A beginner is an apprentice.

It allowed the craftworkers to make weapons, used in the constant wars along the borders, and farm tools, like spades, knives and sickles, which made farming easier and more productive.

Metal was used in the making of weapons during the classical civilizations time period. The more advanced the weapons were, the better the chance the Zhou dynasty had of surviving...nomadic invasions occurred frequently.

Adolf Hungrywolf has written:

'The Blood People: A Division of the Blackfoot Confederacy'

'Indian tribes of the Northern Rockies' -- subject(s): Indians of North America, Social life and customs, History

'Off on a wild caboose chase--' -- subject(s): Cabooses (Railroads)

'Tipi life' -- subject(s): Social life and customs, Tipis, Indians of North America

'Traditional dress' -- subject(s): Clothing, Indians of North America

'Charlo's people' -- subject(s): Salish Indians

'Blackfoot craftworker's book' -- subject(s): Siksika Indians, Handicraft, Material culture, Costume, Siksika art, Industries, Costume and adornment

'The good medicine book' -- subject(s): Indians of North America, Religion

'Rails in the mother lode' -- subject(s): Railroads

'Indian summer' -- subject(s): Social life and customs, Indians of North America

'Rails in the Canadian Rockies' -- subject(s): Railroads, History

'Trains of Cuba'

This is what the U.S. Department of Labor says: Although requirements vary considerably depending upon where one is employed, construction and building inspectors should have a thorough knowledge of construction materials and practices in either a general area, such as structural or heavy construction, or a specialized area, such as electrical or plumbing systems, reinforced concrete, or structural steel. Applicants for construction or building inspection jobs need several years of experience as a construction manager, supervisor, or craftworker. Many inspectors previously worked as carpenters, electricians, plumbers, or pipefitters. Because inspectors must possess the right mix of technical knowledge, experience, and education, employers prefer applicants who have formal training as well as experience. Most employers require at least a high school diploma or equivalent, even for workers with considerable experience. More often, employers look for persons who have studied engineering or architecture, or who have a degree from a community or junior college, with courses in building inspection, home inspection, construction technology, drafting, and mathematics. Many community colleges offer certificate or associate degree programs in building inspection technology. Courses in blueprint reading, algebra, geometry, and English also are useful. Construction and building inspectors must be in good physical condition in order to walk and climb about construction sites. They must also have a driver