The document discusses marking out tools used in carpentry and joinery. It describes various measuring tools like folding rules, retractable tape measures, and steel rules. Marking tools are also examined, including try squares, sliding bevels, combination squares, marking gauges, and cutting gauges. The aims are to introduce learners to marking out tools, have them list three types, state how to check accuracy, and list storage methods. Steps for marking a mortice using a mortice gauge are outlined.