TESDA-OP CO-01-F11

(Rev.No.00-03/08/17)

COMPETENCY-BASED CURRICULUM

A. Course Design

Course Title: HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATION - HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR

Nominal Duration: 156 Hours

Qualification Level: NC II

Course Description: This course is designed to equip individual with the basic,
common and core competencies in Construction Sector
particularly in Heavy Equipment Operation – Hydraulic Excavator.

Trainee Entry Requirements:

 At least 18 years of age
 Physically and mentally fit
 With good moral character
 Must be able to communicate both orally and in writing
 Must be able to perform basic mathematical computation

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Course Structure
Basic Competencies
No. of Hours: (18 hrs.)

Unit of Competency Module Title Learning Outcomes Nominal

Duration
1. Participate in workplace 1.1 Participating in 1.1.1 Obtain and convey 4 hours
communication workplace workplace
communication information
1.1.2 Complete relevant
work related
documents.
1.1.3 Participate in
workplace meeting
and discussion.
2. Work in a team 2.1 Working in a team 2.1.1 Describe and 4 hrs.
environment environment identify team role
and responsibility
in a team.
2.1.2 Describe work as a
team.
3. Practice career 3.1 Practicing career 3.1.1 Integrate personal 6 hrs.
professionalism professionalism objectives with
organizational
goals
3.1.2 Set and meet
work priorities
3.1.3 Maintain
professional
growth and
development
4. Practice occupational 4.1 Practicing 4.1.1 Identity hazards 4 hrs.
health and safety occupational health and risks
and safety 4.1.2 Evaluate hazards
and risks
4.1.3 Control hazards
and risks
4.1.4 Maintain
occupational
health and safety
awareness

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 Common Competencies
No. of Hours: (18 hrs.)

Unit of Competency Module Title Learning Outcomes Nominal

Duration
1. Prepare Construction 1.1 Preparing 1.1.1 Identify materials 2 hrs.
Materials and Tools Construction and tools
Materials and Tools. applicable to a
specific
construction job.
1.1.2 Request appropriate
materials and tools.
1.1.3 Receive and inspect
materials.
2. Observe procedures, 2.1 Observing 2.1.1 Identify, access, and 2 hrs.
specifications and procedures, interpret
manuals of instructions specifications and Specification
manuals of manuals.
instructions. 2.1.2 Apply information in
manual
2.1.3 Store manuals.
3. Interpret technical 3.1 Interpret technical 3.1.1 Analyze signs, 4 hrs.
drawings and plans drawings and plans symbols and data.
3.1.2 Interpret technical
drawings and plans
3.1.3 Apply freehand
sketching
4. Perform mensuration 4.1 Performing 4.1.1 Carry out 4 hrs.
and calculation mensuration and measurements and
calculations calculations.
4.1.2 Select measuring
instruments.
5. Maintain tools and 5.1 Maintaining tools 5.1.1 Check condition of 4 hrs.
equipment. and equipment. tools and
equipment.
5.1.2 Perform basic
preventive
maintenance
5.1.3 Store tools and
equipment
5.1.4 Sharpen edge of the
tooth of cutting tools

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 Core Competencies
No. of Hours :(120 hrs.)

Unit of Competency Module Title Learning Outcomes Nominal

Duration
1. Perform pre- and post- 1.1. Performing pre- 1.1.1 Explain the 24 hrs
operation procedures and post-operation importance and
for hydraulic excavator procedures for procedure in
operation. hydraulic excavator performing visual
operation. check of equipment.
1.1.2 Identify the
different
component and
parts of hydraulic
excavator.
1.1.3 Observe rules
and regulations,
safety in operation
of hydraulic
excavator
1.1.4 Perform
“BLOWAF” check on
hydraulic excavator
1.1.5 Perform pre & post
- operation
procedure.
2. Perform productive 2.1 Performing 2.1.1 Observe rules and 72hrs
operation for productive regulations safety
Hydraulic Excavator operation for procedure in loading
(backhoe) Hydraulic Excavator excavator equipment
(backhoe) to Truck/Trailer (Low
bed).
2.1.2 Load excavator
equipment to
Truck/Trailer (Low
bed).
2.1.3 Unload equipment
from Truck/Trailer
(Low bed).
2.1.4 Move the
excavator equipment
to the worksite.
2.1.5 Perform
excavation work.
2.1.6 Perform loading
operation.
2.1.7 Perform lifting and
dumping operation.
3. Perform preventive 3. Performing 3.1.1 Explain the 24hrs
maintenance preventive principles and
servicing for hydraulic maintenance procedures of
excavator. servicing for hydraulic excavator
hydraulic excavator. equipment
preventive
maintenance.
3.1.2 Perform
adjustments/replace
ments on hydraulic
excavator.
3.1.3 Perform basic

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 preventive
maintenance b
servicing (PMS) on
Hydraulic Excavator
3.1.4 Prepare hydraulic
excavator equipment
operation reports.

Assessment Methods:
The assessment methods shall adhere to the training design and directed by the
principles of Competency-Based Training. The following assessment methods will be used to
measure the students’ improvements on the qualification:
 Direct observation
 Written exam
 Oral examination
 Demonstration

Course Delivery:
 Lecture
 Modular (self-paced)
 Power Point Presentation
 Demonstration

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Resources:

(List of recommended tools, equipment and materials for the training of

(25) trainees for (Heavy Equipment Operation-Hydraulic Excavator NCII).

TOOLS EQUIPMENT MATERIALS

QTY QTY QTY
1 set  Wrenches (box and 1 unit  Hydraulic 5 kls.  Multi-purpose
open-end 8-24 mm- excavator(MO grease
metric & 7/16 –1” A / rental)
-English )
1 set  Hammer ballpeen (3-4 1 unit  Low bed trailer 4 liters  Engine oil
lbs) with tractor ( SAE 15w40)
head &
operator
(MOA/rental)
1 set  Pliers( mechanical 10 “) 1 unit  Vacuum cleaner 20  Hydraulic/steerin
liters g fluid (TELLUS
68/10W)
1 pc  Adjustable wrench (18 “) 1 unit Portable electric 10  Final drive/
air liters differential (gear
compressor oil GP90/ 140)
1 pc  Grease gun 10  Transmission oil
liters (ATF)
1 set  Screw driver ( 10 “ flat & 4 liters  Wat
Philips) er coolant
1 pc  Putty knife 200  Diesel fuel
liters
1 pc  Pry bar 5 pcs.  Battery distilled
(heavy duty) water
1 pc  Pipe wrench (12”) 1 set  Primary &
secondary air
filter
1 pc  Vise grip (12 “) 1 set  Primary
&secondary fuel
filter
1 pc.  Water separator
1 set  Belts (air-con,
water pump and
alternator)
2  Penetrating oil
cans (250 ml)
2 kilos  Cotton rugs
5 liters  Cleaning solvent
1 set  Cleaning tool
(one each kind)
1 pair  Working clothes
10  Safety shoes
pairs
10  Gloves
pairs
10 pcs  Goggles
10 pcs  Dust mask
10 pcs  Hard hats
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 TOOLS EQUIPMENT MATERIALS
QTY QTY QTY
1 pc  Operator’s
Manual

TRAINING FACILITIES:
The hydraulic excavator operation workshop must be made of reinforced concrete or
steel structure. The size must be suited on the requirements of the competencies. The class
size of 25 students/trainees is reserved for the lecture room and the practical demonstration
area for carrying out minor Hydraulic Excavator parts maintenance. Most of the learning
activities are performed individually in the students/trainees work area.

