Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 05/25/93
ABC112 19936-20046	LEC	1 Credit(s)	1 Period(s)
Introduction to Sheet Metal Apprenticeship
History and development of apprenticeship programs in the sheet metal trade. Obligations and responsibilities of workers, employers and OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Admministration). Rules and guidelines for general job-site safety. Prerequisites: Indentured status with Associated Builders and Contractors Inc., or permission of the apprenticeship coordinator.

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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
ABC112   19936-20046	Introduction to Sheet Metal Apprenticeship

1.	Describe what is meant by "pride of workmanship" in the sheet metal trade. (I)
2.	Name the general applications of sheet metal fabrication. (II)
3.	List the basic materials used in sheet metal work. (III)
4.	Summarize the history and development of the sheet metal trade. (IV)
5.	Describe the development of the apprenticeship program. (V)
6.	Describe what is involved in becoming part of a sheet metal apprentice training program in the United States today. (VI)
7.	Describe the causes and results of on-the-job accidents. (VII)
8.	Explain the obligations and responsibilities of workers, employers and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). (VIII)
9.	Describe and explain rules and guidelines for general job-site safety. (IX)
10.	Describe and explain rules and guidelines for materials handling safety. (X)
11.	Describe and explain rules and guidelines for ladder and scaffold safety. (XI)
12.	Describe and explain safe practices for using hand tools and power tools. (XII)
13.	Explain what is meant by an "attitude of safety." (XIII)

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MCCCD Official Course Outline:
ABC112   19936-20046	Introduction to Sheet Metal Apprenticeship

I. Pride of workmanship A. Definition B. Characteristics II. Sheet metal fabrication A. Blueprint/cut sheet B. Layout C. Ductwork III. Materials and skills A. Galvanized B. Other materials C. Sheet metal mechanics IV. History of the trade A. Ancient times B. Middle ages C. Modern times 1. Barfolder 2. Terneplate 3. Cornice brake 4. Hand brake V. History of apprenticeship A. Guilds B. Masterpiece creation C. Journeyman VI. Modern apprenticeship training A. Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training (BAT) B. Apprenticeship today C. Apprenticeship in sheet metal D. Opportunities in sheet metal VII. On-the-Job Accidents A. Failure to communicate B. Poor work habits C. Alcohol and drug abuse D. Lack of skill E. Results VIII. Worker Obligations and OSHA A. Safety obligations B. OSHA regulations C. First aid and CPR IX. General job-side safety A. Dress for safety B. Eye and face protection C. Head protection D. Hearing protection E. Respiratory protection F. Lanyards and lifelines G. Housekeeping H. Trenches and excavation I. Falling objects J. Fire prevention K. Basic electrical safety L. Welding safety M. Concrete safety N. Working in confined spaces X. Materials handling safety A. Hazardous substances 1. Flammable and combustibles 2. Compressed gases 3. Systemic poisons 4. Corrosives 5. Toxic 6. Reactive 7. Irritants, dusts and fumes 8. Other B. Protection from hazardous substances 1. Injury 2. Illness XI. Ladder and Scaffold safety A. Ladder 1. Inspection checklist 2. Safe ladder use 3. Setting up a ladder B. Scaffold 1. Scaffold inspection checklist 2. Additional safety guidelines XII. Hand tools and power tools safety A. Hand tools 1. Hammers 2. Hand saws 3. Screwdrivers 4. Pliers 5. Wrenches 6. Snips 7. Chisels and punches 8. Other B. Power tools 1. Power tools safety guidelines 2. Circular power saws 3. Power drills 4. Power nailers and staplers 5. Screwguns 6. Power-actuated tools 7. Other XIII. "Attitude of Safety" A. Pride in your work B. Anticipating hazards C. Every day safety practices

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