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Task H-21 Installs glass blocks
Task descriptor
Glass blocks are manufactured in various shapes (square, rectangular, corner), sizes, colours, fire ratings and clarities. They have insulating and light transmission properties. They are used for aesthetics, for security and privacy, and as waterproof partitions such as showers.
H-21.01 Prepares work area for installation of glass block
H-21.01 Prepares work area for installation of glass block
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| H-21.01.01P |
determine size of opening or dimension of wall for laying up glass blocks |
size of opening or dimension of wall for laying up glass blocks is determined according to on-site measurements and drawings |
| H-21.01.02P |
level base surface |
base surface is levelled through adjustments |
| H-21.01.03P |
prepare sill surface |
sill surface is prepared according to manufacturers’ specifications |
| H-21.01.04P |
install track to set glass block |
track to set glass block is installed according to manufacturers’ specifications |
Knowledge
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| H-21.01.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of glass blocks, their characteristics and applications |
identify terminology associated with glass blocks |
| identify types, shapes and sizes of glass blocks, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify types of mortars and associated additives, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify types of reinforcement and anchors, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| H-21.01.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to install glass blocks |
identify tools and equipment used to install glass blocks, and describe their procedures for use |
| describe procedures to prepare for installation of glass blocks |
| describe base surface levelling procedures |
H-21.02 Lays glass blocks
H-21.02 Lays glass blocks
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| H-21.02.01P |
maintain mortar consistency |
mortar consistency is maintained as glass blocks do not absorb moisture |
| H-21.02.02P |
install spacers and expansion strips |
spacers and expansion strips are installed in a uniform manner to keep mortar joints consistent |
| H-21.02.03P |
lay up glass blocks |
glass blocks are laid up to pattern and design to create a level and plumb finished product |
| H-21.02.04P |
insert joint reinforcing and anchors |
joint reinforcing and anchors are inserted to ensure structural integrity |
| H-21.02.05P |
joint glass blocks |
glass blocks are jointed to create an aesthetically pleasing product |
| H-21.02.06P |
clean glass blocks |
glass blocks are cleaned to remove excess mortar and dust while not scratching or damaging surface |
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| H-21.02.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of glass blocks, their characteristics and applications |
identify terminology associated with glass blocks |
| identify types, shapes and sizes of glass blocks, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify types of mortars and associated additives, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify types of reinforcement and anchors, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify uses of spacers and expansion strips |
| identify types of joint reinforcing and anchors, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| H-21.02.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to install glass blocks |
identify tools and equipment used to install glass blocks, and describe their procedures for use |
| describe procedures to clean glass blocks |
| describe procedures to joint glass blocks |
| describe procedures to install glass blocks |
Range of variables
- tools and equipment include: plastic jointer, spacers, sponge
Task H-22 Installs ornamental and sculpted masonry
Task descriptor
Ornamental and sculpted masonry can be made from, or designed with, many types of materials such as brick, manufactured or sculpted stone. They are used as decorative additions to buildings. They are assembled into structures such as columns, sound reduction fences, cornices and hand rails.
H-22.01 Prepares for installation of ornamental and sculpted masonry units
H-22.01 Prepares for installation of ornamental and sculpted masonry units
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| H-22.01.01P |
determine placement of ornamental or sculpted unit or pattern |
placement of ornamental and sculpted unit or pattern is determined according to drawings |
| H-22.01.02P |
verify size, shape and weight of masonry units |
size, shape and weight of masonry units are verified prior to installation |
| H-22.01.03P |
prepare surface area |
surface area is prepared to receive masonry units for anchoring and fit |
| H-22.01.04P |
determine size of opening or dimension of wall for laying up ornamental patterns |
size of opening or dimension of wall is determined for laying up ornamental patterns according to on-site measurements and drawings |
Range of variables
- masonry units include: bricks, stones, terracotta
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| H-22.01.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of ornamental and sculpted masonry |
identify masonry units, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify terminology associated with ornamental and sculpted masonry |
| identify types of bonds and patterns, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify types of mortars and associated additives, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify factors affecting durability |
| identify unique anchoring systems associated with ornamental and sculpted masonry units, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| H-22.01.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to prepare for installation of ornamental and sculpted masonry |
identify tools and equipment used to install ornamental and sculpted masonry, and describe their procedures for use |
| describe procedures to prepare for installation of ornamental and sculpted masonry |
Range of variables
- masonry units include: bricks, stones, terracotta
- patterns include: running, stack, herringbone, basket weave
- factors affecting durability include: weather, expansion joints, flashing, capping
H-22.02 Installs ornamental and sculpted masonry units
H-22.02 Installs ornamental and sculpted masonry units
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| H-22.02.01P |
select mortar |
mortar is selected according to job specifications |
| H-22.02.02P |
match mortar |
mortar is matched to material to create an aesthetically pleasing finished product |
| H-22.02.03P |
lay up ornamental or sculpted masonry units |
ornamental or sculpted masonry units are laid up according to bonding and patterns in drawing |
| H-22.02.04P |
finish joints |
joints are finished to complete installation |
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| H-22.02.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of ornamental and sculpted masonry |
identify terminology associated with ornamental and sculpted masonry |
| identify masonry units, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify types of bonds and patterns, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify types of mortars and associated additives, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify factors affecting durability |
| identify unique anchoring systems associated with ornamental and sculpted masonry units, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| H-22.02.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to install ornamental and sculpted masonry units |
identify tools and equipment used to install ornamental and sculpted masonry units, and describe their procedures for use |
| describe procedures to install ornamental and sculpted masonry units |
Range of variables
- masonry units include: bricks, stones, terracotta
- patterns include: running, stack, herringbone, basket weave
- factors affecting durability include: weather, expansion joints, flashing, capping
Task H-23 Builds arches
Task descriptor
Arches can be built for ornamental and structural purposes. They are built in various styles such as gothic, Roman, segmental or jack arch. Arches are built to span areas and distribute the loads above them.
