COMPETENCY-BASED LEARNING MATERIAL

Sector: CONSTRUCTION
Qualification Title: PLUMBING NC II
Unit of Competency: PREPARE CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS AND TOOLS
Module Title: PREPARING CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS AND
TOOLS
Technical Education and Skills Development Authority
Jacobo Z. Gonzales Memorial School of Arts and Trades
San Antonio, Biñan City

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 HOW TO USE THIS COMPETENCY BASED LEARNING
MATERIAL

Welcome to the module in Preparing Construction Materials and Tools. This

module contains training materials and activities for you to complete.
You are required to go through a series of learning activities in order to
complete each learning outcome of the module. In each learning outcome are
Information Sheets, Self-Checks, Operation Sheets and Job Sheets. Follow these
activities on your own. If you have questions, don't hesitate to ask your facilitator for
assistance.
The goal of this course is the development of practical skills. To gain these
skills, you must learn basic concepts and terminology. For the most part, you'll get
this information from the Information Sheets and multimedia materials.
This module was prepared to help you achieve the required competency, in
"Preparing Construction Materials and Tools".
This will be the source of information for you to acquire knowledge and skills in
this particular competency independently and at your own pace, with minimum
supervision or help from your instructor.
Remember to:
Work through all the information and complete the activities in each section.
Read information sheets 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 is
there to support you and show you the correct way to do things.
You will be given plenty of opportunity 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-checks, Operation Sheets or Job Sheets 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 results of your assessment will be recorded in your Progress
Chart and Accomplishment Chart.

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 MODULE CONTENT

UNIT OF COMPETENCY : Prepare Construction Materials and Tool

MODULE TITLE : Preparing Construction Materials and Tool

MODULE DESCRIPTOR : This unit covers the knowledge, skills and

attitudes on identifying, requesting and receiving
construction materials and tools based on the
required performance standards.

NOMINAL DURATION : 8 hrs.

CERTIFICATE LEVEL : NC II
PREREQUISITE :

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

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

LO 1. Identify materials and tools applicable to a specific construction job.

LO 2. Request appropriate materials and tools.

LO 3. Receive and inspect materials.

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ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

1. Tools and materials are identified as per job requirements

2. Tools are classified according to its function as per job requirements.
3. Materials are classified according to its uses to a specific construction project.
4. Tools and materials are selected as per job requirement.
5. Needed materials and tools listed as per job requirement.
6. Materials and tools are requested according to the list prepared.
7. Requests are done as per company standard operating procedures (SOP)
8. Materials and tools are substituted and provided unavailable without
sacrificing cost and quality of work.
9. Received and inspected materials and tools as per quantity and specification
based on requisition.
10. Tools and materials are checked for damages and manufacturing defects.
11. Materials and tools received are handled with appropriate safety devices.
12. Materials and tools are set aside to appropriate location nearest to the
workplace.

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LEARNING OUTCOME NO. 1 IDENTIFY MATERIALS AND TOOLS
APPLICABLE TO A SPECIFIC JOB

CONTENTS
• Basic Plumbing Tools
• Types of Piping Materials

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
1. Tools and materials are identified as per job requirements
2. Tools are classified according to its function as per job requirements.
3. Materials are classified according to its uses to a specific construction
project.
4. Tools and materials are selected as per job requirement.

CONDITIONS • Materials and tools

Students/trainees must be provided with different brand names, size,
the following: capacity and kind of
• Workplace location application.
• Materials relevant to the unit of
competency • Handouts/Instructional
• Materials and tools Materials
1. Electrical
2. Structural
3. Welding
4. Masonry
5. Carpentry
6. Plumbing
7. Pipefitting

ASSESSMENT METHOD
1. Oral questioning
2. Direct observation
3. Written test

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 INFORMATION SHEET NO. 1.1
BASIC PLUMBING TOOLS

LEARNING OBJECTIVE:
Upon completing this section, you should be able to KNOW the DIFFERENT
KINDS AND USES OF PLUMBING TOOLS

A. Basic Plumbing Tools for Drainage

Pipes and Fittings
1. Hacksaw 9. Ball peen hammer
2. Closet auger 10. Cold chisel
3. Plunger 11. Caulking irons
4. Rule 12. Soldering copper
5. Blow torch 13. Tin snip
6. Lead pot 14. Plumb bob
7. Pouring ladle 15. Plumb level
8. Joint runner 16. File

