1.prepare Stake Out Building Lines

COMPETENCY BASED LEARNING MATERIAL
Sector:
CONSTRUCTION
Qualification:
CARPENTRY NC II
Unit of Competency:
PREPARE STAKE-OUT BUILDING LINES
Module Title:
PREPARING STAKE-OUT BUILDING LINES
Technical Education and Skills Development Authority
Welcome to the Module Preparing stake-out building lines. This module

contains training materials and activities for you to complete.
The unit of competency “Stake-out building lines.” contains the knowledge and
skills and attitudes required for Carpentry. It is one of the specialized modules at
National Certificate level I (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
Information Sheets to help you understand better the required activities. Follow these
activities on your own and answer the self –check at the end of each learning
outcome. You may remove a blank answer sheet at the end of each module (or get
from your facilitator/ trainer) to write your answers for each self-check. If you have
questions, don’t hesitate to ask your facilitator for assistance.
Instruction sheets:
 Information Sheet – This will provide you with information (Concepts,

principles and other relevant information) needed in performing certain
activities.
 Operation Sheet – This will guide you in performing single task, operation
process in a job.
 Job Sheet – This is designed to guide you how to do the job that will contribute
to the attainment of the learning outcome.
 Assignment Sheet – The assignment sheet is a guide used to enhance (follow

up) what you have learned in the information sheet or job sheet.
 Worksheet – are the different forms that you need to fill up certain activities
that you performed.
LIST OF COMPETENCIES
NO UNIT OF COMPETENCIES MODULE TITLE CODE

1
Stake-out Building Lines Staking-out Building Lines
2 Fabricate Formworks Fabricating Formworks
3 Install Formworks Components Installing Formworks

Components
4 Strip Formworks Components Strip Formworks Components
5 Install Framing Components Installing Framing

Components
MODULE CONTENT
UNIT OF COMPETENCY: Stake-out Building Lines
MODULE TITLE: Staking-out Building Lines
MODULE DESCRIPTOR: This module covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes in
preparing materials for stake-out building lines, setting batter boards, fixing building
lines.
NOMINAL DURATION: 24 Hours
QUALIFICATION LEVEL: NC II
LEARNING OUTCOMES:
At the end of this module you MUST be able to:
LO1. Prepare materials for stake-out building lines
LO2. Stake-out and set batter boards
LO3. Fix building lines
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LEARNING OUTCOME SUMMARY
Qualification : CARPENTRY NC-II

Unit of Competency : Stake-out Building Lines
Module Title : Staking-out Building Lines
Learning Outcome # 1 : Prepare materials, tools and equipment for Staking out
Building Lines
Contents:
 Tools, materials and equipment for staking-out building lines
 Materials estimates
 Economic use of materials
 Basic geometrical construction
 Linear Measurement
 Board foot computation
Assessment Criteria:
 Plans and details are correctly interpreted and identified according to job
requirements
 Materials, tools and equipment are identified consistent with job requirements
 Materials and tools are properly stored and freed from defects.
 Appropriate PPE are selected according to job requirements.
Resources:
Students/Trainees must be provided with the following:
Tools Equipment Materials
Personal Protective Plan and working
Claw Hammer
Equipment drawings
Pencil/marking Automatic level
Lumber
pen
Pull-push rule Nails
Water hose level
Nylon String
Plumb Bob
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Steel Square
Try-square
Hand Saw
Chalk Line
Bolo
Sledge Hammer
Evaluation Methods:
 Self Check
 Demonstration
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Learning Experience
LEARNING OUTCOME # 1:
Prepare materials, tools and equipment for Staking out Building Lines
Learning Activities Special Instructions
Read Information Sheet If you have some problem on the content

No. 1.1-1 Tools, of the information sheet don’t hesitate to
materials and approach your facilitator.
equipment for Staking If you feel that you are now
out Building Lines knowledgeable on the content of the
information sheet, you can now answer
self check provided in the module.
 Answer Self-Check No. Compare your answer to the answer key

