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Technology and Livelihood Education

Module 5b
Select Measuring Instrument (Measuring Tools)
TLE_ICTTD7/8MC-0f-1

English – Grade 7
Technology and Livelihood Education – Grade 8
Alternative Delivery Mode
Module 5b - Performing Mensuration and Calculation
First Edition, 2020

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Technology and Livelihood Education

Module 5b
Select Measuring Instrument (Measuring Tools)
TLE_ICTTD7/8MC-0f-1
 Introductory Message

For the Facilitator:

Welcome to the Technology and Livelihood Education 8 Project CAP-LRE Alternative Delivery
Mode (ADM) Module on Select Measuring Instrument (Measuring Tools).

This module was collaboratively designed, developed and reviewed by educators both from
public and private institutions to assist you, the teacher or facilitator in helping the learners
meet the standards set by the K to 12 Curriculum while overcoming their personal, social, and
economic constraints in schooling.

This learning resource hopes to engage the learners into guided and independent learning
activities at their own pace and time. Furthermore, this also aims to help learners acquire the
needed 21st century skills while taking into consideration their needs and circumstances.

In addition to the material in the main text, you will also see this box in the body of the module:

Notes to the Teacher

This contains helpful tips or strategies that will
help you in guiding the learners

As a facilitator, you are expected to orient the learners on how to use this module. You also
need to keep track of the learners’ progress while allowing them to manage their own learning.
Furthermore, you are expected to encourage and the learners as they do the tasks included
in the module.

For the Learner:

Welcome to the Technology and Livelihood Education 8 Project CAP-LRE Alternative

Delivery Mode (ADM) Module on Select Measuring Instrument (Measuring Tools).

This module was designed to provide you with fun and meaningful opportunities for guided
and independent learning at your own pace and time. You will be enabled to process the
contents of the learning resource while being an active learner.

This module has the following parts and corresponding icons:

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competencies you are expected to learn in
the module.
This part includes an activity that aims to
check what you already know about the
lesson to take. If you get all the answers
correctly (100%), you may decide to skip
this module.

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 This is a brief drill or review to help you link
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5. Finish the task at hand before proceeding to the next.
6. Return this module to your teacher/facilitator once you are through with it.

If you encounter any difficulty in answering the tasks in this module, do not hesitate to
consult your teacher or facilitator. Always bear in mind that you are not alone.

We hope that through this material, you will experience meaningful learning and gain
deep understanding of the relevant competencies. You can do it!
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 This module presents the different measuring tools that are frequently used in drafting.
It is organized to assist you to better understand each measuring tool’s characteristics and uses,
as well as how to keep them in good condition.

At the end of this module, you are expected to:

• define measuring tools

• recognize the different types of measuring tools based on their description and
appearance;
• classify the different types of measuring tools based on their specific function; and
• enumerate some pointers on how to take care of measuring tools.

Directions: Write the letter of your choice on the space provided before each number.

_______1. These are also used largely for carrying out different types of measurements.
a. chilling tools b. cutting tools c. drafting tools d. measuring tools
_______2. A measuring tool used for drawing vertical lines.
a. protractor b. ruler c. tape ruler d. triangle
_______3. It is the most popular type of measuring tool. It is usually 6 or 12 inches in
length.
a. protractor b. ruler c. tape ruler d. triangle
_______4. It is used for measuring and setting of angles other than those obtainable with
the triangles.
a. protractor b. ruler c. tape ruler d. triangle
_______5. It is used a as guide in using triangles and measuring up to 48” straight line.
a. tape ruler b. triangle c. triangular scale d. t-square
_______6. The main purpose of this measuring tool is to reproduce the dimension in full
size or to reduce or enlarge them on a drawing.
a. tape ruler b. triangle c. triangular scale d. t-square
________7. This measuring tools comes in comparable widths and lengths up to 10m.
a. tape ruler b. triangle c. triangular scale d. t-square
________8. This measuring tool is used in general drawing.
a. tape ruler b. triangle c. triangular scale d. t-square
________9. These measuring tools are usually made of celluloid or plastic and come in
various sizes.
a. tape ruler b. triangle c. triangular scale d. t-square
_______10. This measuring instrument is needed for measuring sizes and distances.
a. protractor b. ruler c. tape ruler d. triangle
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_______11. Used for the purpose of measuring dimensions, measuring tools are imperative
for implementing any work with precision.
a. chilling tools b. cutting tools c. drafting tools d. measuring tools
_______12. It provides an easy means for accurately measuring curved surfaces.
a. protractor b. ruler c. tape ruler d. triangle
_______13. A tool designed for drawing oblique lines.
a. protractor b. ruler c. tape ruler d. triangle
_______14. A tool that is used in drawing horizontal lines.
a. tape ruler b. triangle c. triangular scale d. t-square
_______15. These measuring tools come with 45°and 30° x 60° degree.
a. tape ruler b. triangle c. triangular scale d. t-square