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B. Basic Plumbing Tools for Supply Pipes and Fittings
1. Pipe vise 8. Strap wrench
2. Pipe cutter 9. Pipe tong/ chain wrench
3. Pipe reamer 10. Basin wrench
4. Pipe stock and dies 11. Open- end wrench
5. Pipe tap 12. Adjustable wrench
6. Pipe wrench 13. Flaring tool
7. Monkey wrench

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 INFORMATION SHEET NO. 1.2
TYPES OF PIPING MATERIALS

LEARNING OBJECTIVE:
Upon completing this section, you should be able to KNOW the DIFFERENT
TYPES OF MATERIALS used in PLUMBING
The various types of piping that can be used for a water supply system are
listed below.

1. Galvanized Steel Pipe. Use galvanized steel pipe above and below ground. This
pipe comes in different lengths, and cutting may be necessary to allow threading.

2. Rigid Copper Tubing. Copper tubing comes in

10- and 20-foot lengths and is used only above
ground. Types K, L, and M have the same outside
diameter to accept fittings. The inside diameters
for K, L, and M are different.

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3. Flexible Copper Tubing. Flexible copper tubing
comes in coils of 60 or 100 feet. Types of K and L can
be used above and below ground. Both types have
the advantage of bending with the use of a bending
tool for installation.

4. Rigid Plastic Pipe. Plastic pipe comes in 10-

and 20-foot lengths and is used above and below
ground. Type PVC is used for cold water supply
lines. Type CPVC is used for cold and hot water
lines and is temperature-rated up to 180 degrees.

5. Flexible Plastic Pipe. This comes in coils of 100 feet

and is used above ground only. Type PB is used for cold
and hot water lines and is temperature-rated from 180 to
200 degrees. Type PE is used only for cold water lines.
Note. Check local plumbing codes to determine if the
plastic pipe is authorized for installation.

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 REQUEST APPROPRIATE MATERIALS AND
LEARNING OUTCOME NO. 2
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CONTENTS:
1. Different forms
• Job order slip
• Tools and materials requisition slip
• Borrower’s Slip
2. Requisition procedures

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
1. Needed materials and tools listed as per job requirement.
2. Materials and tools are requested according to the list prepared.
3. Requests are done as per company standard operating procedures (SOP)
4. Materials and tools are substituted and provided unavailable without
sacrificing cost and quality of work.

CONDITIONS:
Students/trainees must be provided
with the following:

• Sample of company standard

in tools and materials
requisition.
• Job order form
• Requisition slip
• Borrowers slip
• Handouts/Instructional
Materials

ASSESSMENT METHOD
1. Oral questioning
2. Direct observation
3. Written test

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 INFORMATION SHEET NO. 2.1
DIFFERENT FORMS

LEARNING OBJECTIVE:
Upon completing this section, you should be able KNOW the Different Types
of Forms according to Company Standards and Operating Procedures.

A. Different Forms

1. Job Order
• A request for a product that requires the expenditure of funds and man-hours.
Job order accompanies the job to completion.
• A record of the classification of the job, the originating department, the code
or activity, the originator, and a phone number
• Job order shows who did the job, how long it took, and how much supplies
were used. Job orders should also indicate who picked the job up and when.

2. Purchase Order Form (PO)

• A hard-copy order for supplies or services that a company sends to a vendor.
In return, the vendor delivers the services to the ordering company, even if the
company has not yet paid for the order.

Typically contain standard information such as:

• PO date
• company's PO number
• vendor name and address
• item catalog number
• item description

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 • item quantity to be ordered
• item price
• extended price (quantity multiplied by item price)
• sales tax, if applicable
• PO total (total extended prices and applicable sales tax of all items on
the order)
• may also contain the name and phone number of a company contact
person, or buyer, who placed the order

3. Requisition form
• A detailed source document that specifies the type and quantity of materials
that are to be drawn from the storeroom and identifies the job to which the
costs of materials are to be charged

The document normally consist of the details like:

• The Department initiating the document
• The description of the materials
• Quantity Required, etc.

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 • Based on the Materials Requistion the stock register is updated and the
quantitative details of Inventory are maintained.