SPACE REQUIREMENT SIZE IN METERS AREA IN SQ. TOTAL AREA

METERS IN SQ. METERS
 Student/Trainee’s Working 2.0 x 2.0 m. 4 sq.m per 100.0 sq.m.
Space student
 Lecture Room 8.00 x 6.00 48.00 48.0
 Learning Resource Center 4.00 x 6.00 24.00 24.0
0
 Facilities/Equipment/ - - 52
Circulation Area
TOTAL WORK AREA - 224
Working field 200 Sq. m.

INSTRUCTORS/ TRAINERS QUALIFICATION:

 Holder of HEO-Hydraulic Excavator NC II
 Must have undergone training on Training Methodology I (TM I).
 Holder of NTTC – HEO-Hydraulic Excavator NC II
 Must be physically and mentally fit.

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 Modules of Instruction

BASIC COMPETENCIES

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Unit of Competency : PARTICIPATE IN WORKPLACE COMMUNICATION

Modules Title: PARTICIPATING IN WORKPLACE COMMUNICATION

Module Descriptor: This module covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes re-
quired to obtain, interpret and convey information in
re- sponse to workplace requirements.

Nominal Duration: 4 hours

Summary of Learning Outcomes:

LO1. Obtain and convey workplace information
LO2. Complete relevant work related documents.
LO3. Participate in workplace meeting and discussion

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Details of Learning Outcomes:

LO1. OBTAIN AND CONVEY WORKPLACE INFORMATION.

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Specific  P The students/   Written test
relevant arts of trainees must discussion  Practical/
information is speech be provided  performance
accessed from  S with the  L test
appropriate entence following: ecture  Interview
sources. construction
2. Effective  E  Writing
questioning, ffective materials
active listening communicati (pen &
and speaking on paper)
skills are used  References
to gather and (books)
convey  Manuals
information.
3. Appropriate
medium is used
to transfer
information and
ideas.
4. Appropriate
non-verbal
communication
is used.
5. Appropriate
lines of
communication
with superiors
and colleagues
are identified
and followed.
6. Defined
workplace
procedures for
the location and
storage of
information are
used.
7. Personal
interaction is
carried out
clearly and
concisely.

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LO2 . COMPLETE RELEVANT WORK RELATED DOCUMENTS.

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Ranges of  B The students/   Written test
forms relating to asic trainees must discussion  Practical
conditions of mathematics be provided   /performance
employment are  T with the  test
completed echnical following:  Interview
accurately and writing
legibly.  T  Paper
2. Workplace data ypes of forms  Pencils/
is recorded on ball pen
standard  Reference
workplace books
forms and  Manuals
documents.
3. Basic
mathematical
processes are
used for routine
calculations.
4. Errors in
recording
information on
forms and
documents are
identified and
rectified.
5. Reporting
requirements to
superior are
completed
according to
enterprise
guidelines.

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LO3 . PARTICIPATE IN WORKPLACE MEETINGS AND DISCUSSIONS

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Team meetings  Sen The students/  G  Written test
are attended on tence trainees must roup  Practical/
time. construction be provided discussions performance
2. Own opinions  Tec with the  In test
are clearly hnical writing following: teraction  Interview
expressed and  Rec  L
those of others ording  Paper
ecture
are listened to information  Pencils/
without ball pen
interruption.  References
3. Meeting inputs (books)
are consistent  Manuals
with the
meeting
purpose and
established
protocols.
4. Workplace
interactions are
conducted in a
courteous
manner
appropriate to
cultural
background and
authority in the
enterprise
procedures.
5. Questions
about simple
routine
workplace
procedures and
matters
concerning
conditions of
employment are
asked and
responded.
6. Meeting
outcomes are
interpreted and
implemented.

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BASIC COMPETENCY: TEAM WORK

Unit of Competency: WORK IN A TEAM ENVIRONMENT

Modules Title: WORKING IN A TEAM ENVIRONMENT

Module Descriptor: This module covers the knowledge, skills, and attitudes
required to relate in a work based environment.

Nominal Duration: 4 hours

Summary of Learning Outcomes:

LO1. Describe and identify team role and responsibility in
a team.
LO2. Describe work as a team.

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Details of Learning Outcomes:

LO 1. DESCRIBE AND IDENTIFY TEAM ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITY IN A TEAM.

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Role and  Team role. The students/  Group  Written test
objective of the  Relationship trainees must discussion/  Observation
team is identified. and be provided interaction  Simulation
2. Team responsibiliti with the  Case studies  Role playing
parameters, es following:  Simulation
relationships and  Role and
responsibilities are responsibiliti  Standard
identified. es with operating
3. Individual role team procedure
and responsibilities environment (SOP) of
within team . workplace
environment are  Relationship  Job
identified. within a procedures
4. Roles and team.  Client/supp
responsibilities of lier
other team instructions
members are  Quality
identified and standards
recognized.  Organizatio
5. Reporting nal or
relationships within external
team and external personnel
to team are
identified.

