Ironworking Instructor’s Guide Task Module 30116

METAL DECKING

NATIONAL

CENTER FOR

CONSTRUCTION

EDUCATION AND

RESEARCH

Copyright© 1999 National Center for Construction Education and Research, Gainesville, FL 32614-1104. All rights reserved. No part of this workmay be reproduced in any form or by any means, including photocopying, without written permission of the publisher.

OBJECTIVES

Upon completion of this module, the trainee will be able to:

1. Identify and explain types of decking and deck profiles.

2. Describe how decking is packaged, shipped, and stored.

3. Erect decking and observe job site safety.

4. Explain the effects of deck penetrations and damage.

5. Demonstrate how to place concrete.

Note to the Instructor

Before teaching this module, you should review the details in this Instructor’s Guide forEquipment and Materials, Testing, and the suggested Teaching Sequence. Be sure to allowample time to prepare your own training plan or lesson plan and to gather all requiredequipment and materials.

Required Equipment and Materials

The following are required for instruction using this module:

EquipmentOverhead projector and screen Whiteboard/chalkboardAppropriate Personal Protective EquipmentMetal deckingFastenersWelding equipmentConcrete

MaterialsTrainee Task Module TransparenciesMarkers/chalkModule ExaminationPerformance Profile Sheets

IRONWORKING — INSTRUCTOR’S GUIDE MODULE 301162

HOW TO USE THIS INSTRUCTOR’S GUIDE

For each 21⁄2-hour class session in this Instructor’s Guide, the basic Presentation Sequence isas follows:

Introduction/OverviewClassroom, and/or Demonstration, and/or LaboratoryClass BreakClassroom, and/or Demonstration, and/or LaboratorySummary

Suggested time periods for classroom sessions are included throughout this Instructor’sGuide. These time periods should be adapted to meet local conditions and trainingrequirements.

Each class session is presented with two columns of information. On the left side of the page,a narrow column provides suggested trainee and instructor actions, icons to call yourattention to material, safety, audiovisual, or testing requirements, and space for your notes.The right-hand column provides the outline of the suggested presentation for each classsession.

In this Instructor’s Guide, the terms classroom, demonstration, and laboratory are definedand used as follows:

Classroom: Sessions are designed for lectures, group discussions, coaching, and additionalactivities. Trainees should be encouraged to actively participate.

Demonstration: Instructors will demonstrate all procedures before trainees attempt them.Instructors should make sure that trainees can point out all safety procedures duringdemonstrations to be assured of the proper use of equipment by trainees.

Laboratory: Instructors will facilitate all laboratory activities, coach trainees as theypractice the procedures, monitor trainee progress, and provide feedback. The instructor willmake sure that safety rules are followed at all times and that protective equipment is worn.

NCCER Standardized Craft Training Programs

The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) provides astandardized national program of accredited craft training. Key features of the programinclude instructor certification, competency-based training, and performance testing. Theprogram provides trainees, instructors, and companies with a standard form of recognitionthrough a National Craft Training Registry. The program is described in full in theGuidelines for Accreditation, published by the NCCER. For more information on standardizedcraft training, contact the NCCER at P.O. Box 141104, Gainesville, FL 32614-1104; or call352-334-0911.

3METAL DECKING — INSTRUCTOR’S GUIDE MODULE 30116

MODULE OVERVIEW

This course introduces the Ironworking trainee to the methods and procedures used ininstalling metal decking.

Prerequisites

Please see the Course Map. Prior to training with this module, it is recommended that thetrainee shall have successfully completed the following modules:

Core Curricula; Ironworking Level 1, Modules 30101 through 30113

Safety Considerations

Ensure that the trainees are equipped with appropriate personal protective equipment.

Teaching Time for This Module

Approximately 10 hours or 4 sessions of training time are suggested to cover Metal Decking.The training class session is a suggested 21⁄2-hour time period, which includes at least onebreak. You will need to adjust the time required for hands-on activities and testingbased on your class size and resources. All time periods for this module are suggestedand you will need to adapt the suggested lesson plan to meet your local conditions.

Suggested Teaching Sequence — Four 21⁄2-Hour Sessions

Adjust your class times based on class size and resources.

Session Topic Trainee Module Section(s)

1 Introduction – Storage And Protection 1.0.0 – 2.4.02 Erecting Decking And Observing Job Site Safety – 3.0.0 – 3.6.5

Housekeeping3 Deck Damage And Penetrations – Placing Concrete 4.0.0 – 5.0.04 Module Examination

Performance Profile Examination

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TRANSPARENCY 2

TASK MODULE 30116, METAL DECKING

PERFORMANCE PROFILE TASKS1. Demonstrate safe lifting methods.