1.1-1 1.1-1. If you got 100% correct answer in
this self-check, you can now move to the
next information sheet. If not review the
information sheet and go over the self-
check again.
 Read Information Sheet If you have some problem on the content
No. 1.1-2 on Materials of the information sheet don’t hesitate to
estimates approach your facilitator.
If you feel that you are now
knowledgeable on the content of the
 Answer Self-Check Compare your answer to the answer key
No1.1-2 1.1-2. If you got 100% correct answer in
Operation Sheet. If not review the
check again.
 Read information sheet If you have some problem on the content
no.1.1-3 on Economic of the information sheet don’t hesitate to
use of materials approach your facilitator.
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 Answer Self-Check No. Compare your answer to the answer key
check again.
No. 1.1-4 on Linear of the information sheet don’t hesitate to
measurement approach your facilitator.
 Answer Self-Check Compare your answer to the answer key
No.1.1-4 1.1-4. If you got 100% correct answer in
check again.
No 1.1-5 Board foot of the information sheet don’t hesitate to
computation approach your facilitator.
 Answer Self-Check Compare your answer to the answer key
No.1.1-5 1.1-5. If you got 100% correct answer in
check again.
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INFORMATION SHEET 1.1-2
Learning Objectives: After reading this information sheet, you must be able to:
 Identify the tools and materials and their uses in staking- out building lines
Tools and Materials Used for Staking-out Building Lines
Introduction
It is very important to know the name and proper use of each of the various tools
we need in our work. In addition, their proper care and maintenance will give you the
following advantages: efficiency of the work, quality speed, accomplishment and
accuracy.
The following are the most commonly used staking out tools and materials:
Carpentry Tools
Hammer –it is used for driving & pulling out nails
Sledge Hammer- is used to sink corner stakes or

batter boards and posts.
Push-pull rule – Use in measuring distances and

dimensions.
Plumb-bob is used to locate the corners of the

building dimensions.
Hand saw - is used to cut batter boards and posts.
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Framing square - is used to check the squareness
of lines.
Carpenter's level/Bar Level is used to level a

surface and to sight level lines. It may be used
directly on the surface or with a straight edge.
Crow bar - it is used to pull out large nail and

stripping wood works.
Transparent hose level - is use to get the

horizontal level of any structure.
Pencil- it is use in marking dimensions on

measurements
String line is used to distinguish the dimensions of

the building layout.
Chalk line is used to deposit chalk on the surface

in order to make a straight guideline.
Bolo is used to sharpen batter-board posts and

stakes.
A. Materials
1. Lumber- it is a sawn timber and used as stake and batterboard
Sizes of softwood or building construction lumber are standardized for convenience in

ordering and handling.
Lumber is sawn in standard (nominal) sizes:

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 Length: 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, and 20 feet.
 Width: 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, and 12 inches.
 Thickness: 1, 2, and 4 inches.
2. Plywood is a thin cross laminated sheet of wood usually 4 feet by 8 feet and varies in
thickness from 1/8 to 1 inch.Plywood are also used to square building lines.
3. Nails are made of metal used for fastening wood and to secure string line to batter
boards.
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SELF-CHECK 1.1-2
A. MATCHING TYPE
I. Direction: Match the tools on column A with their classification on column B. Write
only the letter of the correct answer on your answer sheet.
Column A Column B
1. It is used to drive stake on the ground A.
2. It is used to drive & pull out nails

B.
3. It is used to level a surface and to sight
level lines. It may be used directly on the
surface or with a straight edge. C.
4. It is used to measure distances and dimensions. D.
1. Use to check the verticality of structure
E.
F.
B. Identification:
Directions: Identify what construction material is asked
1. ________ it is a sawn timber and used as stake and batterboards.
2. ________ is a thin cross laminated sheet of wood usually 4 feet by 8
feet and varies in thickness from 1/8 to 1 inch and are also used to
square building lines
3. ________ are made of metal used for fastening wood and to secure string line to
batter boards.
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ANSWER KEY
SELF CHECK # 2.1.1
MATCHING TYPE
1. A
2. G
3. C
4. F
5. B
IDENTIFICATION
1. Lumber
2. Plywood
3. Nail
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Information Sheet 1.1-2 Material Estimate
Learning Objectives: After reading the information sheet, you should be able to
Estimate materials for staking out building lines .
Introduction
A materials estimate list puts materials takeoff list information into a shorter form; adds
allowance for waste and breakage; and estimates quantities of materials needed (Table
below). The lumber required is listed by board feet (BF).
Sample of Materials Estimate List
In determining the materials for stakes and batterboards, one has to consider the
following;
1. The sizes of the stake to be used.

