CONSTRUCTION CRAFT LABORER 2 

This craft level is comprised of the following modules. Students may enroll for the entire craft level, or take a single module to focus on specific skills.  For more information contact training@abcnys.org


Vertical Formwork (Carpentry 3)
Covers the applications and construction methods for various types of forming and form hardware systems for walls, columns, and stairs, as well as slip forms, climbing forms, and shaft forms.  The module also provides on overview of the assembly, erection, and stripping of gang forms.

Horizontal Formwork (Carpentry 3)
Covers the types of elevated decks and the formwork systems and methods used in their construction.  It covers joist, pan, metal deck, and flat slab systems and provides instructions for the use of flying forms, as well as shoring and reshoring systems.

Elevated Work (Masonry 2)
Describes the basic types of scaffolding used in masonry construction.  Explains the requirements for the erection, inspection, and removal of scaffolding.  Safety requirements are emphasized.  Techniques for stocking and placing masonry units on elevated work spaces are presented.

Orientation to the Trade (Mobile Crane Operations 1)
Provides an overview of the entire course and highlights the duties and responsibilities of a mobile crane operator.  Discusses ANSI B30.5 and OSHA 550, as well as career opportunities and operator requirements.

Introduction to the Trade (Ironworking 1)
Discusses the historical development of the ironworking trade.  Explains personal qualities that contribute to successful employment.  Describes the organization and purpose of apprenticeship training, and the safety obligations of the employer and employee.

Electrical Safety (Electrical 1) 
Covers safety rules and regulations for electricians.  Teaches the necessary precautions to take for various electrical hazards found on the job.  Also teaches the OSHA-mandated lockout/tagout procedure.

Introduction to Light Equipment (Carpentry 4)
Introduces various pieces of light construction equipment commonly used at a construction site, including the aerial life, skid steer loader, trencher, electric power generator, compressor, compactor, and forklift.  Provides an overview of general safety, operation, and maintenance procedures is given for each type of equipment cover.

 

Oxyfuel Cutting (Welding 1)
Explains the safety requirements for oxyfuel cutting.  Identifies oxyfuel cutting equipment and setup requirements.  Explains how to light, adjust, and shut down oxyfuel equipment.  Trainees will perform cutting techniques that include straight line, piercing, bevels, washing, and gouging.

Masonry in High-Rise Construction (Masonry 3)
Describes the activities involved in organizing and implementing the construction of high-rise buildings.  Focuses on the masonry construction techniques used in high-rise construction.  Emphasizes safety and logistics.

Pipe Laying and Culvert/Below-Grade (Highway/Heavy Const.)
Discusses the below-grade construction processes that are necessary to perform highway/heavy construction.  Covers excavation support systems, excavation safety, underground piping materials and fittings, joining methods for underground pipe, box culverts, and catch basins.

Environmental Site Preparation/Earthmoving (Highway/Heavy Const.)
Describes the necessary procedures for preparing ground for highway/heavy construction. Explains soil basics, including terminology, identification, and classification . Addresses earthmoving operations, such as laying out slopes and grades, site excavation, and hauling, along with methods of stabilizing soils.

Basic Asphalt/Paving (Highway/Heavy Const.)
Explains how to perform hot mix asphalt paving and concrete paving. Provides descriptions for asphalt pavers and all equipment required to perform paving. Discusses concrete paving equipment such as concrete pavers, slip-form pavers, and texture/curing machines.

Hydrostatic and Pneumatic Testing (Pipelayer)
Discusses methods for preparing pressure and gravity systems for testing, including cleaning and inspecting pipe systems. Describes methods for testing pressure and gravity systems, including vacuum testing of concrete manholes.


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