2006/2007 Competency-Based Task/Competency List
Carpentry I,II,III (8601, 8602, 8603)
8601-03 - 36 Weeks

Tasks/competencies designated by bullets in the left-hand column(s) are considered essential statewide and are required of all students. In some courses, all tasks/competencies have been identified as essential. Unbulleted tasks/competencies and/or locally added tasks/competencies should be included as local conditions permit.

Note: Tasks marked with an asterisk (*) may be considered sensitive. Teachers should obtain division approval before teaching.

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8601-03 36 Weeks	Carpentry I,II,III (8601, 8602, 8603) TASKS/COMPETENCIES
	Applying Basic Construction Safety Standards (Core Safety)
•	TDI8601-03.001 Comply with federal, state, and local safety legal requirements, including OSHA, VOSHA, and EPA.
•	TDI8601-03.002 Identify PPE (personal protective equipment) requirements.
•	TDI8601-03.003 Inspect and maintain a safe working environment.
•	TDI8601-03.004 Explain safe working practices around electrical hazards.
•	TDI8601-03.005 Identify emergency first aid procedures.
•	TDI8601-03.006 Identify the types of fires and the methods used to extinguish them.
•	TDI8601-03.007 Inspect course-specific hand and power tools to visually identify defects.
•	TDI8601-03.008 Demonstrate lifting and carrying techniques.
•	TDI8601-03.009 Demonstrate safe laddering techniques.
	TDI8601-03.010 Demonstrate safe scaffolding techniques.
•	TDI8601-03.011 Report injuries.
•	TDI8601-03.012 Report personal, environmental, and equipment safety violations to the appropriate authority.
•	TDI8601-03.013 Earn the OSHA 10 card.
•	TDI8601-03.014 Pass safety exam.
	Focusing on the Carpentry Profession
•	TDI8601-03.015 Explain the role that safety plays in carpentry.
•	TDI8601-03.016 Define "job-site safety."
•	TDI8601-03.017 Identify the responsibilities and personal characteristics of a professional craftsperson.
•	TDI8601-03.018 Explain the construction industry, the role of companies that make up the industry, and the role of individual professionals in the industry.

8601-03 36 Weeks	Carpentry I,II,III (8601, 8602, 8603) TASKS/COMPETENCIES
•	TDI8601-03.019 Demonstrate critical thinking skills and the ability to solve problems using those skills.
•	TDI8601-03.020 Demonstrate knowledge of computer systems, and explain common uses for computers in the construction industry.
•	TDI8601-03.021 Demonstrate effective relationship skills with teammates and supervisors, exhibit the ability to work on a team, and demonstrate appropriate leadership skills.
•	TDI8601-03.022 Explain workplace issues such as sexual harassment, stress, and substance abuse.
	Introducing Construction Math
•	TDI8601-03.023 Add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers, with and without a calculator.
•	TDI8601-03.024 Use a standard ruler and a metric ruler to measure.
•	TDI8601-03.025 Add, subtract, multiply, and divide fractions.
•	TDI8601-03.026 Add, subtract, multiply, and divide decimals, with and without a calculator.
•	TDI8601-03.027 Convert decimals to percents and percents to decimals.
•	TDI8601-03.028 Convert fractions to decimals and decimals to fractions.
•	TDI8601-03.029 Explain what the metric system is and how it is important in the construction trades.
•	TDI8601-03.030 Identify and use metric units of length, weight, volume, and temperature.
•	TDI8601-03.031 Identify some of the basic shapes used in the construction industry and apply basic geometry to measure them.
	Introducing Hand and Power Tools
•	TDI8601-03.032 Identify some of the basic hand tools and commonly used power tools used in the construction trade.
•	TDI8601-03.033 Care for and safely use basic, common hand tools and power tools.
	Interpreting Blueprints
•	TDI8601-03.034 Identify basic blueprint terms, components, and symbols.
•	TDI8601-03.035 Relate information on blueprints to actual locations on the print.
•	TDI8601-03.036 Identify different classifications of drawings.
•	TDI8601-03.037 Interpret and use drawing dimensions.
•	TDI8601-03.038 Read/interpret scale.
	Basic Rigging
	TDI8601-03.039 Describe the use of slings and common rigging hardware.