2. Elevation of the ground
3. Size of the Building to be lay-out
4. Kind of wood lumber to be used
5. Size and Number of columns
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Number of comuns- 9
Height of column – 8’
From the Floor plan above, The materials for staking out and setting batterboards
were estimated.
Item Size Description/unit Total Quantity
No.
1. 2”x2” x36” Stakes 36
2. 2”x2”x20’ Batterboard 24
3. 2”x2”x8’ Formworks 36
4. 1/4”x4’x8’ Plywood 9
5. 2”x2”x6’ Vertical Brace 36
6. 2”x 2” x 8’ Diagonal 18
7. 2”x2”x4’ Horizontal Braces 40
8. 2”x2”x16” Horizontal Braces 72
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9. roll Nylon string 1
10 Meters Level Hose 12
11. kg CWN 3” 25
12. kg CWN 2” 8
13 kg CWN 1” 2
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Self Check 1.1-2
Material Estimate
Direction
Given a house plan with 3m x 3m with its Lenght and width and 8m high, estimate the
number of materials in staking and setting batterboard.

No.
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ANSWER KEY
Self Check 1.2-2

No.
1. 18
2”x2” x36” Stakes
2. 16
2”x2”x16’ Batterboard
3. 16
2”x2”x8’ Vertical brace
4. 4
1/4”x4’x8’ Plywood
5. 8
2”x2”x6’ Diagonal Brace
6. 32
2”x 2” x 8’ Diagonal
7. 16
2”x2”x4’ Horizontal Braces
8. 32
2”x2”x16” Horizontal Braces
9. 1
roll Nylon string
10. 1
Meters Level Hose
11. 6
kg CWN 3”
12. 1
kg CWN 2”
13. 1
kg CWN 1”
14. kg Cwn 4” 8
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Information Sheet 1.1-3
ECONOMIC USE OF MATERIALS
Tips for avoiding waste of construction materials.
1. Study carefully the plan and detailed drawing.

2. From the given detailed drawing, study its different parts, including their sizes.
3. When cutting lumbers, always refer to the schedule of cutting
4. Always determine the methods of measurement used in the plan for Marking
5. Always remember the principles for cutting “measure twice and cut once”
6. In cutting lumber and plywood, always use effective tools.
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Self Check 1.1-3 True or False
Direction: Write True if the statement is correct and False if the statement is not
correct.
1. _________ Carefully Studying the plan and detailed drawing will contribute to
the economic use of materials
2. _________ From the given detailed drawing, study its different parts, including
their sizes.
3. _________ Always refer to the schedule of cutting when measuring lumbers.
4. _________ Always determine the methods of measurement used in the plan for
Marking
5. _________ Always remember the principles for cutting “measure once and cut
twice”
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Answer Key
Self Check 1.1-3
1. True
2. True
3. False
4. False
5. False
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LINEAR MEASUREMENT
Learning objective: After reading the information sheet, you must be able to
 Identify the two system of measurement
 Convert English to metric measurement and vice versa
System Of Measurement
A system of measurement is a set of units which can be used to specify anything
which can be measured.These are common units of measurement used in making layout
and installation of electrical materials.
Linear measures
1. English system:
The English system of measurement grew out of the creative way that people
measured from themselves. For example, people measured shorter distance on the
ground with their feet. They measured long distances by their palms which is equal to
a yard.
 Inch
 Yard
 Miles

2. Metric system is a decimalized system of measurement. It exists in several
variations with different choices of base units. Metric units are widely used around
the world for personal, commercial and scientific purpose.
 Millimeter - mm M dm cm mm
 Centimeter - cm
 Decimeter - dm
 Meter - M
1.0 0.1 0.01 0.001
Example: A. To convert 2 meters to dm, count 1 decimal places going to the right and
add it as zero, so the answer is 20 decimeter.
B. To convert 2 meters to cm, count 2 decimal places going to the right and
add it as zero, so the answer is 200 centimeter.
C. To convert 2 meters to mm, count 3 decimal places going to the right and
add it as zero, so the answer is 2000 centimeter
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English units and each equivalent
 12 inches =1foot(ft)
 1 foot = 3yard (yd)
 1 yard = 36 inches