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LO2 . DESCRIBE WORK AS A TEAM MEMBER
Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment
Criteria Methods
1. Appropriate  C The  Group  Observation of
forms of ommunicati students/train discussion work activities
communication on process ees must be /interaction  Observation
and interactions  T provided with  Case through
are undertaken. eam the following: studies simulation or
2. Appropriate structure/tea  SOP
 of Simulatio role-play
contributions to m roles workplace n  Case studies
complement  G  Job and scenarios.
team activities roup procedures
and objectives planning  Organization
were made. and or external
3. Reporting using decision- personnel
standard making
operating
procedures
followed.
4. Development of
teamwork plans
based from role
team were
contributed

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Unit of Competency:
Modules Title:
Module Descriptor:
specifically, to
organizational goals set
maintain professional growth
Nominal Duration:
Summary of Learning Outcomes:
PRACTICE CAREER PROFESSIONALISM
PRACTICING CAREER PROFESSIONALISM
This module covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes in
promoting career growth and advancement,
integrate personal objectives with
and meet work priorities and
and development.
6 hours
LO1. Integrate personal objectives with organizational
goals
LO2. Set and meet work priorities
LO3. Maintain professional growth and development
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Details of Learning Outcomes:

LO1. INTEGRATE PERSONAL OBJECTIVES WITH ORGANIZATIONAL GOALS

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Personal  P  
Workplace In  Role play
growth and ersonal  teractive
Code of  Interview
work plans development ethics -lecture  Written
towards -social  
Organization Si examination
improving the aspects: intra al goals mulation
qualifications and  
Handouts D
set for interpersonal and emonstration
professionalism development Personal  S
are evident.  O developmen elf-paced
2. Intra and rganizational t-social instruction
interpersonal goals aspects
relationship in  P  Power point
the course of ersonal présentation
managing hygiene and s
oneself based practices
on performance  C
evaluation is ode of ethics
maintained.
3. Commitment to
the organization
and its goal is
demonstrated in
the
performance of
duties.
4. Practice of
appropriate
personal
hygiene is
observed.
5. Job targets
within key result
areas are
attained.

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LO2 . SET AND MEET WORK PRIORITIES

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Competing  Organizatio  
Workplace In  Role play
demands to nal Key  teractive
Code of  Interview
achieve Result ethics -lecture  Written
personal, team Areas  
Organization Si examination
and (KRA) al goals mulation
organizational  Work values  
Handouts D
goals and and ethical and emonstration
objectives are standards Personal  S
prioritized.  Company developmen elf-paced
2. Resources are policies on t-social instruction
utilized efficiently the use and aspects
and effectively to maintenanc  Power point
manage work e of présentation
priorities and equipment s
commitments.
3. Practices and
economic use
and
maintenance of
equipment and
facilities are
followed as per
established
procedures.
4. Job targets
within key result
areas are
attained.

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LO3 . MAINTAIN PROFESSIONAL GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Training and  Qualification  Quality  Interactiv  Demonstr
career standards standards e lecture ation interview
opportunities  Gender and  GAD  Film  Written
relevant to the developmen handouts viewing examination
job requirements t (GAD)  Power  Role  Portfolio
are identified sensitivity point play/simulation assessment
and availed.  Professional presentatio
2. Licenses and/or ism in the ns
certifications workplace  Profession
according to the  List of al licence
requirements of professional simples
the qualifications licenses
are acquired and
maintained
3. Fundamental
rights at work
including gender
sensitivity are
manifested/
observed
4. Training and
career
opportunities
based on the
requirements of
industry are
completed and
updated.

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Unit of Competency:
Modules Title:
Module Descriptor:
organizational re-
and safety such as
maintaining occupational health
awareness.
Nominal Duration:
Summary of Learning Outcomes:
PRACTICE OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY
PROCEDURES
PRACTICING OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY
PROCEDURES
This module covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes re-
quired to comply with the regulatory and
quirements for occupational health
identifying, evaluating and
and safety (OHS)
4 hours
LO1. Identity hazards and risks
LO2. Evaluate hazards and risks
LO3. Control hazards and risks
LO4. Maintain occupational health and safety awareness
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Details of Learning Outcomes:

LO1 . IDENTITY HAZARDS AND RISKS

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Workplace  Hazards The  Interactive  Situation
hazards and and risks students/ -lecture analysis
risks are identification trainees  Simulation  Interview
identified and and control must be  Symposium  Practical
clearly  Organizatio provided  Group examination
explained. nal safety with the dynamics  Written
and health examination
2. Hazards/risks following:
protocol
and its
 Threshold
corresponding 
limit value
indicators are 
(TLV)
identified in protective
 OHS
with the equipment
indicators
company (PPE)
procedures. 
guides
3. Contingency

measures are o
recognized and onal
established in safety and
accordance health
with protocol
organizational o
procedures. indicators
o
limit value
o
sk
identificati
on and
control

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 présentation

LO2 . EVALUATE HAZARDS AND RISKS

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Terms of  TLV The students/   Interview
maximum trainees must  Practical
table lecture
be provided examination
tolerable limits  Philipp with the 
are identified ine OHS following analysis  Written
based on examination
standards Hand outs on 
threshold limit  Effects 
values (TLV) o Philippine
of hazards 
2. Effects of OHS
in the standards dynamics
hazards are workplace
determined. o Effects of
 Ergon
3. OHS issues hazards in
omics the
and concerns are  EGG workplace
identified in Regulation o Ergonomics
accordance with s
workplace o EGG
requirements and regulations
relevant TLV table
workplace OHS
Power point
legislation. présentation

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LO3 . CONTROL HAZARDS AND RISKS

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. OHS The   Interview
Safety
procedures for students/train lecture  Practical
regulations
controlling hazards ees must be  examination
and risk are strictly o Clean air act provided with   Written
followed. the following:  examination
o Electrical and
2. Procedures in dynamics
dealing with fire safety
 Hand outs 
workplace code
on instruction
accidents, fire and o Waste o
emergencies are management Regulations
followed in o
accordance with o Disaster
preparednes o
the organization’s and fire
OHS policies. s and
management safety code
3. Personal o
protective  Contingency managemen
equipment (PPE) is measures and t
correctly used in procedures o
accordance with
preparednes
organization’s OHS
s and
procedures and
managemen
practices.
t
4. Procedures in
o
providing
appropriate measures
assistance in the and
event of workplace procedures
emergencies are  OHS
identified in line personal
with the established records
organizational  PPE
protocol.  Power
point
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 présentation

LO4 . MAINTAIN OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY AWARENESS

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
.1. Procedures in  O  
Workplace In  Demonstration
emergency perational  PPEteractive  Interview
related drill are health and  OHSlecture  Written
strictly followed safety personal  Si examination
in line with the procedure, records mulation  Portfolio
established practices  
Power point S assessment
organization and présentation ymposium
guidelines and regulations  
Health Fil
procedures.  E record m viewing
2. OHS personal mergency-  G
records are filled related drills roup dynamics
up in and training
accordance with
workplace
requirements.
3. PPE are
maintained in
line with
organization
guidelines and
procedures.

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 Modules of Instruction

COMMON COMPETENCY

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Unit of Competency : PREPARE CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS AND TOOLS

Modules Title: PREPARING CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS AND

TOOLS

Module Descriptor: This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes in iden-
tifying, requesting and receiving construction
materials and tools based on the required performance
standards.

