Answer key · Projets autrement

How to use this answer key

Use it after Part 1, to check your answers as a class. For Parts 2 to 5, there is no single answer: a model Job card is given below.

Part 1 · Read a model

1. Two places

On a construction site, at a client’s business, at a client’s home (any two).

2. True or false?

False. They also work in existing homes and businesses: “They install cables in homes and businesses” and they “check and repair electrical control systems and machinery”.

3. Three skills

Maths to understand technical plans; attention to detail; problem solving; using tools safely; customer service skills (any three).

4. Why customer service skills?

Because they work with clients and colleagues.

5. Two green tasks

Install solar panels on buildings; work on electric vehicle charging points.

6. A typical week

37 to 45 hours.

Words for work

Answers

a) test · b) install · c) repair · d) wear · e) fit

A model Job card

Job Spotlight: Electrician

Who? An electrician is someone who installs power and lighting in buildings.

Every day they test electrical systems to make sure they are safe. They also fit smart controls and install cables.

Where? They work on construction sites and in clients’ homes and businesses. Sometimes they work at height.

Skills. To do this job, you need to be careful and good at maths. You also need to be friendly with clients.

Did you know that electricians can install solar panels and charging points for electric cars?

Our question for visitors: Which skill do you think is the most important for an electrician?

Useful language

Present simple for regular actions: they install, they test, she repairs.
can for possibility: they can work at height.
need to for necessity: you need to be careful.
Linking words: and, also, because, sometimes.