2. Properly place decking.

3. Attach decking with fasteners.

4. Attach decking by welding.

5. Demonstrate how to check weld quality.

6. Demonstrate proper concrete placement.

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Introductory Skills for the Crew LeaderInstructor’s Guide

COURSE OVERVIEW

This course introduces the basic leadership skills a crew leader needs in order to supervise a crew.Trainees will learn about:

• The construction industry today• Construction organization• Team building• Gender and minority issues• Communication• Motivation• Problem solving• Decision making• Safety• Project control

PREREQUISITES

There are no prerequisites for this course.

LEARNING OBJECTIVESUpon completion of this course, the trainee will be able to:

1. Discuss current issues and organizational structure in the construction industry today.2. Understand and incorporate leadership skills into work habits, including communication,

motivation, team building, problem solving, and decision-making skills.3. Demonstrate an awareness of safety issues, including the cost of accidents and safety regulations. 4. Identify a supervisor’s typical safety responsibilities. 5. Show a basic understanding of the planning process, scheduling, and cost and resource control.

PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES

This is a knowledge-based module—there is no performance profile examination.

NCCER STANDARIZED CRAFT TRAINING PROGRAM

The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) provides a standardizednational program of accredited craft training. Key features of the program include instructorcertification, competency-based training, and performance testing. The program provides trainees,instructors, and companies with a standard form of recognition through a National Craft TrainingRegistry. The program is described in full in the Guidelines for Accreditation, published by the NCCER.For more information on standardized craft training, contact the NCCER by writing us at P.O. Box141104, Gainesville, FL 32614-1104, calling 352-334-0911, or e-mailing info@NCCER.org. Moreinformation may be found at our Web site at www.nccer.org.

NOTE TO INSTRUCTORS

If you are training under an Accredited NCCER Sponsor, note that you may be eligible for dualcredentials for successful completion of Introductory Skills for the Crew Leader. When submitting theForm 200, indicate completion of the two module numbers that apply to Introductory Skills for the CrewLeader – MT101 (from NCCER’s Contren® Management Series) and 28307-05 (from NCCER’s MasonryLevel Three) and transcripts will be issued to you accordingly.

MT101

HOW TO USE THIS ANNOTATED INSTRUCTOR’S GUIDE

Each page presents two sections of information. The larger section displays each page exactly as itappears in the Trainee Guide. The narrow column ties suggested trainee and instructor actions to eachpage and provides icons to call your attention to material, safety, audiovisual, or testing requirements.The bottom of each page includes space for your notes.

Review questions and participant exercises are found periodically throughout the Trainee Guide inorder for the trainees to test their knowledge. An answer key to these review questions and suggestedanswers for the participant exercises are located at the back of this Annotated Instructor’s Guide. Aftertrainees complete thereview questions, go over the correct answers with them to be sure theyunderstand all concepts.

PREPARATION

Before teaching this course, you should review the Course Outline, Learning Objectives, and theMaterials and Equipment List. Be sure to allow ample time to prepare your own training or lesson planand gather all required equipment and materials.

MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT LIST

Materials:TransparenciesMarkers/chalkCalculator Pencils/scratch paperExample of OSHA Log BooksExamples of MSDS SheetsCopies of Module Examinations*

Equipment:Overhead projectorScreen (or large blank wall) Whiteboard/chalkboard

*Located in the Test Booklet packaged with this Annotated Instructor’s Guide.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

This module is intended to present thorough resources for task training. The following reference worksare suggested for both instructors and motivated trainees interested in further study. These are optionalmaterials for continued education rather than for task training.

Construction Contracting, 1994. Richard H. Clough and Glenn A. Sears. New York: John Wiley & Sons.

Construction Management, 1997. Daniel W. Halpin and Ronald W. Woodhead. New York: John Wiley &Sons.

Construction Operations Manual of Policies and Procedures, 2000. Andrew Civitello Jr. New York: McGraw-Hill.

Professional Construction Management, 1991. Donald S. Barrie, Boyd C. Paulson (Contributor). New York:McGraw-Hill.