H-23.01 Prepares location for installation of arch
H-23.01 Prepares location for installation of arch
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| H-23.01.01P |
determine location of arch |
location of arch is determined according to drawing |
| H-23.01.02P |
lay up wall to abutment height (spring line) |
wall is laid up to abutment height (spring line) to receive arch |
| H-23.01.03P |
determine and install reinforcing |
reinforcing is determined and installed in surrounding masonry buttresses, columns, piers and abutments according to drawings and job specifications |
| H-23.01.04P |
build support system and template |
support system and template are built to accept weight of arch |
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| H-23.01.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of arches |
identify terminology associated with arches |
| identify types, styles and sizes of arches, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify materials for arch, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify template materials, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe geometric and arch mathematical concepts, and their applications |
| describe arch diagrams, and their characteristics and application |
| H-23.01.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to prepare location to build arch |
identify tools and equipment used to build arches, and describe their procedures for use |
| describe procedures to prepare location to build arch |
| describe procedures to lay up wall |
| describe procedures to install reinforcing |
| describe procedures to build support system for template |
| describe procedures to construct templates |
Range of variables
- materials for arch include: brick, stone, block
- template materials include: wood, steel
H-23.02 Builds template
H-23.02 Builds template
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| H-23.02.01P |
determine type, location, span, rise and depth of arch template |
type, location, span, rise and depth of arch template is determined according to architectural drawings and site dimensions |
| H-23.02.02P |
determine structural strength requirements for template |
structural strength requirements for template are determined according to drawings and job specifications |
| H-23.02.03P |
lay out and cut template |
template is laid out and cut according to architectural drawings and site dimensions |
| H-23.02.04P |
assemble template |
template is assembled using various template materials |
Range of variables
- template materials include: wood, steel
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| H-23.02.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of arches |
identify terminology associated with arches |
| identify types, styles and sizes of arches, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify materials for arch, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify template materials, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe geometric and arch mathematical concepts, and their applications |
| H-23.02.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to construct template |
identify tools and equipment used to build arches, and describe their procedures for use |
| describe procedures to construct template |
Range of variables
- materials for arch include: brick, stone, block
- template materials include: wood, steel
H-23.03 Places template
H-23.03 Places template
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| H-23.03.01P |
position template on support system |
template is positioned on support system |
| H-23.03.02P |
adjust and shim template |
template is adjusted and shimmed to achieve required degree of level and plumb |
| H-23.03.03P |
shore template |
template is shored to temporarily secure it while arch is being built |
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| H-23.03.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of arches |
identify terminology associated with arches |
| identify types, styles and sizes of arches, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify materials for arch, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify template materials, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe geometric and arch mathematical concepts and their applications |
| H-23.03.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to place template |
identify tools and equipment used to build arches, and describe their procedures for use |
| describe procedures to place template |
Range of variables
- materials for arch include: brick, stone, block
- template materials include: wood, steel
H-23.04 Installs arch masonry units
H-23.04 Installs arch masonry units
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| H-23.04.01P |
determine material lay-up requirements and keystone location |
material lay-up requirements and keystone location is determined according to centre of arch calculations |
| H-23.04.02P |
calculate and cut skewback |
skewback is calculated and cut according to type of arch |
| H-23.04.03P |
calculate spacing |
spacing is calculated to determine lay out of arch masonry units (voussoirs) |
| H-23.04.04P |
calculate number, size and shape of arch masonry units (voussoirs) |
number, size and shape of arch masonry units (voussoirs) are calculated when building gauged arch |
| H-23.04.05P |
shape arch masonry units (voussoirs) |
arch masonry units (voussoirs) are shaped by cutting materials for arch to fit gauged arch |
| H-23.04.06P |
lay arch masonry units (voussoirs) |
arch masonry units (voussoirs) are laid according to calculations |
| H-23.04.07P |
cut creepers |
creepers are cut while laying up materials to create a uniform extrados |
| H-23.04.08P |
install tray and step flashings |
tray and step flashings are installed according to drawings and job specifications |
Range of variables
- materials for arch include: brick, stone, block
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| H-23.04.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of arches |
identify terminology associated with arches |
| identify types, styles and sizes of arches, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify materials for arch, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify template materials, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe geometric and arch mathematical concepts, and their applications |
| identify mortar setting times |
| H-23.04.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to install arch masonry units (voussoirs) |
identify tools and equipment used to build arches, and describe their procedures for use |
| describe procedures to install arch masonry units (voussoirs) |
| describe procedures to cut materials for arch and creepers |
| describe procedures to install tray and step flashings |
Range of variables
- materials for arch include: brick, stone, block
- template materials include: wood, steel
H-23.05 Removes template
H-23.05 Removes template
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| H-23.05.01P |
determine if mortar has cured |
mortar is cured and has enough strength to hold once template has been removed |
| H-23.05.02P |
remove any shims and shoring materials |
shims and shoring materials are removed to release template |
| H-23.05.03P |
remove template |
template is removed without damaging arch material |
| H-23.05.04P |
clean and point joints in arch soffit |
joints are cleaned and pointed in arch soffit to finish arch |
Knowledge
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Learning Objectives |
| H-23.05.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of arches |
identify terminology associated with arches |
| identify types, styles and sizes of arches, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify mortar setting times |
| identify shims and shoring materials, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| H-23.05.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to remove templates |
identify tools and equipment used to build and remove templates, and describe their procedures for use |
| describe procedures to remove templates |