Core Curriculum Trainee Guide, 2004 Revision, Perfect Bound

by Nccer

• ISBN13: 9780131091870
• ISBN10: 0131091875
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Nonspecific Binding
• Copyright: 2004-01-01
• Publisher: PEARSONAW

Summary

This exceptionally produced trainee guide features a highly illustrated design, technical hints and tips from industry experts, review questions and a whole lot more! Key content includes Basic Safety, Introduction to Construction Math, Introduction to Hand Tools, Introduction to Power Tools, Introduction to Blueprints, Basic Rigging, Basic Communication Skills, Employability Skills.Instructor SupplementsInstructors: Product supplements may be ordered directly through OASIS at http://oasis.pearson.com . For more information contact your Pearson NCCER/Contren Sales Specialist at http://nccer.pearsonconstructionbooks.com/store/sales.aspx . Annotated Instructor's Guide (AIG) Paperback 0-13-109191-3 AIG Loose-Leaf 0-13-109192-1 AIG Paperback + Contren Connect Access Code PACKAGE 0-13-229992-5 AIG Contren Connect Access Code ONLY 0-13-239710-2 Computerized Testing Software 0-13-109917-5 Transparency Masters 0-13-109904-3 PowerPoint® Presentation Slides 0-13-160001-X National Construction Career Test (NCCT) available with this title http://nccer.org/academicAvailAssessments.aspx

Table of Contents

00101-04 Basic Safety (15 Hours)Explains the safety obligations of workers, supervisors, and managers to ensure a safe workplace

Discusses the causes and results of accidents and the dangers of rationalizing risk

Reviews the role of company policies and OSHA regulations

Introduces common job-site hazards and protections

00102-04 Introduction to Construction Math (15 Hours)

Reviews basic mathematical functions such as adding, subtracting, dividing, and multiplying whole numbers, fractions, and decimals, and explains their applications to the construction trades

Explains decimal-fraction conversions and the metric system using practical examples

Also reviews basic geometry as applied to common shapes and forms

00103-04 Introduction to Hand Tools (10 Hours)

Introduces trainees to hand tools that are widely used in the construction industry, such as hammers, saws, levels, pullers, vises, and clamps

Explains the specific applications of each tool and shows how to use them properly

Also discusses important safety and maintenance issues related to hand tools

00104-04 Introduction to Power Tools (5 Hours)Provides detailed descriptions of commonly used power tools such as drills, saws, grinders, and sanders

Reviews applications, proper use, safety, and maintenance

Many illustrations show power tools used in on-the-job settings

00105-04 introduction to Blueprints (7.5 Hours)

Familiarizes trainees with basic blueprint terms, components, and symbols

Explains the different types of blue print drawings (civil, architectural, structural, mechanical, plumbing/piping, and electrical) and instructs trainees on how to interpret and use drawing dimensions

Two oversized drawings are included

00106-04 Basic Rigging (20 Elective Hours)

Explains how ropes, chains, hoists, loaders, and cranes are used to move material and equipment from one location to another on a job site

Describes inspection techniques and load-handling safety practices

Also reviews American National Standards Institute (ANSI) hand signals

00107-04 Basic Communication Skills (5 Elective Hours

Must be combined with 00108-04)

Provides trainees with techniques for communicating effectively with co-workers and supervisors

Includes practical examples that emphasize the importance of verbal and written information and instructions on the job

Also discusses effective telephone and e-mail communication skills

00108-04 Basic Employability Skills (15 Elective Hours

Must be combined with 00107-04)

Identifies the roles of individuals and companiconstruction industry

Introduces trainees to critand problem solving skills and computer systems and theindustry applications

Also reviews effective releffective self-presentation, and key workplsexual harassment, stress, and substance abuse

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