Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
PUBLIC TECHNICAL-VOCATIONAL
HIGH SCHOOLS

Unit of Competency: PREPARE CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS

AND TOOLS
Module Title: Preparing Construction
Module No.: 1
Materials and Tools
 ACKNOWLEDGMENT

We, the teachers assigned to work on the Refinement of Competency Based

Curriculum, Contextual Learning Material and Competency – Based Learning
Modules particularly in Building Construction, wish to express our gratitude and
appreciation for having given the chance to take part in this educational break
through. With high hopes we look forward for the improvement of the Technical-
Vocational Education of the country through the development of functional materials
such of the kind.

Marikina Hotel
Marikina City
April 20-25, 2009

Technology Writers:

Albino T. Luis
Ilocos Norte College of Arts and Trades
Laoag City

Agustin S. Minia
Cabarroguis National School of Arts & Trades
Quirino Province

Jovito G. Eugenio
Isabela School of Arts & Trades
Isabela

Remigio E. Maghuyop
Angeles City National Trade School
Angeles City

Marino B. Pagkaliwanggan
Manuel S. Enverga Memorial College of Arts & Trades
Mauban, Quezon Province

English Teachers:

Josefino D. L. Lu
Concepcion High School
Marikina City

Felicidad D. Zacarias
Reina Mercedes Vocational and Industrial School
Reina Mercedes, Izabela
Science Teachers:

Mery Rose R. Matic

San Rafael National Trade School
San Rafael, Bulacan

Ma. Patria P. Alejandrino

Don A. Roces Sr. Science Technology High School
Quezon City

Mathematics Teachers:

Sherrwin R. Andres
Ilocos Norte College of Arts and Trades
Laoag City

Helen M. Lozano
Don A. Roces Sr. Science Technology High School
Quezon City

Editorial Specialist:

Estrelita Y. Evangelista, (Ret.)

CESO VI
DepEd – Director, BSE

Facilitator

Orlando E. Manuel, Ph.D.

TVE, Resource Person

English Specialist

Josefina Mariano
Supervising Education Program

Science Specialist

Amparo Ventura
Education Program Specialist

Math Specialist

Jesus L. Huenda
Senior Education Specialist

Encoder

Marietta J. Ventura
DepED-EDPITAF
 ACKNOWLEDGMENT

Copyright Department of Education 2008

First Published JUNE 2008

This draft was prepared at the Competency-Based Learning

Materials Development Workshop conducted at the Marikina Hotel,
Marikina City on February 18-22, 2008.

This learning instrument was developed by the following

personnel:

Technology Teachers:

• Mr. Arnold M. Mendoza

• Mr. Agustin s. Minia
• Mr. Joel L. Rabago
• Mr. Arturo B. Mirador
• Mr. Albino T. Luis
• Mr. Benito G. Lazo

Contextual Teachers:

• Mr. Ronal B. Gapusan

Facilitator:

• Mr. Jose D. Gonzales Jr.

Encoder:

• Mrs. Ana Liza D. Dulos

• Ms. Gertrudes J. Hermo

Editor:

• Dr. Estrelita Y. Evangelista

This work was produced with funding provided by the Department of

Education.
REFERENCES AND FURTHER READING:

• Simplified Methods on Building Construction

First Edition
By: Max B. Fajardo Jr.

• Industrial Technology
Experimental Edition
By: SEPD Series

• Building Construction/House Wiring, House Plumbing and

Estimate
First Edition
By: Jose Lubrica

• Simplified Construction Estimate

Third Edition
By: Max B. Fajardo Jr.

