jueves, 16 de octubre de 2014

Power Tools

Power Tools


Reading:
Read the inventory checklist. Then, mark the following statements as true (T) or false (F).

1.       F  The impact sockets are missing pieces.
2.       F  The impact wrench is damaged.
3.       T  The pneumatic torque wrench is in working condition.

Vocabulary:
Match the words (1-6) with the definitions (A-F).


1.       A  Drill
2.       D  Drill bit
3.       C  Shop vac
4.       F  Heat gun
5.       B  Impact socket
6.       E  Air compressor




A.      A power tool used to bore holes.
B.      A durable socket for an impact wrench.
C.      A vacuum that can clean wet substances.
D.      A cutting tool that rotates in a drill.
E.       A machine that pressurizes air.
F.       A power tool that delivers hot air to something.
                                                                                                            





sábado, 11 de octubre de 2014

FASTENERS

FASTENERS

Ø  Read the poster. Then, mark the following statements as true (T) or false (F).
1.       F  Clamps are long-lasting fasteners.
2.       F  Sheet metal screws will damage wood surfaces.
3.       T  Washers protect Surfaces from damage.


Vocabulary:

Ø  Match the words (1-7) with the definitions (A-G).


1.       F  Anchor
2.       A  Nut
3.       B  Nail
4.       E  Grade
5.       C  Clamp
6.       D  Metric thread
7.       G  Sheet metal screw




A.      A piece of metal with a hole in the middle
B.      A long, narrow fastener with a smooth rod
C.      A device that tightly presses things together
D.      A thread measured in millimeters
E.       The measurement of a bolt’s strength
F.       A device that adds support to a screw
G.     A fastener with threads along the entire rod


English
Spanish
English
Spanish
Pin
Perno
Thread
Roscar
Clamp
Prensa
UTS Thread
Cuerda standard
Screw
Pija
Metric thread
Cuerda fina
Wood Screw
Pija para madera
Anchor
Taquete
Sheet metal screw
Pija para metal
Grade
Medida
Washer
Rondana
Nut
Tuerca


Ø  Read the sentence pair. Choose where the words best fit the blanks.
1.       Screw/Washer
A.      Place a washer between the nut and surface.
B.      The hook is attached to the wall with a screw.

2.       Bolt/Thread
A.      Jules attached the table leg with a bolt.
B.      I don’t know the best thread size for the screws.

3.       Fastener/UTS thread
A.      The mechanic was only familiar with UTS thread sizes, not metric.
B.      The hardware store was known for having a fastener for every project.
4.       Pin/Wood screw
A.      A wood screw is not effective on metal.
B.      Albert used a pin to hold the boards together temporarily.


Listening:

Ø  Listen to a conversation between a mechanic and a customer. Choose the correct answers.

1.       What is the conversation mainly about?
A.      An explanation of a repair.
B.      An estimate of repair costs.
C.      A set of maintenance instructions.
D.      A description of a broken appliance.

2.       What can you infer about the new bolts?
A.      They do not require washers.
B.      They cost less than the old bolts.
C.      They are a higher grade than the old bolts.
D.      They are specially made for air conditioners.


Ø  Complete the conversation

Mechanic: All right, Mr. Zane. You air conditioner is fixed.
Customer: Oh, I’m so relieve! What was the problem?
Mechanic: Well, that ratting you heard was the sound of loose nuts.
Customer: Really? How did they come loose?
Mechanic: The bolts were the wrong grade. The weight of the unit damaged the bolt’s thread. You needed something a little stronger.
Customer: Oh, I see. Did you replace them?
Mechanic: I sure did. You have a new bolts, nuts, and washers.
Customer: That sounds good. Thank you so much.


Writing:
Ø  Summary of services

Item repaired: Water pump.
Problem with item: Shooting water for the wear.

Description of repairs: I will change the old water pump for a new water pump.