Nominal Duration: 2 hours

Summary of Learning Outcomes:

LO1. Identify materials and tools applicable to a specific
construction job.
LO2. Request appropriate materials and tools.
LO3. Receive and inspect materials.

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Details of Learning Outcomes:

LO1. IDENTIFY MATERIALS AND TOOLS APPLICABLE TO A SPECIFIC CONSTRUCTION

JOB.

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Tools and  Types Students/train  Lecture -  Oral
materials are and uses of ees must be Demonstration questioning
identified as per job construction provided with  Self-paced  Direct
requirements materials the following: Instruction observation
2. Tools are and tools  Group  Written test
classified according  Descrip  Workplace Discussion
to its function as tion of location  Power point
per job materials  Materials presentation
requirements. and tools relevant to
3. Materials are  Listing the unit of
classified according of materials competenc
to its uses to a as per y
specific company  Materials
construction standards. and tools
project. o Electrical
4. Tools and o Structural
materials are o Welding
selected as per job o Masonry
requirement. o Carpentry
o Plumbing
o Pipefitting
 Materials
and tools
different
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 brand
names,
size,
capacity
and kind of
application.
 Handouts/I
nstructional
Materials

LO2 . REQUEST APPROPRIATE MATERIALS AND TOOLS

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Needed  Different Students  Lecture - Oral questioning
materials and forms /trainees must Demonstration Direct
tools listed as o Job order be provided  Self-paced observation
per job slip with the Instruction Written test
requirement. o Tools and following:  Group
2. Materials materials Discussion
and tools are requisition  Sample of
requested slip company
according to the o Borrower’s standard in
list prepared. Slip tools and
3. Requests  Requisition materials
are done as per procedures requisition.
company  Job order
standard form
operating  Requisition
procedures slip
(SOP)  Borrowers
4. Materials slip
and tools are  Handouts/I
substituted and nstructional
provided Materials
unavailable
without
sacrificing cost
and quality of
work.

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LO3 . RECEIVE AND INSPECT MATERIALS.

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Received  P Students/train  Lecture -  Oral
and inspected rocedures in ees must be Demonstration questioning
materials and receiving provided with  Self-paced  Direct
tools as per tools and the following: Instruction observation
quantity and materials  Group  Written test
specification  P  Sa Discussion
based on roper mple of
requisition. inspection of company
2. Tools and tools and standard in
materials are materials tools and
checked for received. materials in
damages and  P receiving
manufacturing roper materials.
defects. handling of  Ins
3. Materials tools and pection
and tools materials. Checklist
received are  Ma
handled with terials
appropriate Handling
safety devices. Safety
4. Materials Devices
and tools are set  Inv
aside to entory Form
appropriate Handouts/In
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 location nearest structional
to the workplace. Materials

Unit of Competency : OBSERVE PROCEDURES, SPECIFICATIONS AND

MANUALS OF INSTRUCTIONS

Modules Title: OBSERVING PROCEDURES, SPECIFICATIONS AND

MANUALS OF INSTRUCTIONS MODULE
DESCRIPTOR:

Module Descriptor: This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes on
identifying, interpreting, applying services to specifi-
cations and manuals and storing manuals.

Nominal Duration: 2 hours

Summary of Learning Outcomes:

LO1. Identify, access, and interpret specification/manuals.
LO2. Apply information in manual.
LO3. Store manuals.

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Details of Learning Outcomes:

LO1. IDENTIFY, ACCESS, AND INTERPRET SPECIFICATION/MANUALS.

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Manuals are  Types Students  Classroo  Practical Exam
identified and of manuals /trainees must m  Oral Exam
accessed as used in be provided discussions/L  Written test/
per job constructio with the ecture questioning
requirements. n sector following:  Self-
2. Version and  Differen paced
date of manual t types of  Cl
are checked to symbols. assroom
ensure that  Accessi for
correct ng discussion
specification information  Ma
and procedures and data. nuals/catal
are identified. ogues
3. Relevant relative to
sections, constructio
chapters of n sector.
specifications/m  Ins
anuals are tructional
located in materials

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 relation to the
work to be
conducted.
4. Information and
procedure in
the manual are
interpreted in
accordance
with industry
practices.

LO2. APPLY INFORMATION IN MANUAL.

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. W  Manual Students  Demonstr  Practical Exam
ork steps are /specificatio /trainees must ation  Oral Exam
correctly n be provided  Classroo  Written test/
identified in application. with the m discussions questioning
accordance with following:  Self-
manufacturer’s paced
specification.  Cl
2. M assroom
anual data are for
applied discussion
according to the  Ma
given task. nuals
3. A  W
djustments are orkplace
interpreted in Location
accordance with  Me
information asuring
contained on the Instrument
manual or s
specifications. o Engineer’s
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 transit
o Tape
Measure
o Feeler
gauge
 Ins
tructional
materials

LO3. STORE MANUALS.

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Manual or  Manual Students  Demonstr  Practical exam
specification is Handling /trainees must ation  Direct
stored be provided  Classroo observation
appropriately to with the m discussions  Written
prevent damage, following:  Self- test/questioning
ready access paced .
and updating of  Cl
information when assroom for
required in discussion.
accordance with  Ma
company nuals
requirements.  St
ore
Rooms/Libr
ary
 Ins
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 tructional
materials

Unit of Competency : INTERPRET TECHNICAL DRAWINGS AND

PLANS

Modules Title: INTERPRETING TECHNICAL DRAWINGS AND

PLANS

Module Descriptor: This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes
on analyzing and interpreting symbols, data and
work plan based on the required
performance standard.

Nominal Duration: 4 hours

Summary of Learning Outcomes:

LO1. Analyze signs, symbols and data.

LO2. Interpret technical drawings and plans

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 LO3. Apply freehand sketching

Details of Learning Outcomes:

LO1. ANALYZE SIGNS, SYMBOLS AND DATA.

