Lesson Plan
Course Title: Construction Technology
Session Title: Building an Arbor
Time:
1 Week.
[Lesson length is subjective and will vary from instructor to instructor]
Performance Objective:
Correctly use tools and project design to build a garden arbor.
Specific Objectives:
Upon completion of the following lesson, the learner will be able to:
Use proper safety equipment .
Select the correct tools and materials to build an arbor Collaborate with a team to
construct project. Follow directions for completion and safety.
Preparation
TEKS Correlations:
This lesson, as published, correlates to the following TEKS. Any changes/alterations to
the activities may result in the elimination of any or all of the TEKS listed.
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130.54. Building Maintenance Technology
(2) Students will understand all aspects of contract documents, including
architectural, engineering and shop drawings and interpret, describe and
identify:
(a) types of drawings usually included in a set of plans and list the
information found on each type;
(b) lines used on construction drawings;
(c) electrical, mechanical, and plumbing symbols commonly used on plans;
(d) architectural symbols commonly used to present materials on plans;
(e) abbreviations commonly used on plans;
(f) plans, elevations, schedules, sections, and details contained in basic
construction drawings;
(g) the purpose of written specifications;
(h) the parts of a specification; and
(i) demonstrate how to perform a quantity takeoff for materials.
(3) Students select and install common roofing materials for residential and light
commercial projects and are expected to:
(a) identify the materials and methods used in roofing;
(b) explain the safety requirements for roof jobs;
(i) demonstrate the techniques for installing other selected types of roofing
materials.
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Interdisciplinary Correlations:
This lesson, as published, correlates to the following TEKS. Any changes/alterations to
the activities may result in the elimination of any or all of the TEKS listed.
110.xx(6) - Reading/vocabulary development
110.xx(6)(A)
...expand vocabulary through wide reading, listening, and discussing...
Instructor/Trainer
References:
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Instructor knowledge
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Goodheart-Willcox Company Inc., Modern Carpentry
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http://www.ehow.com/
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http://www.lowes.com/
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Other web resources
Instructional Aids:
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Build an Arbor Power Point Presentation.
Build an Arbor PowerPoint Slides
Build an Arbor Handouts
Build an Arbor Notes
Materials List
Specs (source: Lowe's)
Materials Needed:
1. 4 pressure treated 4 x 4's (10')
2. 10 pressure treated 2 x 4's (8')
3. 20 pressure treated lattice strips (8')
4. 2 5/4" pressure treated deck boards
5. 2 pressure treated arches 6. 1 pressure treated 1x6 (6')
7. 2 bottles of weatherproof glue
8. Weatherproof putty
9. 5# deck screws
10. 1# galvanized 8d finishing nails
11. Finishing tools: sandpaper, paint, primer (if needed).
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Equipment Needed:
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Computer
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Projector
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Tape measure
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Shelf or table to hold lumber
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Saw
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Sander
Learner
Paper and pen or pencil.
Safety equipment.
Introduction
Introduction (LSI Quadrant I):
Learning carpentry skills are important, not just for home improvement, but for building
projects.
(This project can be built for students to take home, or to sell and make money for class
trips and clubs. Projects, such as the arbor, can be placed in a mall or other location
and silent bids taken.)
Outline
Outline (LSI Quadrant II):
Write objectives on the board before class.
I. Introduction
A. Write objectives on board
B. Introduce
C. Answer any questions
II. Show PowerPoint
I. Safety first
II. The arbor
III. Equipment & supplies
IV. Steps in building
V. Teamwork
VI. Grading the finished product
VII. Finishing in time and under budget
III. Review steps and problems encountered
IV. Evaluation
Instructor Notes:
Bring in various types of
lumber materials for students
to view.
Instructors can use the
PowerPoint presentation,
handouts, and web link in
conjunction with the
following outline.
Discuss how to reduce
costs through lower grade
materials.
Explain cost (labor +
materials + time= cost/price
to charge).
Visit the local Lowe's or
other home building supply
store to
see if they will donate
materials to your program.
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Application
Guided Practice (LSI Quadrant III):
Review material and steps. Students break into teams and start work on the project.
Instructor goes around and answers questions.
Independent Practice (LSI Quadrant III):
Give each student their own lab activity worksheet. The student will perform the tasks
asked in a safe and timely manner and work with their teams.
Summary
Review (LSI Quadrants I and IV):
Ask the following:
What is an arbor?
What problems did you encounter that you had to try to solve before continuing
with the building of this project?
Evaluation
Informal Assessment (LSI Quadrant III):
Instructor should monitor while students are practicing. During this time, you may wish
to re-teach various elements of the lesson or teach in a different way.
Question students on What they are doing.
Formal Assessment (LSI Quadrant III, IV):
Grade students on teamwork and completed product.
Extension/Enrichment (LSI Quadrant IV):
Students that have mastered the lab assignment can use this concept to obtain proper
materials for future construction projects.
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