Residential Construction

Identify, move, store, and supply construction and building materials for all types of construction activities.

• 4.2.1 Identification
• • Identify materials necessary to complete tasks in the trade
  • Describe the structure and properties of various materials
  • Evaluate waste of resources/materials
  • Evaluate necessity for additional/alternative resources/materials
  • Differentiate between compatible and incompatible substances

• 4.2.2 Selection
• • Evaluate and select building materials and assemblies to meet project specifications (e.g., metals, woods, ceramics, concrete, rubber, plastics, polymers, composites, etc.)
  • Understand criteria used for material selection

• 4.2.3 Use
• • Handle, install, position, move, and store materials properly
  • Demonstrate knowledge of various material finishing techniques
  • Identify and perform material testing techniques
  • Understand appropriate transport methods of various construction materials
  • Use appropriate combinations of building materials and components