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Sign, symbols,  Drawin Students  Demonstr  Practical exam
and data are g symbols /trainees must ation  Direct
identified according and signs be provided  Classroo observation
to job  Trade with the m discussions  Written
specifications. mathematics following:  Self- test/questioning
2. Sign, symbols paced
and data are  Cl
determined assroom for
according to discussion
classification or  W
as appropriate orkplace
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 in drawing. Location
 Me
asuring
Instruments
o Architect/
Engineer’s
scale
o Tape
Measure
 Blu
eprints of
plan
o Architectur
al
o Structural
o Electrical
o Mechanic
al
o Plumbing
 Ins
tructional
materials

LO2. INTERPRET TECHNICAL DRAWINGS AND PLANS

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Necessary tools,  Basic Students  Demonstr  Practical exam
materials and Technical /trainees must ation  Direct
equipment are drawing be provided  Classroo observation
identified  Technic with the m discussions  Written test/
according to the al plans and following:  Self- questioning
plan. Schematic paced
2. Components, Diagram  Cl
assemblies or  Symbol assroom for
object are
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 recognized as s and discussion
per job Abbreviation  W
requirement. s orkplace
3. Dimensions and Location
specification are  Me
identified asuring
according to job Instruments
requirements o Architect/
Engineer’
s scale
o Tape
Measure
 Blu
eprints of
plan
o Architect
ural
o Structural
o Electrical
o Mechanic
al
o Plumbing
 Instructional
materials

LO3. APPLY FREEHAND SKETCHING

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Application of  Basic Students  Demonstr  Practical exam
free hand Technical /trainees must ation  Direct
drawing is drawing be provided  Classroo observation
recognize.  Technic with the m discussions  Written test/
2. Components, al plans and following:  Self- questioning

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 assemblies or Schematic paced
object are Diagram  Cl
recognized as  Symbol assroom for
per job s and discussion
requirement. Abbreviation  W
3. Dimensions and s orkplace
specification are Location
identified  Me
according to job asuring
requirements Instruments
o Architect/
Engineer’
s scale
o Tape
Measure
 Blu
eprints of
plan
o Architect
ural
o Structural
o Electrical
o Mechanic
al
o Plumbing
 Instructional
materials

Unit of Competency: PERFORM MENSURATIONS AND CALCULATIONS

Modules Title: PERFORMING MENSURATIONS AND CALCULATIONS

Module Descriptor: This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes on
identifying, and measuring objects based on the
required performance standards.
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Nominal Duration: 4 hours

Summary of Learning Outcomes:

LO1. Carry out measurements and calculations.
LO2. Select measuring instruments.

Details of Learning Outcomes:

LO1. CARRY OUT MEASUREMENTS AND CALCULATIONS.

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Calculation  Students  Lecture -  Oral

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 needed to Mathematics/ /trainees must Demonstration questioning
complete work Mensuration be provided  Self-paced  Direct
tasks are o F with the Instruction observation
performed using our following:  Group  Written test
the four basic fundament Discussion
process of al  Cl
addition (+), operation assroom for
subtraction (-), o K discussion
multiplication (x) inds of  W
and division (/) measurem orkplace
including but not ent Location
limited to: o D  Pr
trigonometric imensions oblems to
functions, o R solve
algebraic atio and  Me
computations. Proportion asuring
2. Calculations o T instruments
involving rigonomet  Ins
fractions, ric tructional
percentages and Functions materials
mixed numbers o A relevant to
are used to the propose
lgebraic
complete activity.
Equations
workplace tasks
o F
3. Numerical
ractions,
computations
Percentag
are self-checked
e and
and corrected for
Decimals
accuracy.
o C
4. Accurate
measurements onversion
are obtained
according to job
requirements.
5. Identified and
converted
systems of
measurement
according to job
requirements.
6. Measured work
pieces according
to job
requirements.

LO2. SELECT MEASURING INSTRUMENTS.

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods

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1. Object or  Visualiz Students  Actual  Actual
component to be ing objects /trainees must demonstration demonstration
measured are and shapes be provided  Classroo  Direct
identified, specifically with the m discussions observation
classified and geometric following:  Written
interpreted shapes. test/questioning
according to the  Interpre  Cl
appropriate ting assroom
regular Formulas for
geometric for volume, discussion
shape. areas, and  W
2. Measuring tools perimeters orkplace
are of plane and Location
selected/identifie geometric  Pr
d as per object figures. oblems to
to be measured  Measur solve
or job ing  Me
requirements Instruments/ asuring
3. Correct Measuring instrument
specifications Tools s
are obtained  Proper  Ins
from relevant handling of tructional
sources. measuring materials
4. Measuring instruments relevant to
instruments are the
selected propose
according to job activity.
requirements.
5. Alternative
measuring tools
are used without
sacrificing cost
and quality of
work.
6. Measurements
are obtained
according to job
requirements.

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Unit of Competency : MAINTAIN TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

Modules Title: MAINTAINING TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

Module Descriptor: This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes on
checking condition, performing preventive maintenance
and storing of tools and equipment based on the
required performance standard.

Nominal Duration: 4 hours

Summary of Learning Outcomes:

LO1. Check condition of tools and equipment.

LO2. Perform basic preventive maintenance

LO3. Store tools and equipment.

LO4. Sharpen edge of the tooth of the cutting tools

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Details of Learning Outcomes:
LO1. CHECK CONDITION OF TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Tool  Types Students/train  Lecture -  Oral
s and equipment of Tools and ees must be Demonstration questioning
are identified Equipments provided with  Self-paced  Direct
according to  Classifi the following: Instruction observation
classification/spe cation of  Group  Written test
cification and job functional  Cl Discussion
requirements. and non- assroom for
2. Non- functional discussion
functional tools tools  W
and equipment  Uses of orkplace
are segregated Personal Location
and labeled Protective  To
according to Equipment ols and
classification (PPE). equipment
3. Safe related to
ty of tools and the ff:
equipment are
observed in 1. Electrical
accordance with supplies
manufacturer’s 2. Structural
instructions 3. Plumbing
4. Con 4. Welding/
ditions of PPE
are checked in pipefitting
accordance with 5. Carpentry
manufacturer’s 6. Masonry
instructions. 7. Heavy
Equipment
Tools for
repair
 Me
asuring
instruments
/equipment
s
 Ins
tructional
materials
1.
2.
Point
Presentati
ons

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LO2. PERFORM BASIC PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Lubricants are  Types Students  Lecture -  Oral questioning
identified uses of /trainees must Demonstration  Direct
according to lubricants be provided  Self-paced observation
types of  Types with the Instruction  Written test
equipment. and uses of following:  Group
2. Tools and cleaning Discussion
equipment are materials/sol  Cl
lubricated vent assroom for
according to  Types discussion
preventive and uses of  W
maintenance measuring orkplace
schedule or instruments Location
manufacturer’s and  Kin
specifications. equipment. ds of
3. Measuring  Prevent Manuals:
instruments are ive 1.
checked and maintenance rer's
calibrated in techniques Specificat
accordance with and ion
manufacturer’s procedures. Manual
instructions.  OSHC 2.
4. Tools are workplace Manual
cleaned and regulations 3.
lubricated ce
according to Procedur
standard e Manual
procedures 4.
5. Defective Maintena
equipment and nce
tools are Manual
inspected and 
replaced schedule
according to forms
manufacturer’s 
specification. tructional
6. Work place is Materials
cleaned and kept 
in safe state in materials,
line with OSHC tools and
regulations. equipment
1.
2.
materials
3.
remover
4.
5.
parts

1.
2.
3.
shoes
4.
veralls

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LO3. STORE TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT.