• Civil Technology
First Edition
By: Rd. Eufemio P. Valdriz
 TABLE OF CONTENTS

Page
How to Use this Module.......................................................................i
Introduction.......................................................................................ii
Assessment Criteria …………………………………………………………….iii
Technical Terms ………………………………………………………………….iv
Learning Outcome 1 Identify Tools and Materials Application to a
Specific Job Construction...............................1
• Learning Experiences / Activities..............................................2
• Information Sheet 1.1..............................................................3
• Self-Check 1.1.........................................................................4
• Information Sheet 1.2..............................................................5
• Self Check t 1.2.......................................................................6
Learning Outcome 2 Acquire Appropriate Materials and Tools .........7
• Learning Experiences / Activities..............................................8
• Information Sheet 2.1..............................................................9
• Self-Check 2.1.......................................................................10
• Information Sheet 2.2............................................................11
• Self Check 2.2.......................................................................12
Learning Outcome 3 Inspect and Check Tools and Materials
Received.........................................................13
• Learning Experiences / Activities............................................14
• Information Sheet 3.1............................................................15
• Self-Check 3.1.......................................................................16
• Answer Key........................................................................17-18
 HOW TO USE THIS MODULE

Welcome to the Module in “Preparing Construction Materials

and Tools”.This module contains training materials and activities for
you to complete.

The unit of competency “Prepare Construction Materials and

Tools ” contains the knowledge, skills and attitudes for a Masonry
NC I course.

You are required to go through a series of learning activities in

order to complete each of the learning outcomes of the module. In
each learning outcomes there are Information Sheets, Job Sheets,
Operation Sheets. Follow these activities on our own and answer the
Self-Check at the end of each learning activity.

If you have questions, do not hesitate to ask your facilitator for

assistance.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

You may already have some of the knowledge and skills

covered in this module because you have:

□ been working for some time

□ already completed training in this area

If you can demonstrate to your teacher that you are competent

in a particular skill or skills, talk to him/her about having them, to be
formally recognized, so you don’t have to undergo the same training
again. If you have a qualification or Certificate of Competency from
previous trainings, show it to your teacher. If the skills you acquired
are still current and relevant, they may become part of the evidence
you can present for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). If you are not
sure about the status of your skill, discuss this with your trainer.

After completing this module, ask your teacher to assess your

competency. Result of your assessment will be recorded in your
competency profile. All the learning activities are designed for you to
complete at your own pace.

In this module, you will find the activities for you to complete,
followed by relevant information sheets and learning outcome. Each
learning outcome may have more than one learning activity.
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Program/Course :MASONRY NC I

Unit of Competency :Prepare Construction Materials and Tools

Module Title :Preparing Construction Materials and

Tools
INTRODUCTION:

This module contains information and suggested learning

activities on Masonry NC I. It includes instruction and procedure on
how to Prepare Construction Materials and Tools .

Completion of this module will help you better understand the

succeeding module on Observing Procedures, specifications and
Manual of Instructions.

This module consists of three learning outcomes. Each learning

outcome contains learning activities supported by instruction sheets.
Before you perform the instructions, read the information sheets and
answer the self-check and activities provided for, to ensure that you
have acquired the knowledge necessary to perform the skills portion of
the particular learning outcome.

Upon completing this module, report to your instructor for

assessment to check your achieved knowledge and skills requirements
of this module. If you pass the assessment, you will be given a
certificate of completion.

SUMMARY OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Upon completing this module you should be able to:

LO1. Identify materials and tools applicable to a specific construction

job.
LO2. Acquire appropriate materials and tools.
LO3. Inspect the acquired materials.
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ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:

1. Tools and materials are identified per job requirement.

2. Tools are classified according to their function and job
requirements.
3. Materials are classified according to their uses for specific
construction project.
4. Tools and materials are selected per job requirement.

PREREQUISITES:

None
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TECHNICAL TERMS

Bill is a statement of payment due to goods and services

Damage is a destruction, injury, or harm to a person or thing.

Job is a piece of work of a definite extent or character for a set

of fee.
List is a series of words and numbers

Material is a stuff upon which a thing is made

Quantity is a number amount in size.

Tool is a simple implement, as a hammer, saw, spade chisel

etc. use in work

Work is something made or accomplished

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Program/Course :MASONRY NC I

Unit of Competency :PREPARE CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS

Module Title :Preparing Construction Materials and

Tools

Learning Outcome 1

Identify tools and materials applicable to a specific job construction

job.

