COMPETENCY-BASED LEARNING MATERIAL

SECTOR CONSTRUCTION

QUALIFICATION TITLE Tile Setting NCII

Lay tiles on plain and curved surfaces for walls and

UNIT COMPETENCY
other application

Laying tiles on plain and curved surfaces for

MODULE TITLE
walls and other application

PUERTO PRINCESA SCHOOL OF ARTS AND

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HOW TO USE THIS COMPETENCY-BASED LEARNING MATERIAL (CBLM)

Welcome to the competency-based learning material for the module:

“Laying tiles on plain and curved surfaces for walls and other
application.” This module contains training materials and activities for you
to accomplish.

The unit of competency “Lay tiles on plain and curved surfaces for walls
and other application” contains the knowledge, skills and attitudes
required for Tile setting NC II.

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

complete each learning outcomes of the module. In each learning outcome,
there are instructional sheets (information sheets, operation sheets, job
sheets, task sheets) for further reading to help you better understands the
required activities. Follow the activities at your own pace and answer the
self-check at the end of each learning outcome. If you have questions,
please feel free to ask for the assistance of your trainer/facilitator.

This module was prepared to help you achieve the required competency:
Lay tiles on plain and curved surfaces for walls and other. This will be the
source of information for you to acquire the knowledge and skills in this
particular module with minimum supervision or help from your trainer.
With the aid of this material, you will acquire the competency independently
and at your own pace.

Remember to:

Work through all the information and complete the activities in each section.
Do what is asked in the Instructional sheet (Task sheet, Operation sheet,
and Job sheet) and complete the Self-check. Suggested references are
included to supplement the materials provided in this module.

Most probably, your trainer will also be your supervisor or manager. He/
she are there to support you and show you the correct way to do things.
Ask for help. You will be given plenty of opportunities to ask questions and
practice on the job. Make sure you practice your new skills during regular
work shifts. This way, you will improve both your speed and memory and
also your confidence.

Use the self-check questions at the end of each section to test your own
progress. When you feel confident that you have had sufficient
practice, ask your trainer to evaluate you. The result of your

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assessment/evaluation will be recorded in the Achievement chart and
Progress chart.

You need to be competent in this module before you can move to the next
competency. A Certificate of Achievement will be awarded to you after
passing the Institutional Competency Evaluation.

TILE SETTING NC II

LIST OF CORE COMPETENCIES

No. Unit of Competency Module Title Code

Lay tiles on Plain and Laying tiles on Plain

Curved surfaces for Walls, and Curved surfaces
1 CON712305
Floors and other for Walls, Floors and
application other application

Repairing of Tiles on
Repair of Tiles on Plain and
2 Plain and Curved CON712306
Curved Surfaces
Surfaces

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MODULE CONTENT

UNIT OF COMPETENCY : Lay tiles on plain and curved surfaces for

walls, floors and other application

UNIT CODE : CON 712305

MODULE TITLE : Laying tiles on plain and curved surfaces for

walls, floors and other application

UNIT DESCRIPTOR : This unit covers the knowledge, skills and

attitude required to productivity lay tiles on
plain and curved surfaces for walls, floors
and other application

NOMINAL DURATION : 30 hours

SUMMARY OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Upon completion of this module, the trainee/student must be able to:

LO1. Plan and prepare for work

LO2. Lay-out tiling area
LO3. Install tiles
LO4. Cut tiles
LO5. Grout space between tiles
LO6. Perform housekeeping

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:

1. Used protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with Rule

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Secured and interpreted work instructions in line with job
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3. Produced work plan in accordance with work instructions.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:

4. Identified safety and quality requirements in line with Occupational

Safety and Health Standards (OSHS) and company standard operating
procedures.

5. Identified materials, tools and equipment in accordance with job

requirements.

6. Cleaned and prepared the tiling area according to standard operating

procedures.

7. Selected and used surface treatment method as per work

requirements.

8. Completed required output specified by the immediate supervisor

based on work schedule.

9. Checked area to be tiled in line with job requirements.

10. Laid out tiles in line with work instructions.

11. Cleaned work area according to safety and environmental regulations

(e.g. PD 1152, Section 6,8 & 42)

12. Prepared and dry-laid tiles in line with job requirements.

13. Used selected bedding type as per job requirements.

14. Prepared and applied adhesive according to manufacturer’s

instructions or recommendation.

15. Installed tiles to the desired level and/or alignment.

16. Arranged and fixed tiles to the designed pattern.

Picture 17. Installed tiles to the desired level and/ or alignment.

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19. Installed special cut tile in accordance with drawings and
specifications.

LEARNING OUTCOME SUMMARY

Learning Outcome #1 Personal Protective Equipment

CONTENTS:

1. Personal Protective Equipment

2. Work Instructions
3. Work plan
4. Guidelines governing OSHS in the construction industry.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
1. Used protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with Rule 1080 of
OSHS.
2. Secured and interpreted work instructions in line with job
requirements.
3. Produced work plan in accordance with work instructions.