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Inventory of  Invento  Cl  Demonstr  Practical exam
tools, ry of tools assroom for ation  Direct
instruments, and and discussion  Classroo observation
equipment are equipment  Ha m discussions  Written
conducted and  Tools ndouts/Instr test/questioning
recorded as per and uctional
company Equipment Materials
practices. Handling  W
2. Tools are  Tool orkplace
inspected, and safe- Location/To
replaced after keeping/stor ol Room
use. age 1.
3. Tools and 2.
equipment are  Fo
stored safely in rms
accordance with 1.
manufacturer’s n Slip
specifications or 2.
company Form
procedures. 3.
Form

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LO4. SHARPEN EDGE OF THE TOOTH OF THE CUTTING TOOLS

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Tooth of the  Invento  Cl  Demonstr  Practical exam
cutting tools are ry of tools assroom for ation  Direct
inspected, and and discussion  Classroo observation
replaced after equipment  Ha m discussions  Written
use.  Tools ndouts/Instr test/questioning
2. Tools and and uctional
equipment are Equipment Materials
stored safely in Handling  W
accordance with  Tool orkplace
manufacturer’s safe- Location/To
specifications or keeping/stor ol Room
company age 1. Rack
procedures. 2. Tool Box
 Fo
rms
1.
Requisitio
n Slip
2. Inventory
Form
3.
Inspection
Form

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 Modules of Instruction

CORE COMPETENCIES

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Unit of Competency : PERFORM PRE- AND POST-OPERATION
PROCEDURES FOR HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR
OPERATION.

Modules Title: PERFORMING PRE AND POST OPERATION

PROCEDURES FOR HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR

Module Descriptor: This module covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes
required in performing procedures before and after
produc- tive operation of hydraulic excavator.

Nominal Duration: 24 hours

Summary of Learning Outcomes:

LO1. Explain the importance and procedure in performing
visual check of equipment

LO2. Identify the different component and parts of

hydraulic excavator.

LO3. Observe rules and regulations, safety in operation of

hydraulic excavator

LO4. Perform “BLOWAF” check on hydraulic excavator

LO5. Perform pre & post - operation procedure.

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Details of Learning Outcomes:

LO1. EXPLAIN THE IMPORTANCE AND PROCEDURE IN PERFORMING VISUAL CHECK

OF EQUIPMENT

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Types of  Types Students/  Demonstra  Direct
Hydraulic excavator and Trainees must tion observation
are identified. Classification be provided  Self-paced  Written test
2. Hydraulic s of with the instruction /questioning
excavator Hydraulic following:  Classroom
component excavator discussions
structures are and uses  Unit of  Video
identified and  Compon Equipment Presentation
functions are ents (Hydraulic
explained structure of excavator)
Hydraulic  Operati
excavator ons and
and their maintenanc
functions e manual
 Handou
ts/Instructio
nal
Materials

49
LO2 . IDENTIFY THE DIFFERENT COMPONENT AND PARTS OF HYDRAULIC
EXCAVATOR.

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Hydraulic  Specific  Operat  Demonstr  Direct
excavators are ation, ions and ation observation
selected based Limitations maintenanc  Self-  Written test/
on job and e manual paced  questioning
requirements. Classification  Unit of instruction
2. Operator s of Equipment  Classroo
serviceable Hydraulic (Hydraulic m discussions
(OS) parts are Excavator Excavator)  Video
checked in based on  Pre- Presentation
accordance operations operation
with equipment and inspection
checklist and maintenance checklist
manufacturer’s manual.  Workp
procedures.  Control lace
3. Performed s, situation
walk-around instruments,  Hando
check with the indicators uts/Instructi
hydraulic functions onal
excavator, with and Materials
engine stopped application.
and keys  Equipm
removed based ent brand,
on standard model, parts,
procedures. warning
decals,
jobsite and
work
conditions.

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LO3 . OBSERVE RULES AND REGULATIONS, SAFETY IN OPERATION OF HYDRAULIC
EXCAVATOR

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Walk-  Safety  Operat  Demonstr  Direct
around and start and ions and ation observation
operation check warm up maintenan  Self-  Written test
is observed procedures ce manual paced /questioning
while engine is  Familia  Unit of  Classroo
running. rization on Equipment m discussions
2. Systems switches, (Hydraulic  Video/Po
function and gauges and Excavator) wer Point
operation are systems  After- Presentation
checked monitor/indi start/operat
according to cators ion
manufacturer’s  Audio checklist
specifications and air  Workp
conditioning lace
system situation
 Electric  Fluids
al lighting and
and lubricants
accessories (Hydraulic
 Familia oil, Engine
rization on oil, Brake
work Fluid,
equipment Transmissi
function on/Gear oil
 Familia , grease)
rization on  Hando
operator’s uts/Instructi
compartmen onal
t Materials
 Familia
rization on
controls,
levers and
pedals

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LO4 . PERFORM “BLOWAF” CHECK ON HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. BLOWAF  Battery Students/  Demonstrati 1. Direct
inspection are (condition Trainees must on observation
performed and be provided  Self-paced 2. Written
following connections) with the  Classroom test/questio
equipment  Lights following: discussions ning
checklist and (Lighting  Video/Powe
with engine System)  Operat r Point
stopped.  Oil ions and Presentation
(level) maintenanc
 Water e manual
(level)  Unit of
 Air Equipment
(filter and (Hydraulic
connection) Excavator)
 Fuel  Pre-
(level and operation
lines) inspection
checklist
 Workp
lace
situation
 Fluids
and
lubricants
(Hydraulic
oil, Engine
oil, Brake
Fluid,
Transmissio
n/Gear oil,
Distilled
water and
grease)
 Hando
uts/Instructi
onal
Materials

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LO5 . PERFORM PRE & POST - OPERATION PROCEDURE.

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Hydraulic  General Students/  Demonstration 3. Direct
excavator safety precaution Trainees must  Self-paced observation
devices are and safety be provided  Classroom 4. Written
checked for procedures with the discussions test
functionally  Familiarizatio following:  Video/Power /questioning
according to safety n on safety Point
regulation. levers and Operations Presentation
2. Personal safety controls and
devices are maintenance
checked in manual
accordance with  Unit of
OHS procedure. equipment
 Post-
operation
checklist

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Unit of Competency: PERFORM PRODUCTIVE OPERATION FOR
HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR

Modules Title: PERFORMING PRODUCTIVE OPERATION

HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR

Module Descriptor: This module covers the knowledge, skills and attitude re-
quired in the productive operation of hydraulic
excavator in traveling, excavation, loading, and lifting.