Check your answer using the Answer Key. If you got 14-15 correct answers, that
means you are knowledgeable with lesson covered by Learning Outcome No.1.
Congratulations! You can move to Lesson No. 2.
But if you got two or more incorrect answers, read and study the lesson thoroughly so
you can better understand and master the skills. Afterwards, you can prepare succeeding to
the next Lesson.

The geometric figures commonly used in drawing pictures are lines, angles, triangles,
quadrilaterals, regular polygons, circles and arcs and solids.
Before we continue our lesson about Measuring tools, let us have a short review about
the types of Geometric figures.

Directions: Read the statement carefully. Identify the correct word that has the same
relationship to the word as the first pair. Write your answer on the space
provided.

1. Quadrilateral: Rhombus ; ____________: Isosceles

2. Circle: Sphere ; Square: ____________
3. 1080: Hexagon ; 1440: ____________
4. Straight: Polygon ; ____________: Circle
5. Line: Triangle ; ____________: Compass

If you got a perfect score of five (5), it means you have learned the correct identification
of the different kinds Geometric figures and became aware in the use of each types of
Geometric

For the students who have a score of 1-2, you can read and study again for better
comprehension of the lesson.

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 Measuring Tools used for the purpose of measuring dimensions, measuring tools are
imperative for implementing any work with precision. The measuring tools are also used
largely for carrying out different types of measurements.

Importance of measuring tools

Measuring tools are essential for examining a finished product or semi- finished
product. The inspection or examination operations include checking, or testing an object
based on the required dimensions given on a diagram or a sketch. Again the measurements
taken must be accurate.
Types of measuring tools

1. T-Square is used a guide in drawing horizontal lines and in measuring up to 48” straight
line.

2. Triangles are used for drawing vertical and oblique lines. They are usually made of
celluloid or plastic and come in various sizes. The most commonly used triangles are the
45 and the 30x 60. Illustrations below show the proper use of drawing lines and
measuring angles using the T-square and triangle.

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3. Ruler is the most popular type of measuring tool. It is usually 6 or 12 inches in length. It
is needed for measuring sizes and distances.

4. Triangular Scale is used in general drawing. Its main purpose is to reproduce the
dimension in full size or to reduce or enlarge them on a drawing.

5. Protractor is used for measuring and setting of angles other than those obtainable with
the triangles.

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6. Tape or tape ruler is a concave, spring-steel blade ranging from 1/4" to 1" wide and 6 to
about 300 feet in length, coiled inside a carrying case. Metric tape ruler comes in
comparable widths and lengths up to 10 meters. It provides an easy means for accurately
measuring curved surfaces.

How to Take Care of Drafting Measuring Tools

Tools will last longer when properly kept and maintained. A good worker or draftsman
keeps and takes care of these tools. The following are some pointers:
1. Be sure to inspect tools before using them. This is to check if they are in working
[Link] can be detected when there is ease and speed when in use.
2. After using a tool, clean it thoroughly with a damp cloth. Wipe it dry with another piece
of cloth before keeping it.
3. When not in use, the T-square is preferably hung by inserting the hole to a nail
(attached to a wall) at the end of its blade.
4. Do not abuse or misuse any piece of drawing instruments.
5. Avoid throwing tool to anybody instead hand it over
6. Avoid setting off the distances individually by moving the scale to a new position each
time, because slight errors in the measurements may accumulate and give rise to a
large error.
7. Avoid unnecessary sliding of T-square or triangles across the drawing. Pick up the
triangle by their tips and tilt the T-square blade upward slightly before moving.
Report defective tool and any hazard to instructor immediately.

