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This course introduces students to building materials and processes through opportunities to design and build various construction projects. Students will learn to create and read working drawings; become familiar with common construction materials, components, and processes; and perform a variety of fabrication, assembly, and finishing operations. They will use a variety of hand and power tools and apply knowledge of imperial and metric systems of measurement, as appropriate. Students will develop an awareness of environmental and societal issues related to construction technology, and will explore secondary and postsecondary pathways leading to careers in the industry. Prerequisite: None

A. CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY FUNDAMENTALS

OVERALL EXPECTATIONS By the end of this course, students will:

A1. describe the components and systems of buildings, the properties of various building materials, and the processes in which those materials are used;

A2. demonstrate an understanding of the safe and correct use of construction tools, equipment, and techniques;

A3. use correct terminology to describe building components and construction materials, tools, equipment, and processes.

SPECIFIC EXPECTATIONS By the end of this course, students will:

A1.1 identify the different components of a residential construction project (e.g., footings, foundation, joists, studs, trusses, rafters, millwork, trim, cabinetry), and outline the sequence in which these components are usually installed;

A1.2 identify the various systems in a building (e.g., foundation, framing, electrical, plumbing, cabinetry), and describe their functions;

A1.3 identify natural and manufactured building materials and products commonly used in the construction industry, and describe their specifications and characteristics (e.g., natural wood: species, source, nominal and actual dimensions, grade; plywood, metals, plastics: type, grade, resistance to weather or corrosion);

A1.4 describe the processes used to produce common construction materials (e.g., cutting and milling lumber and trim, gluing together the layers of plywood);

A1.5 list the steps of the processes used in a construction project (e.g., woodworking: planing, shaping, sanding; framing: installing sill plates, laying out floor joists, installing subfloor);

A1.6 describe various processes and materials used to finish surfaces in construction projects (e.g., applying primers, sealers, stains, varnishes, paints, veneers, laminates, and siding).

By the end of this course, students will: A2.1 explain how to correctly and safely use, maintain, and store construction tools and equipment (e.g., hammers, measuring instruments, table saws, mitre saws, drills, lathes, cordless drills);

A2.2 select the most appropriate tools or equipment for specific tasks (e.g., wooden mallet versus framing hammer, crosscut saw versus rip saw, combination square versus framing square);

A2.3 describe commonly used layout, measuring, and tracing techniques (e.g., determining and marking circumference, diameter, radius, angles, rounded corners);

A2.4 describe commonly used temporary and permanent assembly techniques (e.g., temporary: using screws or double-headed nails; permanent: gluing with butt, mortise and tenon, dovetail, or mitre joints).

By the end of this course, students will: A3.1 use correct terminology for the names, characteristics, and functions of construction materials, tools, and equipment in oral and written communication (e.g., reports, lists of tools and materials, schedules, design presentations);

A3.2 use correct terminology to describe building components and construction processes (e.g., components: header, lintel; processes: levelling, squaring, making plumb).

B. DESIGN, LAYOUT, AND PLANNING SKILLS

OVERALL EXPECTATIONS By the end of this course, students will:

B1. design construction projects, individually or in small groups, applying a design process to plan and develop the projects and other problem-solving processes to address various related problems and challenges;

B2. use drawings to represent design ideas and solutions to technological challenges, and interpret drawings accurately when working on construction projects;

B3. apply the mathematical skills required in the planning and building of construction projects.

SPECIFIC EXPECTATIONS By the end of this course, students will:

B1.1 follow the steps of a design process to plan and develop a construction project (e.g., analyse the situation or context; identify the need or problem; generate solutions to address the need; conduct research to determine constraints and availability of materials; build a model; test the model; modify the design as necessary; build the project according to the final design) (see pp. 18-19);

B1.2 use appropriate problem-solving processes and techniques (see pp. 16-19) to address various specific problems or challenges that may arise in connection with a construction project;

B1.3 apply appropriate technological concepts (e.g., aesthetics, control, environmental sustainability/stewardship, ergonomics, fabrication, function, innovation, material, mechanism, power and energy, structure, safety, systems) as they work through design and/or problem-solving processes (see pp. 5-6);

B1.4 use appropriate design elements and principles (e.g., elements: line, shape, direction, space, texture, colour; principles: balance, scale, proportion, contrast, unity) to enhance the appearance and functionality of construction projects;

B1.5 identify standards, regulations, and building codes that affect the design, layout, and details of construction projects (e.g., spacing of studs in a wall, incline on access ramps, heights of counters and furniture).

By the end of this course, students will: B2.1 produce sketches, technical drawings, and detail drawings to represent design ideas and solutions for a variety of construction projects;

B2.2 identify basic drawing conventions used in construction drawings (e.g., scales, metric and imperial dimensioning, notes, views, line types, symbols, abbreviations);

B2.3 interpret technical drawings accurately when working on construction projects (e.g., determine dimensions and materials from a drawing).

By the end of this course, students will: B3.1 apply relevant mathematical concepts and formulas when preparing components of a construction project (e.g., determine dimensions, shapes, quantities, areas, and angles);

B3.2 convert fractions to decimals and vice versa for typical construction tasks (e.g., determining length, circumference, radius, diameter, perimeter, area, or volume);

B3.3 use appropriate metric and imperial approximations for sizes commonly used in the construction industry (e.g., 1/8 inch�3 mm), and find equivalents for measurements when required, using appropriate charts and tables;

B3.4 determine lengths and diameters of fastening devices needed to assemble various construction projects (e.g., lengths and gauges of screws, nails, and staples; diameters of dowels), using appropriate metric and/or imperial units;

B3.5 prepare estimates, using appropriate metric and/or imperial units (e.g., centimetres, square metres, cubic metres, litres, inches, board feet, square feet, cubic yards), of the materials required to complete construction projects (e.g., volume of concrete, area of roofing, number and type of fasteners), and estimate the cost of these materials.

