Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
PUBLIC TECHNICAL-VOCATIONAL
HIGH SCHOOLS

Unit of Competency: FABRICATE FORMWORKS

Module No.: 2

Module Title: Fabricating Formworks

HOW TO USE THIS MODULE

Welcome to the Module Fabricating Formworks. This module
contains training materials and activities and activities for you to
complete.
The unit of competency Fabricate Formworks contains the
knowledge, skills and attitudes for a Carpentry NC II course.
You are required to go through a series of learning activities
in order to complete each of the learning outcomes of the module. In
each learning outcomes there are Information Sheets, Job Sheets,
and Operation Sheets. Follow these activities on our own and answer
the Self-Check at the end of each learning activity.

If you have questions, dont hesitate to ask your facilitator

assistance.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
You may already have some or most of the knowledge and skills
covered in this module because you have:

been working for some time

already completed training in this area
If you can demonstrate to your teacher that you are competent
in a particular skill or skills, talk to him/her about having them
formally recognized so you dont have to do the same training again. If
you have a qualification or Certificate of Competency form previous
training shows it to your teacher. If the skills you acquired are still
current and from relevant module, they may become part of the
evidence you can present for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). If
you are not sure about the status/progress of your skill, discuss this
with your trainer.
After completing this module, ask your teacher to assess your
competency. Result of your assessment will be recorded in your
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competency profile. All the learning activities are designed for you to
complete at your own pace.
In this module, you will find the activities for you to complete
followed by relevant information sheets for each learning outcome.
Each learning outcome may have more than one learning activity

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Program / Course

ROUGH CARPENTRY NC II

Unit of Competency FABRICATE FORMWORKS

MODULE

FABRICATING FORMWORKS

INTRODUCTION:
This module contains information and suggested learning
activities on Carpentry II. It includes instruction and procedure on
how to Fabricate Formworks.
Completion of this module will help you better understand the
succeeding module on Installing Formwork Components.
This module consists of three learning outcomes. Each learning
outcome contains learning activities supported by instruction sheets.
Before you perform the instructions, read the information sheets and
answer the self-check and activities provided to ensure that you have
acquired the knowledge necessary to perform the skill portion of the
particular learning outcome.
Upon completing this module, report to your instructor to check
your achievement of knowledge and skills requirements of this
module. If you pass the assessment, you will be given a certificate of
completion.
SUMMARY OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:
Upon completing this module you should be able to:
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LO1.

Prepare materials, tools and equipment for

formworks.
LO2. Lay out dimension of form sheeting and stiffeners.
LO3. Assemble form panels.

fabricating

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
Refer to assessment criteria of learning outcomes 1-3 of this
module.
PREREQUISITES:
None

Program / Course

ROUGH CARPENTRY NC II

Unit of Competency

FABRICATE FORMWORKS

Module Title

FABRICATING FORMWORKS

LEARNING OUTCOME 2 Lay out and cut to dimension form

sheeting and stiffeners.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
1. Form sheeting and stiffeners are measured and carried
according to job specifications.
2. Form sheeting and stiffener are laid out and cut with tolerance
of 3mm for all measurement.
3. Form sheeting and stiffeners for column, beam and wall, slab
are consistent with standard spacing for studs or nailer with
tolerance
of mm .o.c
4. Unexpected situations are well responded to based on company
rules and regulations.
5. Housekeeping is performed according to safety regulation

References:
References, tools, (equipment, etc- They should conform to the
contextual Learning Matrix (Refer to the conditions of the
Competency Based Curriculum)

LEARNING ACTIVITIES/ EXPERIENCES

LO2. Lay out and cut the dimension of form sheeting and stiffener
Learning Activities
Special Instruction
1. Read Information Sheet 2-1 Information Sheet 2-1
on Laying out and cutting to
dimension of Form sheeting
and stiffeners.
1. Accomplish Self-Check 2-1
Answer the Self-Check
2. Compare your answers key
without looking at the answer
2-1
key.
3. If you miss some items, go
back to the information
Refer to Answer key 2-1
sheet and self-check again.
4. When ready, you can
If you find difficulty, ask for
proceed to the next activity.
the assistance from your
5. Perform job sheet 2-1 on
teacher
Laying-out and cutting the
required dimensions of form
sheeting and stiffeners.
6. When prepared, you can
proceed to the next activity.

INFORMATION SHEET 2-1

Lay out and cut to dimension, form sheeting and
stiffeners
You will acquire the basic knowledge in lay outing and cutting of
forms, materials.

SAFE and EFFECTIVE USE OF POWER and HAND TOOLS

TOOLS FOR LAYOUTING SHEETING
Pull push rule
Dont pull out the maximum length of the rule so that you
will not destroy the tool
Try Square
Dont use this tool for driving nails
Claw Hammer
Avoid pulling bigger nails
Chalk line
Take care of its chord and always check the oil

Note: Always use tools and equipments according to their uses and
functions to prolong their life.

ECONOMIC USE OF MATERIALS

Tips for avoiding waste of construction materials.
-Study carefully the plan and detailed drawing.
-From the given detailed drawing, study its different parts,
including their sizes.
- When cutting lumbers, always refer to the schedule of cutting
-Always determine the methods of measurement used in the plan for
marking
-Always remember the principles for cutting measure twice and cut
once
-In cutting lumber and plywood, always use effective tools.

SELF-CHECK

2-1

LO2 Lay-Out and Cut to dimension of Form Sheeting and

Stiffeners
Directions: Write the letter of your chosen answer on your answer
sheet.
1. In the absence of circular saw, the alternative tool that may be
used for ripping plywood is
a. back saw
b. cross cut saw
c. key hole saw
d. rip saw
2. Claw hammer is used for
a. driving cold chisel
b. pulling and driving nails
c. driving chisel
d. all of the above
3. To avoid waste materials,

a. always refer to schedule before cutting

b. always ask the teacher the quantity of parts to the cut
c. apply the direct counting method
d. all of the above
4. To avoid waste construction materials
a. carefully study the plan and specification
b. determine the schedule of cutting
c. use appropriate PPE
d. all of the above
5. How does method of cutting affect the efficiency of work?
a. it affects the fitting of parts
b. it increases or decreases the dimension
c. it lessens the strength of form when assembled
d. all of the above

JOB SHEET 2-1

Tools: Pencil, Chalk line, Straight edge, working bench, Cross cut saw,
Try square, wooden plane
Materials: -12 pcs 2x28 good lumber
- 1 pc ordinary plywood
- kilo Icwn
- 2 kilo 3cwn
- 1 kilo 2cwn
Equipment:
- Circular saw (optional)
Note: Ask the plan and details from your teacher

Procedure:
1. Read and interpret plan and details
2. Prepare tools and materials needed per job requirements
3. Adopt the schedule for cutting , mark 2x2 lumber for the
frame.(remember the method of measurement used)
4. Determine the plywood to be cut.(always)
5. Locate the sizes of the forms to the plywood at both ends
then using your chalk line, mark the boundaries to be cut.
6. Cut the mark lines (2x2 w/ plywood)
Observe safety while cutting
Note: If you use circular saw for cutting plywood, ask the
Permission of your teacher
7. After cutting, arrange and classify cut members ready for
Assembling
8. Perform good house keeping
9. Ask your teacher to evaluate your work based on the
following Criteria:
Workmanship
= 60%
Accuracy
= 10%
Speed
= 10%
Safety
= 10%
Proper handling
= 10%
Of tools and materials
100%

ANSWER KEY

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SELF-CHECK
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

2-1

B
B
A
A
D

ANDREW C. INDIC

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