Metric units and each equivalent
 10 millimeter (mm) = 1centimeter (cm)
 10 centimeter = 1decimeter(dm)
 100 centimeter = 1meter
English to metric equivalent

 1 inch = 2.54 cm
 1 foot = 30.48 cm
 1 yard = 91.44 cm
 1 ft = 3.28 m
The centimeter graduation
5mm
0.5mm 1mm 10mm or 1cm
The graduations show that every mark is .5mm

How to read the cm graduation:
 First graduation is .5 mm
 Second graduation is 1mm
 Third graduation is 1.5mm
 Fourth graduation is 2mm
If the graduation reaches 10mm, it is equivalent to 1cm.
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The inch graduation
0 1/8 1/4 3/8 1/2 5/8 3/4 7/8 1

inch
1/16 3/16 5/16 7/16 9/16 11/16 13/16

15/16
How to read the inch graduation:

 First graduation is 1/16
 Second graduation is 1/8
 Third graduation is 3/16
 Fourth graduation is 1/4, then follow the given scale above.
The inch graduation in a steel rule:
Converting the unit of measurement from English to metric and vice versa
Example:
1. 24 inches = ________ cm
Cancel the common unit and apply cross
Since multiplication.
24 inches = 2.54 cm
1 inch
24 x 2.54 cm Perform the indicated operation.

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Therefore: 24 inches = 60.96 cm
2. 5 feet = ________ inches

Since
5 feet = 12 inches
1 feet
5 x 12 inches
1
Therefore: 5 feet = 60 inches
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SELF-CHECK 1.1-4
LINEAR MEASUREMENT
A. Direction: Write the equivalent value of the given unit.
_______ 1. 1cm is ______ mm
_______ 2. 1 yard is _____ inches
_______ 3. 1dm is ______ cm
_______ 4. 15mm is _____ cm
_______ 5. 1foot is ______ inches
B. Direction: Write the correct unit abbreviation of the following:

_______ 6. centimeter
_______ 7. Meter
_______ 8. Decimeter
_______ 9. Yard
_______ 10. Feet
C. Direction: Convert the following:

1. 3 m = __________ cm
2. 70 cm = ___________ mm
3. 15 cm = _________ inches
4. 5 meters = __________ft
5. 48 inches = _________ m
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SELF-CHECK 1.1-4 ANSWER SHEET
A.
1. 10mm
2. 36 inches
3. 10 cm
4. 15 cm
5. 12 inches
B.
1. cm
2. m
3. dm
4. yd
5. ft
C.
1. 300 cm
2. 700 mm
3. 6 inches
4. 16.40 ft
4.2 m
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Compute Board Feet of a Lumber
Learning Objective:
After reading this information sheet, you must be able to:
 Follow the formula in computing board feet of lumber and log
 Compute board feet of lumber and log
Although the system International (SI) has already superseded the english System of
measure, the board foot as the unit measure of lumber popularly and widely used is still
presented for reference in prepararion for the transition from english to Metric approach.
A board foot is actually one square foot of wood one inch thick. The formula being used
in computing board foot is:
Board Foot = t x w L
12
Where t = thickness in inches

w = width in inches
L = Length in feet
This formula is being used for sawed wood of commercial dimensions.
Example:
Compute the board foot of the following lumber:
5pcs – 2” x 6 x 14’
Bd. ft. = 5 x 2 x 6 x 14
12
= 70
The above formula could not be used in finding the board foot of logs. Instead, the
following formula is applied:
Board ft. = (D-4)2 x L

16
Where D = smaller diameter of the logs in inches
L = Length of log in feet
4 and16 = are slab deduction allowance which are constant in the
formula
Example :
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Given
D= 24”
L= 18’
Find the total board foot that could be derived from the log for commercial
purposes.
Solution:
Board Ft. = (24 – 4)2 x 18 ft.

16
= (20)2 x 18
16
= 450 bd. ft.
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SELF-CHECK 1.1-5
Directions: Solve for the number of board feet of the following Pieces of lumber.
1. 15 pcs – 2” X3”X14’
2. 60 pcs – 2”X2”X18’
3. D= 26”
L= 16’
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Answer Key
Self check 1.1-5
1. 105 bd. ft.