CONDITION:

The following resources should be provided:

2.1 Actual or simulated workplace

2.2 Tools, materials and equipment needed to perform the required
tasks
2.3 References and manuals
2.4 PPE
2.5 First Aid Kit

ASSESSMENT METHODOLOGY:
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Demonstration/Observation with Oral Questioning

LEARNING EXPERIENCES

Learning Outcome #1 Personal Protective Equipment

Learning Activities Special Instructions

Identify Personal Read Information Sheet 1.1-1

1.1
Protective Equipment Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
(PPE)
Answer Self-Check 1.1-1
Questions on PPE

Compare answers with Answer Key 1.1-1

You are required to get all answers correct.
If not, read the information sheet again to
answer all questions correctly.

Perform minor Perform procedures on the Job Sheet 1.1-1

preparations before Perform the minor preparations before
tiling a wall tiling a wall.
Evaluate your work using the Performance
Criteria Checklist 1.1-1

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INFORMATION SHEET 1.1-1

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

Learning Objectives:

After reading this Information Sheet, you must be able to:

1. Identify personal protective equipment of tile setters.

2. Recognize the provisions of Rule 1080 of OSHS
3. Distinguish the importance of PPE.
4. Use PPE in work.

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Introduction:

Personal protective equipment, or PPE, protects workers from

serious workplace injuries or illnesses resulting from physical,
electrical, mechanical, chemical, or other workplace hazards.

WHAT IS PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT/PPE?

Examples of PPE include hard hats, face shields, goggles, gloves, vests,
respirators, safety shoes, and coveralls. PPE is required for many
transportation maintenance activities. Both employers and employees have
responsibilities for maintaining a safe work environment.

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SELF-CHECK 1.1-1

TRUE OR FALSE TEST:

Instructions:

1.

2.

3.

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ANSWER KEY 1.1-1

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

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INFORMATION SHEET 1.1-2

WORK INSTRUCTIONS

Learning Objectives:

After reading this Information Sheet, you must be able to:

1. Define work instructions.

2. Analyze the purposes of work instructions.

Introduction:

WHAT ARE WORK INSTRUCTIONS?

Work Instructions are documents that clearly and precisely describe the

correct way to perform certain tasks that may cause inconvenience or
damage if not done in the established manner. That is, describe, dictate
or stipulate the steps that must be followed to correctly perform any specific
activity or work.

A work instruction is a document that provides specific instructions to

carry out an activity.

https://klariti.com/2017/06/17/what-is-a-work-instruction/
https://www.productionmachining.com/blog/post/the-reason-for-work-instructions

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SELF-CHECK 1.1-2

MULTIPLE CHOICE test:

Instructions:

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ANSWER KEY 1.1-2

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INFORMATION SHEET 1.1-3

CLEANING PROCESSES/METHODS TO PREPARE FOR

TILING

Learning Objectives:

After reading this Information Sheet, you must be able to:

1. Infer the various ways on how to prepare area for tiling.

2. Clean and prepare the area to be tiled.

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Introduction

HOW TO PREPARE FOR TILING

Tile installation is one of the most commonly undertaken home

improvement projects primarily because tile can be used for so many
different purposes. Because of this, the preparations you will want to
undertake will depend on the nature of your undertaking.

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JOB SHEET 1.1-1

Title: Perform the minor preparations before tiling a wall.

Learning Objective: Given the needed supplies, materials and equipment,

you are expected to demonstrate the minor preparations before tiling a
wall.

Materials and Equipment:

Bubble level, primer, vacuum cleaner, rags/cloths for wiping, sponge,
tile removing chisel.

Steps and Procedures:

 Look out for signs of wall hangings, such as screws, nails or other
types of fittings;
 Get rid of loose plaster;
 Look out for signs of damage and cracks;
 Fill larger cracks via layering;
 Sand the wall to level it down, if required;
 Clean, dust heavy particles;
 Vacuum clean and wipe the walls;
 Prime the surface prior to the tiling.

ASSESSMENT METHODS:

Demonstration
Oral Questioning

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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA CHECKLIST 1.1-1

CRITERIA

DID I…? YES NO

 Look out for signs of wall hangings, such as screws,

nails or other types of fittings?
 Get rid of loose plaster?

 Look out for signs of damage and cracks?

 Fill larger cracks via layering?

 Sand the wall to level it down?

 Clean, dust heavy particles?

 Vacuum clean and wipe the walls?

Comments/Recommendations:

___________________________________________________________

Trainee’s Signature: ______________________________

Trainer’s Signature: ______________________________

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REFERENCES

https://www.productionmachining.com/blog/post/the-reason-for-work-instructions

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