Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
PUBLIC TECHNICAL-VOCATIONAL
HIGH SCHOOLS
Unit of Competency: PREPARE CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS
AND TOOLS
Module No.: 1
Module Title: Preparing Construction
Materials and Tools
ACKNOWLEDGMENT
We, the teachers assigned to work on the Refinement of Cometenc! "ased
C#rric#$#m, Conte%t#a$ Learning Materia$ and Cometenc! & "ased Learning
Mod#$es artic#$ar$! in "#i$ding Constr#ction, wish to e%ress o#r gratit#de and
areciation for ha'ing gi'en the chance to take art in this ed#cationa$ (reak
thro#gh) With high hoes we $ook forward for the imro'ement of the Technica$*
+ocationa$ Ed#cation of the co#ntr! thro#gh the de'e$oment of f#nctiona$ materia$s
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Marikina Hotel
Marikina City
April 20-25, 2009
Technology Writers:
A$(ino T) L#is
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Marikina Cit!
4e$icidad D) 5acarias
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Science Teachers:
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3e$en M) Lo2ano
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Math Specialist

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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:
Simplifed 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
Simplifed 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
Specifc 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 dont have to undergo the same training
again. If you have a qualifcation or Certifcate 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 profle. All the learning activities are designed for you to
complete at your own pace.
In this module, you will fnd 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, specifcations 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
certifcate of completion.
SUMMARY OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:
Upon completing this module you should be able to:
LO1. Identify materials and tools applicable to a specifc construction
job.
LO2. Acquire appropriate materials and tools.
LO3. Inspect the acquired materials.

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ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:

1.Tools and materials are identifed per job requirement.
2.Tools are classifed according to their function and job
requirements.
3.Materials are classifed according to their uses for specifc
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 defnite extent or character for a set
of fee.
List is a series of words and numbers
Material is a stuf 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 specifc job construction
job.
Assessment Criteria:
1.Tools and materials are identifed per job requirements
2.Tools are classifed according to their function and job
requirements.
3.Materials are classifed according to their uses for
specifc 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 Acti'ities -ecia$ ,nstr#ction
1.Read Information Sheet 1-1
on Types and Uses of
Construction Materials and
Tools
2.Answer self check no. 1-1
to test your knowledge on
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
* Information Sheet 1-1
* Answer the Self-Check without
looking at the Information Sheet
* Answer Key 1-1

1.Read Information Sheet 1-2
on Description on Materials
and Tools
2.Answer Self Check no. 1-2
to test your knowledge on
Description of Materials and
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
.* Information Sheet 1-2
* Answer the Self-Check without
looking at the Information Sheet
* Answer key 1-2
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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 specifc job.
Materials Uses
Lumber
Nails
Screw
G.I wire
Cement
Sand
Gravel
Water
Steel Reinforcement
G. I Sheet
Construction/Furniture
Construction/Furniture
Construction/Furniture
Construction
Construction
Construction
Construction
Construction
Construction
Construction
Tools Uses
Saw
Square
Level hose
Level bar
Hammer
Chisel
Plane
Drill bit
Oil stone
Trowel
Cutting
Testing
Testing
Testing
Driving
Cutting
Smoothing
Boring
Sharpening
Finishing
:
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 fne 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
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Hack saw is a fne toothed saw used to cut metals and pipes
Level bar is a tool used in checking vertical and horizontal position
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 fne, 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
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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 sacrifcing 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)
LEARNING EXPERIENCES /ACTIVITIES
LO. No. 2- Acquire appropriate materials and tools
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Learning Activities Special Instruction
1.Read Information Sheet 2-1
on Requisition procedure
2.Answer Self Check no. 2-1
to test your knowledge on
Requisition procedure
3.Compare your Answers to
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
* Information Sheet 2-1
* Answer the Self-Check without
looking at the information sheet
* Answer key 2-1
1.Read Information Sheet 2-2
on Requested Materials and
Tools According to Prepared
list
2.Answer Self Check no. 2-2
to test your knowledge on
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
.* Information Sheet 2-2
* Answer the Self-Check without
looking at the Information Sheet
* Answer Key 2-2
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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 classifcation 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
Balance on
Hand Quantity
Requisition
Unit
Materials and
Description
Unit
price Total
1 Piece Plywood P 700.00
1 Liter Stain Maple P110.00
1 Kilo Finishing nail
11/2
P 30.00
1 Foot Sand Paper P 50.00
1 Liter QDE Boysen
(Green)
P 150.00
1 Liter Thinner (Lacquer) P 80.00
1 Piece Paint brush 2 P 20.00
P1040.00
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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
Hand Quantity
Requisition
Unit
Materials and
Description
Unit
price
Total
Teacher examines and inspects the output by using the following
scoring guide.
Criteria Rating
AA
1. Accuracy 40%
2. Observance of the sequence of steps 30%
3. Readability of Information 20%
4. Neatness of work 10%
100%
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
Quantity Unit
Materials and
Description
Unit
price
Total
1 Piece Plywood P 700.00
1 Liter Stain Maple P110.00
1 Kilo Finishing nail
11/2
P 30.00
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1 Foot Sand Paper P 50.00
1 Liter QDE Boysen
(Green)
P 150.00
1 Liter Thinner (Lacquer) P 80.00
1 Piece Paint brush 2 P 20.00
P1040.00
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.
Quantity Unit
Unit
price
Total
1 Plywood
1 Liter Stain Maple P110.00
A:
1 Finishing nail
11/2
P
Sand Paper P 50.00
QDE Boysen
(Green)
P
Liter Thinner (Lacquer) P 80.00
1 Paint brush 2
Program/Course :MASONRY NC I
Unit of Competency :PREPARE CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS
AND TOOLS
Module Title :Preparing Construction Materials and
Tools
Learning Outcome 3
A;
Inspect and check tools and materials received.
Assessment Criteria:
1.Materials and tools are received and inspected per
quantity and specifcation based on requisition.
2.Tools and materials are checked for damages and
manufacturing.
3.Materials and tools received are handled with
appropriate safety devices.
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Resources: References Tools/Equipment, etc.- They should conform
with the Contextual learning Matrix (Refer to the
conditions of the Competency Based Curriculum)
LEARNING EXPERIENCES /ACTIVITIES
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LO3 - Inspect and check materials and tools received
Learning Activities Special Instruction
1.Read Information Sheet 3
on Inspection and Checking
of Tools Received
2.Answer Self Check no. 3 to
test your knowledge on
Inspection and Checking of
Tools Received
3.If you miss some of the
items , review the
information sheet
4.When ready, you can
proceed to the next activity
* Information Sheet 3
* Answer the Self-Check without
looking at the information sheet
* Answer key 3
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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 specifcation (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 ofcer 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 plywood
2. 1 liter satin maple
3. 1 kilo fnishing #1
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
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3. Testing
4. Testing
5. Driving
6. Paring/Cutting
7. Smoothing
8. Boring
9. Sharpening
10. Finishing
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
EB
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 Plywood P 70.00 1.
2. 1 Liter Wood Stain (Maple)P110.00 2.
3. 1 Kl. 1 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
8. 2 pcs. Paint Brush P 50.00
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