BCTI 160 - Introduction to Site Layout

1. Investigate the site layout trade and related tasks. Demonstrate the use of the builder’s level and leveling rods, as well as the equipment and procedures for making distance measurements by taping (chaining). Explain the elements of professional conduct, safety, and communications. Describe the aspects of an apprenticeship program and the career path and professional opportunities related to the site layout trade.
2. Examine the metric system, including how to convert between English and metric system units. Describe basic concepts for working with formulas and equations, as well as the basic concepts of geometry and right-angle trigonometry.
3. Describe the use and care of tools and instruments commonly used to perform site survey work. Discuss the instruments and procedures used for making distance measurements electronically and for performing differential leveling and basic horizontal and vertical angular measurements. Follow guidelines for recording surveying measurement data in field notes.
4. Discuss the techniques for reading and using blueprints and specifications, with an emphasis placed on those drawings and types of information that are relevant to the site layout trade.
5. Attain readiness to take NCCER Site Layout certification exams.

• Introduction to Site Layout
• Surveying Math
• Survey Equipment Use and Care One
• Blueprint Reading for Surveyors

 
GRADING POLICY
Students must score 70 percent or higher on all module examinations to receive recognition from NCCER. Students must also complete each performance task to the satisfaction of the instructor to receive recognition from NCCER. If either of the above requirements are not met the student will forfeit NCCER certification and will receive a one letter grade reduction for the class.
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