Assessment Criteria:

1. Tools and materials are identified per job requirements

2. Tools are classified according to their function and job
requirements.
3. Materials are classified according to their uses for
specific construction

Resources: References Tools/Equipment, etc.- They should conform

to the Contextual learning Matrix (Refer to from the
conditions of the Competency Based Curriculum)
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LEARNING EXPERIENCES /ACTIVITIES

LO. No. 1- Identify Materials and Tools Applicable to Job

Learning Activities Special Instruction

1. Read Information Sheet 1-1 * Information Sheet 1-1

on Types and Uses of
Construction Materials and * Answer the Self-Check without
Tools looking at the Information Sheet
2. Answer self –check no. 1-1
to test your knowledge on * Answer Key 1-1
Types and Uses of
Construction Materials and
Tools
3. Compare Answers to
Answer Key 1-1
4. If you miss some of the
items, carefully, go over
again the information sheet
5. When ready, you can
proceed to the next activity
1. Read Information Sheet 1-2 .* Information Sheet 1-2
on Description on Materials
and Tools * Answer the Self-Check without
2. Answer Self –Check no. 1-2 looking at the Information Sheet
to test your knowledge on
Description of Materials and * Answer key 1-2
Tools
3. Compare your Answers to
Answer Key 1-2
4. If you miss some of the
items , go over again very
carefully the information
sheet
5. When ready, you can
proceed to the
the next activity
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 INFORMATION SHEET 1-1

Types and Uses of Construction Materials and Tools

This lesson will enable you to identify Materials and Tools

applicable to a specific job.

Materials Uses

Lumber Construction/Furniture
Nails Construction/Furniture
Screw Construction/Furniture
G.I wire Construction
Cement Construction
Sand Construction
Gravel Construction
Water Construction
Steel Reinforcement Construction
G. I Sheet Construction

Tools Uses

Saw Cutting
Square Testing
Level hose Testing
Level bar Testing
Hammer Driving
Chisel Cutting
Plane Smoothing
Drill bit Boring
Oil stone Sharpening
Trowel Finishing

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 SELF – CHECK 1-1

Write opposite the given materials and tools their corresponding

uses. Do this on your answer sheet.

Materials Uses

Lumber
Nails
Screw
G.I wire
Cement
Sand
Gravel
Water
Steel Reinforcement
G. I Sheet

Tools Uses

Saw
Square
Level hose
Level bar
Hammer
Chisel
Plane
Drill bit
Oil stone
Trowel

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 Information Sheet 1- 2
Description of Materials and Tools

In this lesson you will describe the materials and tools according to
their description per job requirement.

Materials

Lumber a sawn Timber

Nails are made of metal used for fastening woods
Cement is a powder substance which when mixed with water acts as
binder of aggregate
Sand a fine gritty , substance found in the shore and desert
Plywood is a thin cross laminated sheet of wood
Gravel is coarse aggregate

Tools

Pull-push-rule is used for measuring long distances

Claw hammer is used for driving and pulling out nails
Cross-cut-saw is a tool used for cutting across the grain
Ripsaw is used for cutting along the grain
Plumb-bob is used for vertical alignment
Try square is used to test the squareness of a stock
Hack saw is a fine toothed saw used to cut metals and pipes
Level bar is a tool used in checking vertical and horizontal position

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 Self-Check 1-2

Direction : Supply the blank with what is asked. Write your answer on
your answer sheet.

_____________1. It is a thin cross laminated sheet of wood

_____________2. This is made of metal used for fastening.
_____________3. It is a powder substance mixed with water .
_____________4. It is a fine, dry , gritty substance mixed with water
_____________5. It is a sawn timber
_____________6. It is used for measuring long distances.
_____________7. It is used for driving and pulling out nails
_____________8. It is a tool used for cutting along the grain.
_____________9. It is used for vertical alignment.
_____________10. It is a tool used to test the squareness of a stock.

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Program/Course :MASONRY NC I

Unit of Competency :PREPARE CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS

Module Title :Preparing Construction Materials and

Tools

Learning Outcome 2 Acquire appropriate materials and tools

Assessment Criteria:

1. Needed materials and tools are listed per job

requirements.
2. Materials and tools are requested according to the
prepared list.
3. Request is done per described standard operating
procedure (SOP).
4. Materials and tools are substituted and provided
without sacrificing cost and quality of work.