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Independent Activity 1
Directions: Identify the following drafting measuring tools. Write your answer on the space
provide before each number.

_____________ 1. A measuring tool used to layout an angle or an arc.

_____________ 2. Most popular type of measuring tools, usually 6 or 12 inches in length.

_____________ 3. Its main purpose is to reproduce, reduce or enlarge the dimension of

size on a drawing.
_____________ 4. It is used for drawing vertical and oblique lines.

_____________ 5. It provides an easy means for accurately measuring curved surfaces.

Independent Assessment 1
Directions: Identify the following measuring tools. Choose your answer from the list
inside the box. Write the corresponding letter of your answer on the
space provided before each number.

a. protractor b. tape ruler c. triangle

d. triangular scale e. t-square

________1. _______4.

________2. _______5.

________3.

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Independent Activity 2

Directions: Fill in the missing word to complete the statement. Arrange the jumbled letters
to reveal the correct answer and write it on the space provided.

1. Tools will last longer when properly kept and ___________. ( D E N I A T I N M A )

2. Be sure to ___________ tools before using them. ( I S T N P C E )

3. Do not abuse or ___________ any piece of drawing instruments. ( U S S E I M )

4. Avoid ___________ tool to anybody instead hand it over. ( R I O H T G W N )

5. Report defective tool and any ___________ to instructor immediately. ( R A H D A Z )

Independent Assessment 2

Directions: Read the statement carefully, color the thumbs up if your answer is yes and
thumbs down , if not.

1. Measuring tools are essential for examining a finished product or semi-

finished product.

2. Tools will last longer when properly kept and maintained.

3. A good worker or draftsman keeps and takes care of these tools.

4. The measuring tools are also used largely for carrying out different types of
measurements.

5. The inspection or examination operations include checking, or testing an

object based on the required dimensions given on a diagram or a sketch.

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Independent Activity 3

Directions: The statements below are the summarized pointers on how to take care of
Drafting Measuring Tools. Arrange the steps by writing numbers 1-5 on the
given space before the sentence.

______1. When not in use, the T-square is preferably hung by inserting the hole to a nail at
the end of its blade.
______2. Avoid throwing tool to anybody instead hand it over
______3. Be sure to inspect tools before using them.
______4. Do not abuse or misuse any piece of drawing instruments.
______5. After using a tool, clean it thoroughly with a damp cloth. Wipe it dry with another
piece of cloth before keeping it.

Independent Assessment 3

Directions: Write T if the statement is true and F, if otherwise. Write your answer on the
space provided before each number.

______1. Pick up the triangle by their tips and tilt the T-square blade upward slightly before
moving, this is one of the pointers in taking care of Drafting measuring tools.
______2. A protractor is used to draw semicircles.
______3. A scale reduction ruler can also be used as a ruler to draw straight lines.
______4. Tape ruler provides an easy means for accurately measuring curved surfaces.
______5. Measuring tools will last longer when properly kept and maintained.

Directions: After accomplishing previous activities regarding the topic, have you realized
the significance of drafting measuring tools to students who undergo
drafting technology subject? Write your realization below.
Refer to page 15 for rubrics.

I have realized that…

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Directions: List down the pointers on How to Take Care of Drafting Measuring Tools. Write
your answer inside the box.

Directions: Match the following descriptions on Column A with their corresponding words
on Column B. Write the letter of the correct answer before number.

