Construction and Carpentry 10, 20, 30
Course Configurations
COCA3
Module 3: Manufactured Building Products (Core)
Outcome
Demonstrate an understanding of how a variety of wood products are manufactured.
Indicators
(a) | Compare the manufacturing processes and categories for various engineered structural wood panels (i.e. plywood, oriented strand board, and composite panels). |
(b) | Classify the common uses of non-structural panels such as hardwood, plywood, medium density fibreboard (MDF), hardboard, and particleboard. |
(c) | Summarize the advantages of glued-laminated timber (glulam) over conventional timber beams. |
(d) | Justify the use of wood I-joists and floor trusses over traditional joists in residential construction. |
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R053912
Building Trades Dictionary(4th ed.)
This book contains brief and concise definitions of terms related to the construction industry in dictionary format. Many of the terms are illustrated with photographs and line drawings. The emphasis of the book is placed on construction tools, materials and processes used in the industry. There is a separate section on contractors' terms. Several appendices provide information on mathematical symbols, geometric figures, conversions and print symbols that are found in building plans.
This edition has been updated with new photographs and over 1,500 items and existing terms have been revised to reflect changes in the industry. The compact disc contains an electronic version of the dictionary and links to online resources.
This edition has been updated with new photographs and over 1,500 items and existing terms have been revised to reflect changes in the industry. The compact disc contains an electronic version of the dictionary and links to online resources.
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R071404
Inside the Carpenter's Toolbox
This program from the Tools of the Trade Series covers the tools and construction materials carpenters depend on every day. Examples of construction materials include manufactured wood products such as plywood, oriented strand board (OSB), I-beam joists, glu-lams and fasteners. The video covers carpentry tools that are divided into four groups: planning and drawing, measuring and marking, cutting and shaping and fastening and assembling. The video also explains the three types of carpentry: rough, finish and general. Safety is reinforced throughout the program.
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R031758
Canadian Home Builders' Association - Saskatchewan
The residential construction industry offers a wide range of rewarding career opportunities, from excavator to roofer. Some well-paid opportunities are available through the province's apprenticeship training program, which combines on-the-job experience with technical classroom training. Topics on this website include: opportunities in residential construction; apprenticeship; education, training and certification; financial assistance; applying for jobs and safety.
Media and Formats :
Website
Price :
Free



Record posted/updated:
November 28, 2018

R103115
Youth in the Workplace
This Government of Saskatchewan website provides informational resources on topics related to youth and work. Materials are aimed at youth, educators, parents and employers.
Links :
Website
Media and Formats :
Website
Price :
Free



Record posted/updated:
November 28, 2018

R052833
Carpentry. Student Textbook with Canadian Resource Supplement(5th ed.)
This comprehensive resource includes photographs, diagrams and charts. There are 16 units covering 70 chapters and an introduction with a brief summary designed to help develop and upgrade the skills and competencies required in the trade. The book has a glossary, an index and several appendices.
An accompanying CD includes chapter reviews, an illustrated glossary, mathematical problems, lists of American and Canadian resources and media clips to illustrate a variety of tools and techniques.
The Canadian Resource Supplement is a support manual that highlights the Canadian construction industry and carpentry trade. There are references to pages in the textbook where specific Canadian content may be inserted.
An accompanying CD includes chapter reviews, an illustrated glossary, mathematical problems, lists of American and Canadian resources and media clips to illustrate a variety of tools and techniques.
The Canadian Resource Supplement is a support manual that highlights the Canadian construction industry and carpentry trade. There are references to pages in the textbook where specific Canadian content may be inserted.
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Carpentry. Instructor's Resource Guide

R071414
Wood. Technology & Processes. Student Textbook(1st ed.)
The student book includes a table of contents detailing the 40 chapters and indicating specific pages that provide links to science, mathematics, woodworking tips, woodworking projects and "Facts about Wood." Each chapter begins with objectives and a list of terms and ends with a chapter summary, review questions and real-world problems. Included is a 50-page handbook with a well-photographed visual glossary covering tools, processes, equipment, fasteners, hardware and types of wood. At the end of the text there is a 36-page handbook on advanced woodworking techniques and 15 woodworking projects from Better Homes and Gardens' Wood Magazine. Although Metric measurements are included in one chapter, inches and feet are used throughout the book.
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Wood. Technology & Processes. Student Workbook
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Wood. Technology & Processes. Teacher Resource Guide

R053916
Green Home Building
Eco-friendly building is catching on in the construction trade and is projected to become the norm among home builders and contractors. Using visuals and comments from industry experts, this program presents general construction guidelines for environmentally friendly residential building. Viewers are given a solid foundation of technical knowledge and best practices in all aspects of green housing construction. Topics include: lot design, passive solar energy, resource efficiency, recycling methods, water conservation, the Energy Star program, heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), energy footprints, indoor air quality, financial incentives and professional certifications.
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Media and Formats :
CD/DVD
Price :
$129.95
Record posted/updated:
November 28, 2018