Resources: References Tools/Equipment, etc.- They should conform

with the Contextual learning Matrix (Refer to the conditions of
the Competency Based Curriculum)

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 LEARNING EXPERIENCES /ACTIVITIES

LO. No. 2- Acquire appropriate materials and tools

Learning Activities Special Instruction

1. Read Information Sheet 2-1 * Information Sheet 2-1

on Requisition procedure
2. Answer Self –Check no. 2-1 * Answer the Self-Check without
to test your knowledge on looking at the information sheet
Requisition procedure
3. Compare your Answers to * Answer key 2-1
Answer key 2-1
4. If you miss some of the
items, carefully, go over
again the information sheet
5. When ready, you can
proceed to the next activity
1. Read Information Sheet 2-2 .* Information Sheet 2-2
on Requested Materials and
Tools According to Prepared * Answer the Self-Check without
list looking at the Information Sheet
2. Answer Self –Check no. 2-2
to test your knowledge on * Answer Key 2-2
Requested Materials and
Tools According to Prepared
list
3. Compare your Answers to
Answer key 2-2
4. If you miss some of the
items , review and analyze
well the information sheet
5. When ready, you can
proceed to the
the next activity

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 INFORMATION SHEET 2-1

LO.2 Requisition Procedure

The information that follows will teach you how to accomplish

the form in order to acquire materials.

Procedure:

1. State the name of the project and date when you requested for
materials.
2. Fill in the classification of the project and its purpose.
3. Write the number of available materials.
4. List the unit of materials to be requisitioned.
5. Enumerate the materials with their description.
6. List the cost per unit and the total cost.
7. Write your name as requisitioner.
8. Secure the approval of authorities concerned.

SAMPLE OF A REQUISITION FORM

Suggested Project: Bulletin Board DATE

Requisition Materials and Unit
Balance on
Unit Description price Total
Hand Quantity

1 Piece ¾ Plywood P 700.00

1 Liter Stain Maple P110.00
1 Kilo Finishing nail P 30.00
11/2
1 Foot Sand Paper P 50.00
1 Liter QDE Boysen P 150.00
(Green)
1 Liter Thinner (Lacquer) P 80.00
1 Piece Paint brush 2 P 20.00
P1040.00

____________________________ _____________________________________
REQUISITIONER VOCATIONAL SCHOOL ADMINISTRATOR

___________________________
SUPPLY OFFICER

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 SELF-CHECK 2-1

Direction : Fill up the requisition form. Use another sheet for your
answer.

Suggested project Bulletin Board

Balance on Requisition Materials and Unit
Total
Hand Quantity Unit Description price

Teacher examines and inspects the output by using the following

scoring guide.

Criteria Rating

1. Accuracy 40%
2. Observance of the sequence of steps 30%
3. Readability of Information 20%
4. Neatness of work 10%
100%

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 Information Sheet 2-2

Requested materials and tools according to the prepared

list

Bill of Materials

A bill of materials is a list of all things needed in a project

together with their description, sizes and amount or price. All
information needed should be in the bill of materials

Parts of a Bill of Materials

1. Quantity tells the amount of materials to be purchased
2. Unit gives the measure of materials to be purchased
3. Description states the detailed name of materials
4. Unit cost gives the price of each materials
5. Amount is the cost of all materials

Suggested Project: Bulletin Board

Materials and Unit
Quantity Unit Total
Description price

1 Piece ¾ Plywood P 700.00

1 Liter Stain Maple P110.00
1 Kilo Finishing nail P 30.00
11/2
1 Foot Sand Paper P 50.00
1 Liter QDE Boysen P 150.00
(Green)
1 Liter Thinner (Lacquer) P 80.00
1 Piece Paint brush 2 P 20.00
P1040.00

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 SELF-CHECK NO.2-2

Directions: Complete the following bill of materials with the missing

information based on the given project. Write your answer on a piece
of paper.

Given Project: Bulletin Board.