2. bd. Ft.
3. 484 bd. ft.
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LEARNING OUTCOME SUMMARY

Learning Outcome #2 : Stake-out and set batter boards
Contents:
 Concepts of setting batter boards
 Staking out building lines
 Procedure in Setting Batter Board
 Stakes are set out from pre-determined building lines
 Batter board materials are measured, laid out and cut according to specification
 Stakes are set 0.75-1.00 meter away from the pre-determined building lines
 Batter boards are properly secured with tolerance for dimensions at ± 5 mm, and
levelness of ± 3 mm.
 Appropriate PPE is used according to job requirements
Resources:
Personal Protective Plan and working
Claw Hammer
Equipment drawings
Pencil/marking Automatic level
Lumber
pen
Water hose level
Nylon String
Plumb Bob
Steel Square
Try-square
Hand Saw
Bolo
Sledge Hammer
Evaluation Methods:
 Self Check
Demonstration
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Learning Experiences
LEARNING OUTCOME # 2: STAKE-OUT AND SET BATTER BOARD

 Read Information Sheet If you have some problem on the content
No. 1.2-1 on Concept in of the information sheet don’t hesitate to
Setting Batter Boards approach your facilitator.
 Answer Self-Check No. Compare your answer to the answer key
next information sheet. If not review the
check again.
 Read information sheet If you have some problem on the content
1.2-2 on staking out of the information sheet don’t hesitate to
building lines approach your facilitator.
 Perform Job sheet Compare your work to the performance
1.2.2 on Staking out checklist and let your trainer check it. If
building lines you got 100% correct answer in this
activity, you can now move to the next
information sheet. If not review the
information sheet and go over the
activity again.
 Read Information Sheet If you have some problem on the content
No. 1.2-3 on Procedure of the information sheet don’t hesitate to
in Setting Batter Board approach your facilitator.
information sheet, you can now task
sheet provided in the module.
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 Perform Job sheet 1.2- Compare your work to the performance
3 on Setting checklist and let your trainer check it. If
batterboard you got 100% correct answer in this
activity, you can now move to the next
information sheet. If not review the
information sheet and go over the
activity again.

Concept of Setting Batterboards
Learning Objective: After reading the information sheet, you must be able to
understand the concept of Setting Batterboards
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Introduction
Batter boards are the horizontal boards placed at the corner and at the sides of
the projected building when final layout takes place. The reference for the foundation is
marked on these boards.
Batter-board posts are made from 2 x 4 or 4 x 4 material; corner stakes are made
from 2 x 2s. Batter boards are made from 1 x 4 or 1 x 6 pieces.
Two Types of Batter Boards
1. Batter boards for foundation posts may be either joined by

continuous pieces surrounding the site of foundation or by individual
piece for each foundation.
2. Batter boards for the foundation walls are either single or double
batter boards which are placed at corner.
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The batter boards should be set as high as the desired height of the foundation. In
constructing with different heights of foundation, the tallest foundation is set as the
height of batter boards.
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SELF-CHECK 1.2-1
Identification
1. ______________What do you call the horizontal boards placed at the corners and at the
sides of the projected building when final layout takes place?
2. ______________What should be the height of the batter boards?
3-4. _____________, _______________What are the two types of batter boards?
5.________________ In constructing with different heights of foundation posts, what is

the height of the batter boards?
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ANSWER KEY
Self-Check 1.2-1
1. Batter boards
2. Height of the foundation
3-4 Batter boards for the foundation posts and batter boards for the foundation wall
5. Tallest foundation
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Staking Out Location of Building
Learning Objectives:
After reading the information sheet, you must be able to follow the
procedures in staking-out the location of building lines
Measure the required distance of the building from the reference line. Use string as a
guide for squaring and making the orientation line parallel to the reference line. I
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Ireneo L. Salvador
Celso K. Lumidao
JOB SHEET 1.2-2
Staking-Out Building Lines
Performance Objectives: Given tools supplies and materials you are going to
perform the steps in staking-out location of building lines.
Tools
1. Push-pull rule
2. Plumb bob
3. Nylon string
4. Sledge hammer
5. Bolo
6. Framing square
Materials:
a. Pegs and stakes