C. FABRICATION, ASSEMBLY, AND FINISHING SKILLS

OVERALL EXPECTATIONS By the end of this course, students will:

C1. use tools, equipment, and techniques correctly and safely when preparing materials for a project;

C2. use fabrication and assembly techniques safely, accurately, and in the correct sequence;

C3. prepare surfaces and apply finishing products, trim, and hardware correctly and safely.

SPECIFIC EXPECTATIONS By the end of this course, students will:

C1.1 use tools, equipment, and techniques in a correct, efficient, and safe manner to prepare project materials (e.g., dress raw lumber; measure, cut, and square stock; drill; fasten and join);

C1.2 perform the various measurements required in the fabrication and assembly of a project, using appropriate metric and imperial units.

By the end of this course, students will: C2.1 construct projects in accordance with specifications (e.g., sketches, working drawings, lists of materials);

C2.2 fabricate and/or assemble project components in a logical and efficient sequence (e.g., select appropriate materials and tools, follow step-by-step instructions);

C2.3 apply appropriate quality-control measures to ensure precise dimensions and correct assembly (e.g., accurate cuts, clean joints, true edges).

By the end of this course, students will: C3.1 prepare surfaces correctly for finish application according to type of material, desired finish, and intended use of the project (e.g., wood species used, smooth or textured surface, environment to which surface is exposed);

C3.2 apply suitable finishes (e.g., stain, paint, varnish, oil, wax), taking into account the type of material to be finished, the function of the finish, and the intended use of the project, and use appropriate methods to apply these finishes correctly (e.g., brush, spray, roller);

C3.3 use appropriate tools, equipment, and techniques correctly and safely to install trim and hardware (e.g., baseboards, moulding, hinges, pulls).

D. TECHNOLOGY,THE ENVIRONMENT, AND SOCIETY

OVERALL EXPECTATIONS By the end of this course, students will:

D1. demonstrate an understanding of ways in which the construction industry affects the environment;

D2. describe ways in which the construction industry affects society.

SPECIFIC EXPECTATIONS By the end of this course, students will:

D1.1 describe the major effects of the construction industry on the environment (e.g., non-sustainable logging causing deforestation; water and air pollution released during the production of manufactured building materials; landfills required for the disposal of construction waste; energy required to produce and transport construction materials);

D1.2 identify the environmental impact of producing and using natural and manufactured construction materials (e.g., deforestation and loss of animal habitat; release of arsenic from pressure-treated wood and formaldehyde from oriented-strand board [OSB] and medium-density fibreboard [MDF]);

D1.3 identify ways of reducing the environmental impact of a structure (e.g., ground-source heating and cooling, improved insulation, building-envelope systems, technologies to reduce light and noise pollution, energy-conserving lighting, non-toxic building materials, use of local materials);

D1.4 apply best practices for sustainable construction and building (e.g., use efficient cutting patterns to minimize waste; reduce, reuse, or recycle materials).

By the end of this course, students will: D2.1 identify the economic and social effects of the construction industry on society (e.g., local primary and secondary employment opportunities, quality of life; effects of logging on traditional hunting by Aboriginal communities);

D2.2 describe the economic and social consequences of recent changes in the construction industry (e.g., the effects of automation, manufactured housing, and globalization on employment and costs).

E. PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE AND CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

OVERALL EXPECTATIONS By the end of this course, students will:

E1. identify and follow health and safety regulations, standards, and procedures related to the construction industry;

E2. identify career opportunities in the construction industry, and describe the training required for these careers.

SPECIFIC EXPECTATIONS By the end of this course, students will:

E1.1 identify laws, regulations, standards, regulatory agencies, and advocacy bodies related to health and safety in the construction industry (e.g., Workplace Safety and Insurance Board [WSIB], Ministry of Labour, Construction Safety Association of Ontario);

E1.2 identify hazards related to materials, processes, and equipment used in construction (e.g., flammable solvents, toxic chemicals, sharp blades, moving parts in machinery), as well as resources and methods for reducing these hazards (e.g., Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System [WHMIS], safe handling and operating practices, personal protective equipment);

E1.3 demonstrate an understanding of and adhere to safety practices and procedures for facilities, processes, materials, tools, and equipment used in construction (e.g., use of tool and equipment guards);

E1.4 describe the rights and responsibilities of employees (e.g., the right to know, the right to refuse, the right to participate, as outlined in the Occupational Health and Safety Act [OHSA]);

E1.5 use protective clothing, gear, and equipment appropriately (e.g., dust mask, safety glasses).

By the end of this course, students will: E2.1 describe the various sectors in the construction industry (e.g., residential, industrial, commercial, institutional, civil, repair and maintenance);

E2.2 identify different careers in the construction industry (e.g., cabinet maker, mason, electrician, plumber, project manager, estimator, developer, architect), and describe the secondary school pathways (e.g., courses, programs, experiential learning opportunities) that provide preparation for these careers;

E2.3 identify groups and programs that are available to support students who are interested in pursuing non-traditional career choices in the construction industry (e.g., mentoring programs, virtual networking/support groups, specialized postsecondary programs, relevant trade/industry associations);

E2.4 demonstrate an understanding of the Essential Skills that are important for success in the construction industry, as identified in the Ontario Skills Passport (e.g., reading text, document use, measurement and calculation);

E2.5 demonstrate an understanding of the work habits that are important for success in the construction industry, as identified in the Ontario Skills Passport (e.g., working safely, reliability, teamwork);

E2.6 develop and/or select pieces of work and other materials that provide evidence of their skills and achievements in the construction industry, for inclusion in a portfolio (e.g., work logs, skills checklist, drawings and/or photographs of projects).