8601-03 36 Weeks	Carpentry I,II,III (8601, 8602, 8603) TASKS/COMPETENCIES
	TDI8601-03.040 Describe the basic inspection techniques and rejection criteria used for slings and hardware.
	TDI8601-03.041 Describe the basic hitch configurations and their proper connections
	TDI8601-03.042 Describe basic load-handling safety practices.
	TDI8601-03.043 Demonstrate proper use of American National Standards Institute (ANSI) hand signals.
	Using Communication Skills
•	TDI8601-03.044 Demonstrate the ability to understand information and instructions that are presented in both written and oral form.
•	TDI8601-03.045 Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in on-the-job situations, using written and oral communication skills.
	Performing Basic Carpentry Skills
•	TDI8601-03.046 Check stock and/or assemblies for squareness.
•	TDI8601-03.047 Measure materials, using tape measure.
•	TDI8601-03.048 Determine levelness and plumbness of surfaces, using a level.
•	TDI8601-03.049 Handle/store materials.
•	TDI8601-03.050 Identify materials.
•	TDI8601-03.051 Maintain/make minor adjustments to hand tools.
	Cutting and Shaping Stock
•	TDI8601-03.052 Crosscut and ripsaw stock to size.
•	TDI8601-03.053 Bore holes.
•	TDI8601-03.054 Square stock to 90 degrees.
•	TDI8601-03.055 Cut miter joint.
	Assembling and Fastening Components
•	TDI8601-03.056 Apply clamping devices.
•	TDI8601-03.057 Fasten stock with metal fasteners (for example, nails, screws, staples, and other mechanical fasteners).
•	TDI8601-03.058 Identify nailing schedules for selected materials according to local building codes.
	TDI8601-03.059 Explain the safe use of nail guns.
	Estimating and Selecting Materials
•	TDI8601-03.060 Determine materials from a blueprint.
	TDI8601-03.061 Estimate labor and material cost.

8601-03 36 Weeks	Carpentry I,II,III (8601, 8602, 8603) TASKS/COMPETENCIES
•	TDI8601-03.062 Determine proper use of materials.
	Building and Installing Foundations and Forms
•	TDI8601-03.063 Set up builder's level.
•	TDI8601-03.064 Establish elevation points from a benchmark.
	TDI8601-03.065 Install batter boards.
	TDI8601-03.066 Construct and align various footing forms to include keyways, bulkheads, dowels, and anchorages.
	TDI8601-03.067 Construct and align foundation wall and wall forms to include pilasters and beam pockets.
	TDI8601-03.068 Construct and align column and pier forms.
	TDI8601-03.069 Describe wall-framing techniques used in masonry construction.
	TDI8601-03.070 Describe the installation of window and door jambs in masonry openings.
	TDI8601-03.071 Maintain form materials properly.
	Framing a Floor
	TDI8601-03.072 Check condition of foundation to comply with local building codes before framing begins.
•	TDI8601-03.073 Install sill plate.
•	TDI8601-03.074 Install solid or composite wood beam/girder.
	TDI8601-03.075 Install lally column.
•	TDI8601-03.076 Read/lay out floor framing detail on sill plate.
•	TDI8601-03.077 Cut and crown floor joists.
	TDI8601-03.078 Frame floor opening.
•	TDI8601-03.079 Install floor joists, including cantilever floor joists.
•	TDI8601-03.080 Install bridging and blocking.
•	TDI8601-03.081 Install subfloor sheathing.
•	TDI8601-03.082 Select appropriate floor-framing fasteners and adhesives.
	Framing Walls
•	TDI8601-03.083 Lay out floor deck for walls.
•	TDI8601-03.084 Cut wall plates.
•	TDI8601-03.085 Read/lay out wall framing layout on wall plates.
•	TDI8601-03.086 Cut studs, headers, jacks, rough sills, and cripples.
•	TDI8601-03.087 Assemble corner and tee posts.
•	TDI8601-03.088 Assemble header.

8601-03 36 Weeks	Carpentry I,II,III (8601, 8602, 8603) TASKS/COMPETENCIES
•	TDI8601-03.089 Frame door opening.
•	TDI8601-03.090 Frame window opening.
•	TDI8601-03.091 Assemble wall sections, including metal studs.
•	TDI8601-03.092 Install double top plate (cap plate).
•	TDI8601-03.093 Install wall blocking (backing).
•	TDI8601-03.094 Install fire stops.
•	TDI8601-03.095 Install corner brace.
•	TDI8601-03.096 Install exterior wall sheathing.
•	TDI8601-03.097 Raise and anchor wall section.
•	TDI8601-03.098 Plumb, align, and brace wall section.
	Framing a Ceiling
•	TDI8601-03.099 Read ceiling layout/lay out ceiling framing detail on top wall plate.
•	TDI8601-03.100 Cut ceiling joists.
•	TDI8601-03.101 Install ceiling joists.
•	TDI8601-03.102 Frame ceiling opening.
•	TDI8601-03.103 Install strongback (stiffener or catwalk).
	Framing a Roof
•	TDI8601-03.104 Read/lay out roof framing detail on cap plate.
•	TDI8601-03.105 Read/lay out common, header, and cripple rafters.
•	TDI8601-03.106 Lay out common rafter as a pattern.
•	TDI8601-03.107 Reproduce common rafters from a pattern.
•	TDI8601-03.108 Install ridgeboard.
•	TDI8601-03.109 Frame roof opening.
•	TDI8601-03.110 Install rafters.
•	TDI8601-03.111 Frame gable end.
	TDI8601-03.112 Frame blind valley (overlay valley).
	TDI8601-03.113 Frame gable dormer.
	TDI8601-03.114 Frame shed dormer.
•	TDI8601-03.115 Install collar beams (rafter ties).
	TDI8601-03.116 Install purlins.
•	TDI8601-03.117 Install roof sheathing.
	TDI8601-03.118 Frame chimney saddle (cricket).