Nominal Duration: 72 hours

Summary of Learning Outcomes:

LO 1. Observe rules and regulations safety procedure in
loading excavator equipment to Truck/Trailer (Low
bed).

LO 2. Load excavator equipment to Truck/Trailer (Low

bed).

LO 3. Unload equipment from Truck/Trailer (Low bed).

LO 4. Move the excavator equipment to the worksite.

LO 5. Perform excavation work.

LO 6. Perform loading operation.

LO 7. Perform lifting and dumping operation.

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Details of Learning Outcomes:

LO1. OBSERVE RULES AND REGULATIONS SAFETY PROCEDURE IN LOADING

EXCAVATOR EQUIPMENT TO TRUCK/TRAILER (LOW BED).

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Appropriate and  Requirement  Operations  Demonstr  Direct
suitable trailer for s needed on and ation observation
transporting the transporting maintenanc  Self-  Written test/
hydraulic hydraulic e manual paced questioning
excavator is excavator  Unit of  Classroo
considered procedures Equipment m discussions
according to the  Observation (Hydraulic  Video
requirements. of company Excavator) Presentation
2. Coordination rules and  Trailer (low
and regulations. bed)
communication  Securing
with authorized devices
signalman  Personal
maintained Protective
during loading. Equipment
3. Excavator is  Video CD’s
loaded in correct
 Handouts
position using
 Power Point
adequate ramp
Presentation
based on safe
s
operating
procedure.  Workplace
4. Proper situation
positioning of
sprocket/wheels
are observed
according to safe
working
procedure.
5. Arm is properly
positioned while
hydraulic
excavator is
being loaded on
a truck trailer
bed.
6. All safety locks
and controls are
properly
secured.
7. Bucket is

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 properly rested
based on safe
work procedure.
8. Tracks or wheels
are secured with
stopper blocks
and binders.
9. Control and
brakes are
checked in line
with safety
procedure and
prior to starting/
moving the
machine.

LO2. LOAD EXCAVATOR EQUIPMENT TO TRUCK/TRAILER (LOW BED).

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Coordination and  Safety  Operations  Demonstr  Direct
communication practices on and ation observation
with authorized loading and maintenanc  Self-  Written test/
signalman unloading e manual paced questioning
maintained procedures  Unit of  Classroo
during loading.  Proper tie- Equipment m discussions
2. Arm is properly down (Hydraulic  Video
positioned while procedures Excavator) Presentation
Hydraulic of the  Trailer (low
Excavator is equipment bed)
being unloaded  Observation  Securing
on a truck trailer oc company devices
bed. rules and  Personal
3. All safety locks regulations. Protective
and controls are Equipment
properly  Video CD’s
secured.
 Handouts
4. Hydraulic
 Power Point
excavator is
Presentation
unloaded in
s
correct position
using adequate  Workplace
ramp[ on safe situation
operating
procedure.
5. Binders and
stopper blocks
are removed
prior to
unloading
operation.
6. Control and
brakes are
checked in line
with safety
procedure and
prior to
starting/moving
the machine.
7. Unexpected
situations are

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 responded to in
line with
company rules
and regulations
in a manner that
minimizes risk
to personnel
and equipment.

LO3. Unload equipment from Truck/Trailer (Low bed).

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Rested bucket  Safety  Operat  Demonstr 1. Direct
properly based practices on ions and ation observation
on safe work loading and maintenanc  Self- 2. Written test/
procedure unloading e manual paced questioning
(Loaded). procedures  Unit of  Classroo
2. Tracks (UC) or  Proper Equipment m discussions
wheels are tie-down (Hydraulic  Video
secured with procedures Excavator) Presentation
stopper blocks of the  Trailer
and binders equipment (low bed)
(loaded).  Observ  Securi
3. Control and ation of ng devices
brakes are company  Perso
checked in line rules and nal
with safety regulations Protective
procedures prior Equipment
to starting,  Video
loading/unloadin CD’s
g the machine
 Hando
from the low bed
uts
trailer.
 Power
Point
Presentation
s
 Workp
lace
situation

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LO4. MOVE THE EXCAVATOR EQUIPMENT TO THE WORKSITE.

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Work area is  Safety  Operations  Demonstr  Direct
surveyed for safe practices on and ation observation
accessibility or loading and maintenanc  Self-  Written test/
potential hazards unloading e manual paced questioning
in accordance procedures  Unit of  Classroo
with safe  Proper tie- Equipment m discussions
operating down (Hydraulic  Video
procedures. procedures Excavator) Presentation
2. Correct Boom/ of the  Trailer (low
arm angle equipment bed)
position is  Observation  Securing
maintained of company devices
3. Sprocket wheels rules and  Personal
are positioned regulations Protective
according to Equipment
correct traveling  Video CD’s
posture.
 Handouts
4. Bucket to ground
 Power Point
clearance is
Presentation
maintained.
s
5. Appropriate
travel speed is  Workplace
observed with or situation
without load and
according to
safety standards.
6. Unexpected
situations are
responded to in
line with
company rules
and regulations
in a manner that

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 minimizes risk to
personnel and
equipment.

LO5. PERFORM EXCAVATION WORK.

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Hydraulic  Safety  Operations  Demonstr  Direct
excavator is practices on and ation observation
properly loading and maintenanc  Self-  Written test/
positioned unloading e manual paced questioning
according to procedures  Unit of  Classroo
ground condition.  Proper tie- Equipment m discussions
2. Engine RPM is down (Hydraulic  Video
set at desired procedures Excavator) Presentation
operating of the  Trailer (low
condition. equipment bed)
3. Swing angle is  Observation  Securing
maintained of company devices
according to the rules and  Personal
require distance regulations Protective
and position of Equipment
mobile/stationary  Video CD’s
equipment.
 Handouts
4. Proper loading
 Power Point
sequence is
Presentation
observed based
s
on standard
operating  Workplace
procedure. situation
5. Unexpected
situations are
responded to in
line with
company rules
and regulations
in a manner that
minimizes risk to
personnel and

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 equipment.

LO6. PERFORM LOADING OPERATION.

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Work area for  Safety  Operations  Demonstr  Direct
accessibility is practices on and ation observation
surveyed for loading and maintenanc  Self-  Written test/
potential hazards unloading e manual paced questioning
in accordance procedures  Unit of  Classroo
with safe  Proper tie- Equipment m discussions
operating down (Hydraulic  Video
procedures. procedures Excavator) Presentation
2. Boom/arm angle of the  Trailer (low
position is equipment bed)
maintained in  Observation  Securing
accordance with of company devices
safety standards. rules and  Personal
3. Sprocket wheels regulations Protective
are positioned Equipment
according to  Video CD’s
correct traveling
 Handouts
posture.
 Power Point
4. Maintained
Presentation
bucket to ground
s
clearance.
5. Travel speed is  Workplace
observed with or situation
without load
according to
safety standards.
6. Responded to
unexpected
situations in line
with company

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 rules and
regulation in a
manner that
minimizes risks
to personnel and
equipment.