b. Lumber
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Basing from this Floor and foundation plan, locate and stake-out building lines
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Procedure in Setting Batter Board
Learning Objectives: After reading the information sheet, you must be able to follow .
the procedure in setting batter boards .
Procedure:
1. Determine the height of the foundation at any of the four corners of the proposed
building, preferably where the grade stake is.
2. In this corner, drive a stake as high as the desired height of the foundation.
3. Drive in set of posts for the batter boards 3 or more feet away from the corners and along
the sides. Drive in the posts firmly. Align these posts with a string.
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4. Move the height of the foundation from the stakes to the corner post of the batter
board. This is done by stretching a string, leveled with plumb level from the stake to the
post.
5. From the mark of this post, stretch out a string going around the corners of the
building and passing at the side of the batter board posts.
6. Level this string with a plumb level. Stretch the string tight. Start leveling from the corner
where the height of the foundation is established. Recheck the level.
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7. Mark batter board posts along the line just leveled. These marks are placed at the top
of the batter boards.
8. Nail the batter boards in place, the straight side up and at the marks of the posts.
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Job Sheet 1.2-3
Setting A Batter Board
set batter board
Tools: Hand saw, Hammer, Plumb-bob,Nylon string, Level hose, framing square,PPE
Materials: Lumber, Nails
Direction: From the given plan, set a batter board that can be conveniently used.
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Performance Criteria Checklist
Competent
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA YES NO NA
1. Batter boards are set away from the building line /
excavation.
2. Batter boards are properly secured with

tolerance for dimension at + 5mm, and levelness /
of + 3mm.
3. Unexpected situations are responded to in line

with company rules and regulations. /
4. Housekeeping is performed according to safety

regulation. /
5. Tools are properly used and taken cared of.

/
6. Personal Protective Equipment are used for
safety. /
Satisfactory
Overall Performance
Unsatisfactory
Trainee’s name: _Mark Josh C. Mendez
Trainer’s comment: ___________________________________________________

___________________________________________________
___________________________________________________
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Learning Outcome #3 : Fix building lines
Contents:
 Types, functions uses of testing tools
 Laying out/fixing building lines
 Building lines are squared with end tolerance of ± 3 mm
 Building lines are measured and set
 Appropriate PPE is used according to job requirements

Claw Hammer Personal Protective Plan and working

Equipment drawings
Pencil/marking pen Lumber

Nylon String Plywood

Plumb Bob
Steel Square
Try-square
Hand Saw
Chalk Line
METHODOLOGY:
 Modular (self-pace learning)
 Demonstration

ASSESSMENT METHOD:
 Interview (oral/questionnaire)
 Direct Observation
 Demonstration of Practical Skills
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Learning Experience
LEARNING OUTCOME # 3: Fix Building Lines

1. Read Information If you have some problem on the content
Sheet No. 1.3-1 on of the information sheet don’t hesitate to
Types, Function and approach your facilitator.
Uses of testing Tools
2. Answer Self-Check Compare your answer to the answer key
No. 1.3-1 1.3-1. If you got 100% correct answer in
check again.
3. Read information sheet If you have some problem on the content
1.3-2 on Laying out/fixing of the information sheet don’t hesitate to
building lines approach your facilitator.
4. Perform Job Sheet 1.3-2 Compare your work to the checklist and
on laying out/fixing let your trainer check it. If you got 100%
building lines correct answer in this activity, you can
now move to the next information sheet.
If not review the information sheet and
go over the activity again.
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Learning Objectives: After reading the information sheet, you must be able to explain
the types, functions, and uses of testing tools
Types, Functions and Uses of Testing Tools

Good carpentry work demands accuracy in measurement. This could be done only
with the aid of various testing tools to accomplish a precise and quality work.
It is important to know the various testing tools and how to use them properly.
They may cause accidents if proper care and use are not observed. Using proper tools in
the proper job can prolong their use.
Types of Testing Tools and Their Uses
1. Square is a 90o standard right angle sometimes called try square used for testing
and squaring stocks into dimension.
Types of Squares:
A. Try square is a square with blade ranging from 6 inches to 12 inches.
B. Miter square is a square with blade permanently set at 45o.