TEACHING TIME FOR THIS COURSE

An outline for use in developing your lesson plan is presented below. This course is designed to betaught in one of two formats: two 8-hour sessions (such as all-day workshops) or eight 2-hour sessions(such as after-work training seminars). Because of this, each session below has a suggested time periodof two hours. If leading 8-hour sessions, simply teach four of these 2-hour sessions both times your classmeets. All instructors will need to adjust the time required for participant activities and testing based onclass size and resources.

Topic Planned Time

Session I. Orientation to the Job A. Overview of the Construction Industry ____________

1. Historical Importance of the Construction Industry ____________2. Growth and Economics of the Construction Industry ____________3. Changing Values of Workers ____________

B. The Construction Industry Today ____________1. Training2. New Technology ____________

C. Gender and Minority Issues ____________1. Communication Styles of Men and Women ____________2. Language Barriers ____________3. Cultural Differences ____________4. Sexual Harassment ____________5. Gender and Minority Discrimination ____________

D. Construction Projects ____________E. The Construction Organization ____________

1. Division of Responsibility ____________2. Authority and Responsibility ____________3. Job Descriptions ____________4. Policies and Procedures ____________

Session II. Leadership Skills, Part OneA. Introduction to Supervision ____________B. The Shift in Work Activities ____________C. Becoming a Leader ____________

1. Characteristics of Leaders ____________2. Functions of a Leader ____________3. Leadership Styles ____________4. Ethics in Leadership ____________

D. Communication ____________1. Verbal Communication ____________2. Non-Verbal Communication ____________3. Written or Visual Communication ____________4. Communication Issues ____________

E. Motivation ____________1. Employee Motivators ____________2. Motivating Employees ____________

Session III. Leadership Skills, Part TwoA. Team Building ____________

1. Successful Teams ____________2. Building Successful Teams ____________

B. Getting the Job Done ____________1. Delegating Responsibilities ____________2. Implementing Policies and Procedures ____________

C. Problem Solving and Decision Making ____________1. Problem Solving vs. Decision Making ____________2. Types of Decisions ____________3. Formal Problem-Solving Techniques ____________4. Special Leadership Problems ____________

Session IV. Safety, Part OneA. Safety Overview ____________B. Costs of Accidents ____________

1. Insured Costs ____________2. Uninsured Costs ____________

C. Safety Regulations ____________1. Workplace Inspections ____________2. Penalties for Violations ____________

Session V. Safety, Part TwoA. Safety Responsibilities ____________

1. Safety Program ____________2. Safety Policies and Procedures ____________3. Hazard Identification and Assessment ____________4. Safety Information and Training ____________5. Safety Record Systems ____________6. Accident Investigation Procedures ____________

B. Supervisor Involvement in Safety ____________1. Safety Meetings ____________2. Inspections ____________3. First Aid ____________4. Fire Protection and Prevention ____________5. Substance Abuse ____________6. Accident Investigations ____________

C. Promoting Safety ____________1. Meetings ____________2. Contests ____________3. Recognition and Awards ____________4. Publicity ____________

Session VI. Project Control, Part OneA. Project Control Overview ____________B. Project Delivery Systems ____________

1. General Contracting ____________2. Design-Build ____________3. Construction Management ____________

C. An Overview of Planning ____________1. What is Planning? ____________2. Why Plan? ____________

D. Stages of Planning ____________1. Pre-Construction Planning ____________2. Construction Planning ____________

E. The Planning Process ____________1. Establishing a Goal ____________2. Identifying the Work to be Done ____________3. Determining Tasks ____________4. Communicate Responsibilities ____________5. Follow-Up ____________

F. Planning Resources ____________1. Planning Materials ____________2. Planning Equipment ____________3. Planning Tools ____________4. Planning Labor ____________

G. Ways to Plan ____________

Session VII. Project Control, Part TwoA. Estimating ____________B. Scheduling ____________

1. The Scheduling Process ____________2. Bar Charts ____________3. Network Schedule ____________4. Short-Interval Production Scheduling ____________5. Updating a Schedule ____________

Session VIII. Project Control, Part ThreeA. Cost Awareness And Control ____________

1. Categories of Costs ____________2. Field Reporting System ____________3. Supervisor’s Role in Cost Control ____________

B. Resource Control ____________1. Control ____________2. Materials Control ____________3. Equipment Control ____________4. Tools Control ____________5. Labor Control ____________

C. Production and Productivity ____________D. Summary ____________

1. Summarize Course ____________2. Answer Questions ____________

E. Module Examination ____________1. Trainee must score 70% or higher to receive recognition from the NCCER.2. Record testing results on Craft Training Report Form 200 and submit the

results to the Training Program Sponsor.