Steps in Purchasing

1. Request and/or review subcontractor/ supply/ vendor prices and qualifications

• Request subcontractor/ supplier/ vendor pricing if it was not requested or
received during the bidding stage.
• Compare actual subcontractor/ supply/ vendor scope of work with the scope
identified in the subcontractor/ supply/ vendor bid submission.
• Evaluate the subcontractor/ supply/ vendor qualifications
• Compare pricing and qualifications among the subcontractor/ supply/
vendors.
2. Negotiate pricing and contract conditions and select subcontractors/ supply/
vendors
• Discuss potential cost savings with potential subcontractor/ supplys/ vendors.
• Review the contract or purchase order terms and conditions with potential

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 subcontractor/ supplys/ vendors prior to award
• Select all successful subcontractor/ supplys/ vendors, and issue a letter of
intent (if necessary).
3. Develop and issue purchase orders and contract for materials and equipment
• Develop the purchase orders or contracts for subcontractor/ supplys/
vendors.
• Process and issue the purchase orders or subcontracts.
4. Order long-lead-time materials and equipment
• Compare the sequ ence, schedule and materials/equipment to identify long-
lead-time items
• Negotiate and issue purchase orders and subcontracts for long-lead-time
items before negotiating standard purchase orders and subcontracts.
• Issue a letter of intent or purchase order immediately to release long-lead-
time items for order and delivery.le
5. Request submittals, cut sheets and shop drawings
• Upon issuing the contract document, the subcontractor/ supply/ ven dor
should be requested to assemble and submit samples, cut sheets or shop
drawings.
• Identify a deadline by which the submittals, cut sheets, and shop drawings
must be submitted to the contractor.
6. Develop and process log and book of submittals, sut sheets and shop drawings
• Develop a log, with sequential numbering to tract all submittals, including
those of vendors and subcontractors.
• Assemble two or more binders of all draft and approved submittals.
• Submit and tract required items.

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LEARNING OUTCOME NO. 3 Receive and inspect materials

CONTENTS:
1. Procedures in receiving tools and materials
• Proper inspection of tools and materials received
• Proper handling of tools and materials

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
1. Received and inspected materials and tools as per quantity and
specification based on requisition.
2. Tools and materials are checked for damages and manufacturing defects.
3. Materials and tools received are handled with appropriate safety devices.
4. Materials and tools are set aside to appropriate location nearest to the
workplace.

CONDITIONS:
Students/trainees must be provided with
the following:

• Sample of company standard in

tools and materials in receiving
materials.
• Inspection Checklist
• Materials Handling Safety Devices
• Inventory Form
Handouts/Instructional Materials

ASSESSMENT METHOD
1. Oral questioning
2. Direct observation
3. Written test

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 INFORMATION SHEET NO. 3.1
PROCEDURES IN RECEIVING TOOLS AND MATERIALS

LEARNING OBJECTIVE:
Upon completing this section, you should be able KNOW the Procedures in
Receiving Tools and Materials.
This involves preparing for and receiving the material according to defined
company procedures, and taking account of all health and safety requirements. It is
expected to prepare the work area in readiness for the receipt of the materials and
this will include ensuring accessibility for receipt and removal of the materials and
ensuring the area is free from obstructions or potential hazards.
Check that the materials conform to the relevant specification/s, and that
sufficient materials are available for the manufacturing operations being performed.
Any incorrect documentation, equipment, tools/ or materials should be
corrected within the limits of a person’s responsibility, otherwise it should be promptly
reported to the appropriate person.
The safety precautions are required when carrying out the receipt of the
incoming materials, especially those involving the use of lifting or moving equipment.
1. Follow relevant procedures and safety requirements for the receipt of the
materials to include all the following:
• health and safety and • company procedures/job
environmental regulations instructions
• safe working practices
2. Prepare and maintain the work area to include all the following:
• accessibility for receipt and • correct material layout
removal of materials
• freedom of obstruction and
hazards
3. Receive materials for manufacturing operations to include the following:
• production materials • hazardous materials
• consumable materials • remove extra line spacing
4. Resolve problems in two of the following areas:
• material quantity • work area
• material quality • location of material
• delivery time of material
5. Report problems that cannot be solved to the appropriate person to include one of
the ff:
• supervisor/manager • quality control
• team leader

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