C. Combined try and meter square is a combination of 45o and 90o in one set.
D. Combined square is similar in appearance to try square only that the head can be slid
and clamped at any desired distance from the blade. It is also provided with a meter
and level guide.
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E. Framing or steel square is used effectively on various framing works.
F. Sliding T-bevel is like try square with sliding and adjustable blade that could be set
any angle.
G. Bar Level is used for both guiding and testing the work to a vertical or horizontal
position.
H. Plastic hose with water is one of the best and accurate tools for guiding work in
establishing a horizontal level.
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I. Plumb bob is a cone-shaped metal suspended on a string used to check or obtain
a vertical line.
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SELF-CHECK 1.3-1
Matching Type
I. Match column A with column B.

Write the letter only.
A B
a
1. A square made of flat steel throughout framing square
2. A square with sliding and adjustable blade b plastic hose
that could be set to any angle.
3. Used for both guiding and testing the work c combination
to a vertical or horizontal position square
d
4. A combination of 45o and 90o in one set tongue
5. The most accurate tool for guiding work in e Bar level
establishing a horizontal level.
6. A square with blades ranging from 6-12” f combined try and
meter square
7. A metal used to check or obtain a vertical g plumb bob
Line
8. A square with blades permanently set at h sliding T-bevel
45o
9. The shorter and narrower part of the i meter square
framing square
10. A square which head can be slided and j body
clamped at any desired distance from the k try square
blade.
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ANSWER KEY
Self-Check 1.3-1
1. a
2. c
3. e
4. f
5. b
6. k
7. g
8. I
9. d
10. h
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Laying Out/fixing Building Lines
Learning Objectives: After reading the information sheet, you must be able to
enumerate the procedures in laying out/ fixing building lines
Introduction
Building lines pertain to lines representing the sides of the building passing
through the center of the foundation posts. The final laying-out is done on the batter
board. Before the builder can start the layout, he has to decide which among the
building lines he is going to use.
Procedure in Laying out/fixing the Foundation Lines:
1. Transfer the oriented line to the top of the batter boards. This is done by hanging a
plumb bob to the oriented line, and by making the corresponding point on the batter
board.
2. Locate the center of the foundation from the orientation line at the opposite batter
boards. Then mark these two points with nails or a saw kerf.
3. Stretch string No. 1 on these two marks. Anchor it to the batter boards. This line
should never be moved during the process of squaring lines.
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4. Tie a cord to this line to indicate the original corner A. Align this cord to the corner
stake with a plumb bob.
5. Measure the length of the side that falls on line 1, starting from the original corner,
and tie another cord to mark this corner B.
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6. Stretch line No. 2 square or perpendicular to line 1, passing through the cord tied at
the original corner A. Tie line 2 to nails on the batter boards.
7. From the intersection of lines 1 and 2 at the original corner A. Measure the length of
the side of the building that falls on string 2. Tie another cord to mark this corner C.
8. Through this corner, mark stretch string 3 square to string 2.
9. Measure the length of the side that falls on line 3, and tie a cord to mark corner D.
10. Through corner D, stretch line 4 to the opposite corner B on line
11. Check the square formed by these two lines.
After the four sides of the building are completely laid out there is a need to check
squareness by the use of the diagonal method.
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Job Sheet 1.3-2 Laying Out/fixing Building Lines
lay out/fix building lines to the batter board
Tools: Hand saw, Hammer, Plumb-bob,Nylon string, Level hose, framing square,PPE
Materials: Lumber, Nails
Direction: Given a floor plan, layout/fix building lines to the batter board.
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Performance Criteria Checklist
Competent
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA YES NO NA
1. Stake-out building lines are properly secured
for references in excavating building
foundation.
2. Marking lines are squared and plumbed from

the batter board lines with tolerance of + 3mm
all measurement.
3. Marking lines are squared and plumbed from

the batter board lines with tolerance of + 3mm
all measurement.
4. Worksite is clean and safe based on

Occupation Safety and Health Condition
regulations.
5. Daily work report is accomplished in

accordance with company rules and
regulations.
Satisfactory
Overall Performance
Unsatisfactory
Trainee’s name: __________________________
Trainer’s comment: ___________________________________________________