LO7. PERFORM LIFTING AND DUMPING OPERATION.

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Engine RPM is  Safety  Operations  Demonstr  Direct
set at desired practices on and ation observation
operating loading and maintenanc  Self-  Written test/
condition. unloading e manual paced questioning
2. Correct rigging of procedures  Unit of  Classroo
load is observed  Proper tie- Equipment m discussions
in accordance down (Hydraulic  Video
with safe lifting procedures Excavator) Presentation
procedures. of the  Trailer (low
3. Tipping radius is equipment bed)
checked and  Observation  Securing
confirmed of company devices
according to rules and  Personal
lifting capacity of regulations Protective
the machine. Equipment
4. Proper placing of  Video CD’s
load is observed
 Handouts
when performing
 Power Point
lifting with the
Presentation
load over front.
s
5. Unexpected
situations are  Workplace
responded to in situation
line with
company rules
and regulations
in a manner that
minimizes risk to

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equipment.

Unit of Competency: PERFORM PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE SERVICING

FOR HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR.

Modules Title: PERFORMING PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE

SERVICING FOR HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR.

Module Descriptor: This module covers the knowledge, skills and atti-
tudes required in performing routine basic
preventive maintenance of hydraulic excavator.

Nominal Duration: 24 hours

Summary of Learning Outcomes:

LO1. Explain the principles and procedures of hydraulic
excavator equipment preventive maintenance.
LO2. Perform adjustments/replacements on hydraulic
excavator.
LO3. Perform basic preventive maintenance b servicing
(PMS) on Hydraulic Excavator
LO4. Prepare hydraulic excavator equipment operation
reports.

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Details of learning outcomes:

LO1. EXPLAIN THE PRINCIPLES AND PROCEDURES OF HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR

EQUIPMENT PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE.

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Hydraulic  Compa  Operat  Demonstr  Direct
excavator is ny rules and ion and ation observation
parked in safe regulation. maintenanc  Self-  Written
and level ground  Use of e manual paced test/questioning
2. Master Personal  Comp  Classroo
disconnect Protective any rules m discussions
switch is set in Equipment. and  Video/Po
off position  Familia regulation. wer Point
3. Work place rization on  Unit of Presentation
is freed of Basic Hand Equipment
hazardous Tools and (Hydraulic
materials equipment. Excavator)
 Familia  Hand
rization on and
OS Parts Measuring
 Perfor tools
ming basic  Perso
preventive nal
maintenance Protective
for Hydraulic Equipment
excavator.  Preve
ntive
Maintenanc
e Schedule
 Workp
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 lace
situation
 Fluids
and
lubricants
(Hydraulic
oil, Engine
oil, Brake
Fluid,
Transmissio
n/Gear oil,
Distilled
water,
coolant,
grease)
 Hando
uts/Instructi
onal
Materials

LO2 . PERFORM ADJUSTMENTS/REPLACEMENTS ON HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR.

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. OS  Compa  Operat  Demonstr  Direct
(Operator’s ny rules and ion and ation observation
Serviceable) regulation. maintenanc  Self-  Written
parts/standard  Use of e manual paced test/questioning
are serviced Personal  Comp  Classroo
according to the Protective any rules m discussions
manufacturer’s Equipment. and  Video/Po
condition.  Familia regulation. wer Point
2. Fluids and rization on  Unit of Presentation
lubricants are Basic Hand Equipment
used based on Tools and (Hydraulic
manufacturer’s equipment. Excavator)
specification  Familia  Hand
3. Appropriate rization on and
basic hand tools OS Parts Measuring
and equipment  Perfor tools
are used as per ming basic  Perso
job preventive nal
requirements. maintenance Protective
4. Basic for Hydraulic Equipment
preventive excavator.  Preve
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 maintenance ntive
servicing is Maintenanc
carried out in e Schedule
accordance with  Workp
manufacturers lace
and or as per job situation
requirement.  Fluids
and
lubricants
(Hydraulic
oil, Engine
oil, Brake
Fluid,
Transmissio
n/Gear oil,
Distilled
water,
coolant,
grease)
 Hando
uts/Instructi
onal
Materials

LO3. PERFORM BASIC PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE B SERVICING (PMS) ON

HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Minor defects  Compa  Operat  Demonstr  Direct
are identified and ny rules and ion and ation observation
remedied in regulation. maintenanc  Self-  Written
accordance with  Use of e manual paced test/questioning
company/manufa Personal  Comp  Classroo
cturer Protective any rules m discussions
procedures. Equipment. and  Video/Po
2. Correct/proper  Familia regulation. wer Point
tools are rization on  Unit of Presentation
selected based Basic Hand Equipment
on job Tools and (Hydraulic
requirements. equipment. Excavator)
3. Major defects  Familia  Hand
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 are identified rization on and
with checklist OS Parts Measuring
and referred to  Perfor tools
appropriate ming basic  Perso
personnel. preventive nal
maintenance Protective
for Hydraulic Equipment
excavator.  Preve
ntive
Maintenanc
e Schedule
 Workp
lace
situation
 Fluids
and
lubricants
(Hydraulic
oil, Engine
oil, Brake
Fluid,
Transmissio
n/Gear oil,
Distilled
water,
coolant,
grease)
 Hando
uts/Instructi
onal
Materials

LO4. PREPARE HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR EQUIPMENT OPERATION REPORTS

Assessment Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Criteria Methods
1. Major defects  Compa  Operat  Demonstr  Direct
are identified with ny rules and ion and ation observation
checklist and regulation. maintenanc  Self-  Written
referred to  Use of e manual paced test/questioning
appropriate Personal  Comp  Classroo
personnel. Protective any rules m discussions
Equipment. and  Video/Po
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 Familia regulation. wer Point
rization on  Unit of Presentation
Basic Hand Equipment
Tools and (Hydraulic
equipment. Excavator)
 Familia  Hand
rization on and
OS Parts Measuring
 Perfor tools
ming basic  Perso
preventive nal
maintenance Protective
for Hydraulic Equipment
excavator.  Preve
ntive
Maintenanc
e Schedule
 Workp
lace
situation
 Fluids
and
lubricants
(Hydraulic
oil, Engine
oil, Brake
Fluid,
Transmissio
n/Gear oil,
Distilled
water,
coolant,
grease)
 Hando
uts/Instructi
onal
Materials

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