Internet access
Guest speaker / Activities / (The actual assignments, projects, and learning activities you use to teach the bundle. Also, list the assessments for the Bundle here by Title)
  • Participate in the shared responsibility of managing a project from conception to completion

Introduction to Construction Bundle # 9

Essential Outcome: Demonstrate building construction techniques for the trades of: concrete and masonry, framing, electrical, plumbing, dry walling, HVAC, and painting.
Standards & Indicators
TE.HS.16.C Select the optimum tools or systems to complete a task.
TE.HS.16.D Apply common technologies.
TE.HS.16.E Identify how various tools or equipment solve personal or societal needs.
Declarative Knowledge (What they will know) / Procedural Knowledge (What they will do)
Learning Goals / (What the students should be learning)
1. Students will be able to make wall sections or work boards showing proper building techniques specific to each trade. / Processes / (The actions the students will perform)
  • Identify tools used in various trades
  • Create wall board
  • Discuss wall board components

Organizing
Ideas / (The Concepts taught)
  • Measurement
  • Assembly
  • Proper sequence
  • Safety practices

Details / (Activities or actions -write, use, identify)
  • Create wall sections
  • Identify framing members correctly
/ Skills / (Applied knowledge the student will execute)
  • Measure
  • Print reading
  • Safe tool and equipment use
  • Construct wall board

Vocabulary / (Words essential to this bundle.)
Ducting termsNails
FastenerPaint types
Framing membersTamper
HammerTrowel

INSERT THE SEMESTER, QUARTER, and TIME IT TAKES TO TEACH THIS TOPIC.5 Weeks

Resources / (What Materials do you use?)
TextbooksSaws
WorkbooksSheet metal tools
WoodPlumbing tools
HammersBrushes
TapesRoller
NailsCleaning supplies
Square / Activities / (The actual assignments, projects, and learning activities you use to teach the bundle. Also, list the assessments for the Bundle here by Title)
  • Build a wall board or wall section utilizing skills representative of several trades
  • Listen to guest speakers
  • Participate in two identification tests

Introduction to Construction Bundle # 10

Essential Outcome: Study site preparation, earthwork, setting footings and foundations, building the superstructure, enclosing the structure, installing systems, finishing the structure, and completing the site.
Standards & Indicators:
TE.HS.14.C Use tools, equipment, and systems properly.
TE.HS.14.E Evaluate the appropriate means of completing technological tasks.
Declarative Knowledge (What they will know) / Procedural Knowledge (What they will do)
Learning Goals / (What the students should be learning)
1. Get a broad understanding of the skills and materials which go into each phase of construction. / Processes / (The actions the students will perform)
  • Practice, where possible, the use of tools related to various skill trades
  • Identify tools related to specific construction trades

Organizing
Ideas / (The Concepts taught)
  • Practice using some tools from each trade
  • Proper sequence
  • Safety practices

Details / (Activities or actions -write, use, identify)
  • Practice proper use of tools specific to each trade
/ Skills / (Applied knowledge the student will execute)
  • Safe and appropriate tool use
  • Match tools to various skill trades
  • Practice using a transit level

Vocabulary / (Words essential to this bundle.)
Back fill
Batterboard
Cement
Concrete
Crawlspace
Drainage options
Excavation
Form boards
Frost line
Green construction

INSERT THE SEMESTER, QUARTER, and TIME IT TAKES TO TEACH THIS TOPIC.4 Weeks

Resources / (What Materials do you use?)
Textbooks
Workbooks
Wood
Hammers
Square
Saws
Sheet metal tools
Plumbing tools
Brushes
Roller
Cleaning supplies
Guest speaker / Activities / (The actual assignments, projects, and learning activities you use to teach the bundle. Also, list the assessments for the Bundle here by Title)
  • Setup batterboards
  • Adjust and stake up square for level
  • Performance test
  • Listen to guest speakers

Introduction to Construction Bundle # 11

Essential Outcome: Investigate topics related to special purpose structures, green construction, and construction careers.
Standards & Indicators:
TE.HS.6.D Explain factors which influence technological implementation.
TE.HS.6.E Differentiate consumer wants, needs, and interests.
Declarative Knowledge (What they will know) / Procedural Knowledge (What they will do)
Learning Goals / (What the students should be learning)
  1. Describe uses of special purpose structures.
  2. Investigate green construction concepts.
  3. Research construction careers.
/ Processes / (The actions the students will perform)
  • Describe possible uses for special purpose structures
  • Research green building options for a special
  • purpose structures
  • Research construction careers

Organizing
Ideas / (The Concepts taught)
There are many and various careers related to building construction
Details / (Activities or actions -write, use, identify)
  • Research
  • Report
/ Skills / (Applied knowledge the student will execute)
  • Read technical information and research green techniques for a report to the class regarding a proposed special purpose structure which includes green options
  • Interview a person working in the construction trades
  • Compare and contrast education required, earning potential, and job forecast combined with personal strengths and geographic preferences to identify a preferred construction career

Vocabulary / (Words essential to this bundle.)
ArchitectThermal mass
ConductionThermosiphoning
Construction managerTrade unions
ContractorTrombe wall
ConvectionVenting
Earning potential
Green thinking
Job forecast
Orientation
Overhangs
Radiant energy
Solar gain
Special purpose structure
Sunspace

INSERT THE SEMESTER, QUARTER, and TIME IT TAKES TO TEACH THIS TOPIC.3 Weeks