Unit
Quantity Unit Total
price

1 ¾ Plywood
1 Liter Stain Maple P110.00
1 Finishing nail P
11/2
Sand Paper P 50.00
QDE Boysen P
(Green)
Liter Thinner (Lacquer) P 80.00
1 Paint brush 2

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Program/Course :MASONRY NC I

Unit of Competency :PREPARE CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS

AND TOOLS

Module Title :Preparing Construction Materials and

Tools

Learning Outcome 3

Inspect and check tools and materials received.

Assessment Criteria:

1. Materials and tools are received and inspected per

quantity and specification based on requisition.
2. Tools and materials are checked for damages and
manufacturing.
3. Materials and tools received are handled with
appropriate safety devices.

c
Resources: References Tools/Equipment, etc.- They should conform
with the Contextual learning Matrix (Refer to the
conditions of the Competency Based Curriculum)

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 LEARNING EXPERIENCES /ACTIVITIES

LO3 - Inspect and check materials and tools received

Learning Activities Special Instruction

1. Read Information Sheet 3 * Information Sheet 3

on Inspection and Checking
of Tools Received * Answer the Self-Check without
2. Answer Self –Check no. 3 to looking at the information sheet
test your knowledge on
Inspection and Checking of * Answer key 3
Tools Received
3. If you miss some of the
items , review the
information sheet
4. When ready, you can
proceed to the next activity

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 INFORMATION SHEET 3-1

Acquire and Inspect Materials/Tools Received

In acquiring materials, it is important that you inspect and

check them for defects and damage so that they can be replaced. In
addition, you need to handle them carefully and store safely that they
will last.

1. Check if the materials and tools are complete in terms of

quantity and specification (number of pieces, length, width, etc.)
2. Check the working condition of each materials and tool
3. Check the accessories of each material and tool. See to it that
nothing is missing.
4. If any of the materials or tools is found missing or defective,
report it immediately to the supply officer or teacher.
5. Get a replacement for the materials and tools if found defective.
6. Sign the requisition form as you receive materials and tools.
7. Store the received materials and tools in a safe area or store
room nearest your workplace.
8. Always handle the materials and tools carefully.

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 SELF-CHECK 3-1

Direction: Check the materials and tools that are being received in the
checklist. Put X if the materials and tools are not in good condition
and √ check if in good condition

Tools and Materials Remarks

1. 1 piece ¾ plywood
2. 1 liter satin maple
3. 1 kilo finishing #1½
4. 1 foot sand paper
5. 1 liter qde boysen
(green)
6. 1 liter thinner
(lacquer)
7. 1 piece paint brush

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 ANSWERS KEY

LO1. (Self-Check 1-1)

USES

1. Construction/Furniture
2. Construction/Furniture
3. Construction/Furniture
4. Construction/Furniture
5. Construction/Furniture
6. Construction/Furniture
7. Construction/Furniture
8. Construction/Furniture
9. Construction/Furniture
10. Construction/Furniture

LO2. (Self-check )

1. Cutting
2. Testing
3. Testing
4. Testing
5. Driving
6. Paring/Cutting
7. Smoothing
8. Boring
9. Sharpening
10. Finishing

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 ANSWER KEY

LO 1. Self-Check 1-2 LO 2. Self-Check 2-2

1. Plywood 1. Description
2. Nails 2. Piece
3. Cement 3. P700.00
4. Sand 4. kilo
5. Lumber 5.P30.00
6. Pull-push rule 6. 1
7. Claw hammer 7. Foot
8. Rip saw 8. 1
9. Plumb-bob 9.P150.00
10. Try-square 10. 1
11. Liter
12. Piece
13. P20.00
14. P1040.00

LO 2. Self-Check 2-1 LO 3 Self-Check 3-1

1. 1 Pc ¾ Plywood P 70.00 1. √
2. 1 Liter Wood Stain (Maple) P110.00 2. √
3. 1 Kl. 1 ½ Finishing Nails P 75.00 3. X
4. 2 pcs. 180 Sandpaper P 30.00 4. √
5. 2 pcs. 200 Sandpaper P 30.00 5. √
6. 1 Liter Blackboard Paint QDE 6. X
Boysen Green P 120.00 7. √
7. 2 Bottles Paint Thinner P 50.00

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8. 2 pcs. Paint Brush P 50.00

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