8601-03 36 Weeks	Carpentry I,II,III (8601, 8602, 8603) TASKS/COMPETENCIES
	TDI8601-03.119 Read/lay out gambrel rafters, valley rafters, valley jack rafters, tail rafters, hip rafters, hip jack rafters, and cripple jack rafters, using speed square, framing square, and calculator.
	TDI8601-03.120 Install gambrel rafters, valley rafters, valley jack rafters, tail rafters, hip rafters, hip jack rafters, and cripple jack rafters.
	Installing Trusses
•	TDI8601-03.121 Read truss detail and lay out for truss installation.
•	TDI8601-03.122 Describe the safe selection, setting, and anchoring of trusses by hand or by crane.
•	TDI8601-03.123 Brace roof assembly.
•	TDI8601-03.124 Frame opening in roof assembly.
	Installing Roofing
•	TDI8601-03.125 Install roof felt.
	TDI8601-03.126 Install valley flashing.
•	TDI8601-03.127 Install 3-tab composite shingle.
•	TDI8601-03.128 Install ridge cap.
	TDI8601-03.129 Install composite shingles in valley.
	TDI8601-03.130 Install composite shingles around roof opening.
•	TDI8601-03.131 Identify attic area ventilators.
	Constructing and Installing Stairs
•	TDI8601-03.132 Calculate rise and run for stairs.
•	TDI8601-03.133 Lay out straight run stair stringer.
•	TDI8601-03.134 Cut stair component.
•	TDI8601-03.135 Construct unfinished stair unit.
	Installing Exterior Doors and Windows
•	TDI8601-03.136 Install prehung exterior door units.
	TDI8601-03.137 Install garage door and jamb.
•	TDI8601-03.138 Install prehung windows.
	Framing Decks and Porches
•	TDI8601-03.139 Review building codes related to decks.
	TDI8601-03.140 Install footings.
	TDI8601-03.141 Identify superstructure of attachment.
	TDI8601-03.142 Install ledger board, fasteners, and flashing.

8601-03 36 Weeks	Carpentry I,II,III (8601, 8602, 8603) TASKS/COMPETENCIES
	TDI8601-03.143 Install wood support and post.
	TDI8601-03.144 Install wood beam or girder.
	TDI8601-03.145 Install deck joist.
	TDI8601-03.146 Install decking material.
	TDI8601-03.147 Install railings.
	Installing Exterior Finishes
	TDI8601-03.148 Construct box and rake cornice.
	TDI8601-03.149 Install facia.
	TDI8601-03.150 Install soffit.
	TDI8601-03.151 Cut and install corner board for siding.
•	TDI8601-03.152 Install siding and accompanying accessories.
	Installing Interior Finishes
	TDI8601-03.153 Install gypsum board.
	TDI8601-03.154 Install paneling and trim.
	TDI8601-03.155 Install shelving.
•	TDI8601-03.156 Install baseboard.
•	TDI8601-03.157 Install ceiling molding.
•	TDI8601-03.158 Case interior opening.
	TDI8601-03.159 Install interior door jamb.
•	TDI8601-03.160 Install prehung interior door unit.
	TDI8601-03.161 Install sliding, bi-fold, swinging, or pocket door.
•	TDI8601-03.162 Install cylinder lockset.
	TDI8601-03.163 Install weather stripping.
	TDI8601-03.164 Construct open shelving.
	Transporting and Installing Cabinets
	TDI8601-03.165 Prepare cabinets for hauling.
	TDI8601-03.166 Unload and prepare wall and base cabinets for installation.
	TDI8601-03.167 Stage/install wall and base cabinets.
	TDI8601-03.168 Install base cabinet and hardware.
	TDI8601-03.169 Select prefabricated cabinets.
	TDI8601-03.170 Install prefabricated counter tops.
	Examining All Aspects of Industry

8601-03 36 Weeks	Carpentry I,II,III (8601, 8602, 8603) TASKS/COMPETENCIES
•	Planning
•	Management
•	Finance
•	Technical and Production Skills
•	Underlying Principles of Technology
•	Labor Issues
•	Community Issues
•	Health, Safety, and Environmental Issues