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This document outlines a 90-hour unit on Construction Materials Science, focusing on the identification, selection, testing, and safe handling of construction materials. It includes learning outcomes, suggested assessment methods, and instructional strategies. The unit aims to equip trainees with the necessary skills and knowledge to apply materials science in construction effectively.

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Cons - Materials (1) Curriculum

This document outlines a 90-hour unit on Construction Materials Science, focusing on the identification, selection, testing, and safe handling of construction materials. It includes learning outcomes, suggested assessment methods, and instructional strategies. The unit aims to equip trainees with the necessary skills and knowledge to apply materials science in construction effectively.

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MATERIAL SCIENCE

UNIT CODE: CON/CU/CET/CC/04/6/A

Relationship to Occupational Standards


This unit addresses the unit of competency: Apply Construction Materials Science
Duration of Unit: 90 Hours

Unit Description
This unit describes the competence in applying building materials science. It involves
identifying essential construction materials, selecting quality construction materials,
testing construction materials and demonstrating knowledge in use of construction
materials.

Summary of Learning Outcomes


1. Identify essential construction materials
2. Identify properties of construction materials
3. Manufacture construction materials
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4. Select quality construction materials


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5. Use construction materials appropriately


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6. Test construction materials


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7. Handle construction materials safely


Learning Outcomes, Content and Suggested Assessment Methods
Learning Outcome Content Suggested
Assessment Methods

1. Identify essential  Engineering drawings  Written tests


construction interpretation  Oral
materials  Bills of quantities  Practical
 Construction materials tests/Project

2. Identify properties  Physical properties of  Written tests


of construction construction materials  Oral
materials  Chemical properties of  Practical
construction materials tests/Project
 Mechanical properties of
construction materials

© TVET CDACC 2019 39


3. Manufacture  Raw materials used in  Written tests
construction manufacturing construction  Oral
materials materials  Practical
 Procedures of manufacturing tests/Project
construction materials
 Plant and equipment used in
manufacturing construction
materials

4. Select quality  Properties of quality  Written tests


construction construction materials  Oral
materials  Construction materials Cost and  Practical
quality relationship tests/Project
 Selection of Construction
materials

5. Use construction  Construction methods and  Written tests


materials processes om  Oral
appropriately  Appropriate use of construction  Practical
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materials tests/Project
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 Materials testing parameters  Written tests


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6. Test construction
  Oral
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materials Destructive tests


 Non-destructive tests  Practical
 Materials testing procedures tests/Project
 Quality assurance and control

7. Handle construction  User safety in handling  Written tests


materials safely construction materials  Oral
 Construction Materials handling  Practical
and storage tests/Project

Suggested Methods of Instruction


 Demonstration by trainer
 Practical work by trainee
 Demonstration videos
 Projects
 Field trips

© TVET CDACC 2019 40


 Trainee group discussions

Recommended Resources

 Computer
 Laboratory testing equipment
 Laboratory apparatus
 Hand tools
 Machine tools
 Computer software
 Construction materials
 Computers
 Stationery
 Manufacturer’s catalogues
 Safety boots
 Goggles
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Gas masks
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 Helmets
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Gloves
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 Dust coats
 First aid kit
 Ear muffs
 Dust masks
 Overalls

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