___________________________________________________
___________________________________________________
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ASSESSMENT PLAN
Evidence Checklist
Carpentry NCII
Competency standard:
Unit of competency: Prepare Stake-out Building Lines
Title of Module Preparing Stake-out Building Lines
Ways in which evidence will be collected: [tick the column]
Demonstr
Questioni
Observati
Written
ation
on
LO1.Prepare materials for Stake-out Building Lines.
1. Appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is selected *
and used according to job requirements and Occupational Safety *
and Health Condition (OSHC) standards.
2. Plans and details are correctly interpreted and identified *
according to job requirements.
3. Materials, tools and equipment are identified consistent with *
job requirements.
4. Materials and tools are properly stored and free from defects. *
5. Unexpected situations are responded in line with company
*
rules and regulations.
6. Housekeeping is performed according to safety regulation *
LO2. Set Batter Board
1. Batter boards are set away from the building line excavation * *
2. Batter boards are properly secured with the tolerance for *
dimension at +/-5mm tolerance and levelness of + 3mm
3. Unexpected situations are responded to in line with company
*
rules and regulations.
4. Housekeeping is performed according to safety regulations. *
LO3. Fix Stake-out Building Lines
1. Stake-out building lines are properly secured for reference in
*
excavating building foundations.
2. Marking lines are squared and plumbed from the batter board
*
lines with tolerance of +/-3mm in all measurements.
3. Work site is cleaned and kept in safe state according to
*
Occupational Health and Condition ((OHSC) regulations.
4. Daily work report is accomplished in accordance with
*
company rules and regulations
REMARKS: ___________________________
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References/further reading
Lewis, Gaspar., Carpentry
Hernan, Hjorth., Woods, Woodworking
Lubrica, Jose B., Building Construction
Koel, Leonard., Carpentry
Fajardo, Max B., Simplified Methods on Building Construction
Fajardo, Max B., Simplified Construction Estimate
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COMPETENCY BASED LEARNING MATERIAL

PREPARING STAKE-OUT BUILDING LINES

Technical Education and Skills Development Authority

Welcome to the Module Preparing stake-out building lines. This module

 Information Sheet – This will provide you with information (Concepts,

 Assignment Sheet – The assignment sheet is a guide used to enhance (follow

NO UNIT OF COMPETENCIES MODULE TITLE CODE

2 Fabricate Formworks Fabricating Formworks

3 Install Formworks Components Installing Formworks

4 Strip Formworks Components Strip Formworks Components

5 Install Framing Components Installing Framing

UNIT OF COMPETENCY: Stake-out Building Lines

MODULE TITLE: Staking-out Building Lines

NOMINAL DURATION: 24 Hours

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Qualification : CARPENTRY NC-II

Module Title : Staking-out Building Lines

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Learning Activities Special Instructions

Read Information Sheet If you have some problem on the content

 Answer Self-Check No. Compare your answer to the answer key

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Tools and Materials Used for Staking-out Building Lines

Hammer –it is used for driving & pulling out nails

Sledge Hammer- is used to sink corner stakes or

Push-pull rule – Use in measuring distances and

Plumb-bob is used to locate the corners of the

Hand saw - is used to cut batter boards and posts.

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Carpenter's level/Bar Level is used to level a

Crow bar - it is used to pull out large nail and

Transparent hose level - is use to get the

Pencil- it is use in marking dimensions on

String line is used to distinguish the dimensions of

Chalk line is used to deposit chalk on the surface

Bolo is used to sharpen batter-board posts and

1. Lumber- it is a sawn timber and used as stake and batterboard

Sizes of softwood or building construction lumber are standardized for convenience in

Lumber is sawn in standard (nominal) sizes:

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1. It is used to drive stake on the ground A.

2. It is used to drive & pull out nails

4. It is used to measure distances and dimensions. D.

1. Use to check the verticality of structure

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Sample of Materials Estimate List

1. The sizes of the stake to be used.

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Item Size Description/unit Total Quantity

1. 2”x2” x36” Stakes 36

5. 2”x2”x6’ Vertical Brace 36

7. 2”x2”x4’ Horizontal Braces 40

8. 2”x2”x16” Horizontal Braces 72

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10 Meters Level Hose 12

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Item Size Description/unit Total Quantity

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Item Size Description/unit Total Quantity

3-4. _, ___What are the two types of batter boards?