Column A Column B
______1. Its purpose is to measure dimensions. a. how to take care of
______2. These measuring tools is available in two measuring tools
variants: 30x60 degree and 45x90 degree. b. measuring tool
______3. A straight edge tool that is made of plastic or c. protractor
metal, it has millimeter and/or inch measurement. d. ruler
______4. A straight edge tool, usually made of plastic or a e. tape ruler
combination of wood and plastic. Its blade is f. triangle
fastened to a head that is placed on the side of a g. triangular scale
drafting table to maintain a level 180 degrees of h. T-square
the blade.
______5. It is used to measure and mark a specific degree
unattainable when using a triangle.
______6. It is made of plastic with triangular base and
somehow resembling a ruler, but its edges do
not have millimeter or inch markings.
______7. It provides an easy means for accurately
measuring curved surfaces.
______8. A measuring tool used for marking out
distances as well as for measuring purposes.
______9. It supports the triangle for vertical or sloping line
drawing.
______10. It is used to layout angles.
______11. It is used for measuring and scaling process.
______12. Report defective tool and any hazard to instructor
immediately.
______13. It is used largely for carrying out different types of
measurements.
______14. A measuring tool used for drawing horizontal lines.
______15. A measuring tool used for drawing slant lines.
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Directions: Drafting is used in manufacturing. Cars, furniture, appliances, and electronic
gadgets all undergo a design process, a drawing, before a prototype is built,
and before a product is mass-produced. School buildings, churches,
hospitals, and terminals also undertake the same procedure. Before they
were built, there is planning and drawing involved. Now go outside and
observe your house. Notice its parts, like walls, roof, doors, and windows.
Assume that you are a draftsman or even an architect, planning your house.
Write down the appropriate tools that you will utilize to draw your own home.

Shape of the Roof: ________________________________________________

Drafting Tool/s to be used: __________________________________________
Why I chose this tool/tools: _________________________________________
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Shape of the Wall: _________________________________________________
Drafting Tool/s to be used: __________________________________________
Why I chose this tool/tools: __________________________________________
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Shape of the Doors and Windows: ____________________________________
Drafting Tool/s to be used: __________________________________________
Why I chose this tool/tools: __________________________________________
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Comments and Suggestions

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(What I know) Independent Activity 2 Assessment
1. d
2. d
1. maintained
3. b 1. b
4. a 2. inspect
2. f
5. d 3. misuse
6. c 4. throwing 3. d
7. a
8. c 5. hazard 4. h
9. b 5. c
10. b Independent Assessment 2
11. d 6. g
1. thumbs up
12. c
7. e
13. d 2. thumbs up
14. d 3. thumbs up 8. d
15. b
4. thumbs up 9. h
5. thumbs up
(What’s In) 10. c
1. triangle 11. g
2. polygon Independent Activity 3
3. decagon 1. 3 12. a
4. arc 13. b
2. 5
5. circle
3. 1 14. h
What’s More 4. 4
15. f
Independent Activity 1 5. 2
1. protractor
2. ruler Independent Assessment 3
3. triangular scale 1. true
4. triangles 2. false
5. tape ruler 3. false
4. true
Independent Assessment 1 5. true
1. c
2. a
3. e
4. d
5. b
 References
Giesecke, Mitchell and Spencer. Technical Drawing; The Macmillan Company: 1999.

French and Vierck. Engineering Drawing 10th edition MacGraw, Hill Book Company, 1960

German M. Manaois. Drafting 1 and 2 Phoenix Publishing:1983

Norman Stirling. Introduction to Technical Drawing Delmar Publishing: 1977

Competency Based Learning Material, Civil Technology

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Performance Assessment
Scoring Rubrics

Performance Criteria:
 Clarity
5 pts. - main point and ideas are clearly stated
4 pts. - some ideas are not clearly stated
2 pts. - most ideas are not clearly stated
 coherence
5 pts - ideas and main point can be easily understood
4 pts - some ideas cannot be clearly understood
2 pts - most ideas cannot be clearly understood
 Relevance
5 pts - all stated ideas are relevant to the topic
4 pts - some of the ideas are not relevant to the topic
2 pts - most of the ideas are not relevant to the topic

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