31409330Woodworking 1: Machinery & Methods
Course Information
Description
This course introduces the learner to the operation of traditional woodworking equipment. Students perform numerous exercises to gain familiarity with portable power tools and industrial woodworking machinery while building their skills and familiarity with wood. Units include layout, sawing, surfacing, boring, sanding and assembly.
Total Credits
5

Course Competencies
  1. Select marking, measuring and lay out tools
    Assessment Strategies
    through written examination
    Criteria
    learner correctly identifies marking tools: scratch awl, marking knife, marking guage
    learner correctly identifies measuring tools: rules, tape measures, framing square, try square, combination & centering squares, vernier calipers
    learner learner correctly identifies the following lay out tools: T-Bevel, calipers, compasses, dividers, trammel points

  2. Lay out lines and geometric constructions
    Assessment Strategies
    through classroom exercise
    through written examination
    Criteria
    learner correctly lays out the following geometric constructions: lines, circles, 3,4,5,6, and 8-sided polygons
    learner divides two parallel lines with a specified number of equally spaced lines
    learner bisects a line
    learner creates lines tangent to a given radius or series of radii
    learner measures and lays out specific angles

  3. Maintain measurement and lay out tools
    Assessment Strategies
    through classroom exercise
    through written examination
    Criteria
    learner tests squares for accuracy
    learner demonstrates proper care and handling requirements for measuring, marking and lay out tools
    learner properly lubricates and waxes tools to prevent rust
    learner properly sharpens the points of awls and marking tools for accurate lay out

  4. Select and use hand saws for cutting straight or curved kerfs or cuts
    Assessment Strategies
    through classroom exercise
    through written examination
    Criteria
    learner follows safety procedures
    learner identitfies 7 types of hand saws
    learner chooses the correct saw for ripping
    learner chooses the correct saw for crosscutting

  5. Select and use portable power saws for cutting straight or curved kerfs or cuts
    Assessment Strategies
    through class exercise
    through written examination
    Criteria
    learner follows safe procedures for using portable power saws
    learner identifies 3 portable saw types
    learner completes class exercise for portable power saws satisfactorily (Checklist submitted in class)
    learner operates a European style plunge saw

  6. Operate a Power Miter Box safely and properly
    Assessment Strategies
    through class exercise
    through written examination
    Criteria
    learner follows safe procedures for using Power Miter saws
    learner differentiates between Fixed head, Compound, and Sliding Compound Power Miter Box saws
    learner cuts miters, bevels, and compound angles using a power miter box
    learner completes class exercise satisfactorily (Checklist submitted in class)

  7. Operate a Table saw safely and properly
    Assessment Strategies
    through class exercise
    through written examination
    Criteria
    learner follows safe procedures for using Table saws
    learner identifies parts, adjustments and tooling associated with the Table saw
    learner can identify the properties of rip, crosscut, combination, triple chip and dado blades
    learner can set up and cut a groove, bevel, miter, dado, taper, and chamfer using the Table saw
    learner completes class exercise satisfactorily (Checklist submitted in class)

  8. Operate a Radial Arm saw safely and properly
    Assessment Strategies
    through class exercise
    through written examination
    Criteria
    learner follows safe procedures for using a Radial Arm saw
    learner identifies parts, adjustments and tooling associated with the Radial Arm saw
    learner uses the Radial Arm saw to crosscut wood

  9. Operate a Vertical Panel saw safely and properly
    Assessment Strategies
    through class exercise
    through written examination
    Criteria
    learner follows safe procedures for using a Vertical Panel saw
    learner identifies parts, adjustments and tooling associated with the Vertical Panel saw
    learner uses the Vertical Panel saw to cut sheet goods

  10. Operate a Scroll saw safely and properly
    Assessment Strategies
    through class exercise
    through written examination
    Criteria
    learner follows safe procedures for using a Scroll saw
    learner identifies parts, adjustments and tooling associated with the Scroll saw
    learner selects and installs Scroll saw tooling correctly
    learner identifies three key advantages of a Scroll saw over other saw types
    learner completes class exercise satisfactorily (Checklist submitted in class)

  11. Operate a Band saw safely and properly
    Assessment Strategies
    through class exercise
    through written examination
    Criteria
    learner follows safe procedures for using a Band saw
    learner identifies parts, adjustments and tooling associated with the Band saw
    learner can change a Band saw blade and adjust the blade guides properly
    learner resaws wood using a Band saw
    learner learner completes class exercise satisfactorily (Checklist submitted in class)

  12. Operate a Straight-line Ripsaw safely and properly

  13. Use Planes, Scrapers and Chisels safely and properly
    Assessment Strategies
    through class exercise
    through written examination
    Criteria
    learner identifies 3 common hand plane types
    learner prepares hand planes for use
    learner uses 3 methods for sharpening an edge
    learner demonstrates responsibility in handling hand planes
    learner completes hand plane exercise (Checklist submitted in class)

  14. Operate a power jointer safely and properly
    Assessment Strategies
    in the lab
    through class exercise
    through written examination
    Criteria
    learner follows safe procedures for jointing
    learner identifies parts, adjustments and tooling for a jointer
    learner adjusts infeed/outfeed beds correctly
    learner performs jointer operations by completing class exercise (Checklist submitted in class)

  15. Operate a power planer safely and properly
    Assessment Strategies
    in the lab
    by completing class exercise
    through written examination
    Criteria
    learner follows safe procedures for planing
    learner identifies parts, adjustments and tooling for a planer
    learner performs planing operations by completing class exercise (Checklist submitted in class)
    learner follows proper procedure to surface thin stock
    learner adjusts feedrate to achieve a surface finish of atleast 20 KPI (Knife marks/inch) per AWI standards
    learner identifies cutting quality by counting KPI of 4 different samples run at different speeds

  16. Explain the sequence of steps to square work pieces
    Assessment Strategies
    in the lab
    through classroom observation
    Criteria
    learner follows safe procedures for jointing/surfacing
    learner adjusts fence to within .005" of square
    learner follows correct 6 step sequence to achieve straight S4S wood

  17. Select tooling based on the hole to be made
    Assessment Strategies
    by completing written exercise
    through written evaluation
    Criteria
    learner identifies 10 different drill/cutter types
    learner matches cutter type with hole characteristics
    learner selects proper tooling given a set of criteria
    learner troubleshoots hypothetical production problems and suggests alternative methods using their text as a resource
    learner completes Production Problem worksheet outside of class

  18. Operate hand, portable and stationary boring equipment safely
    Assessment Strategies
    in the lab
    by written examination
    Criteria
    learner follows safe procedures for boring
    learner identifies parts, adjustments and tooling associated with portable hand drills
    learner identifies parts, adjustments and tooling associated with drill presses
    learner adjusts the speed of a drill press by changing pulleys
    learner follows procedure for holding and boring small pieces
    learner follows procedure for holding and boring round sections

  19. Follow procedures for creating specific hole types
    Assessment Strategies
    in the lab
    through written examination
    Criteria
    learner follows proper safety procedures for Boring equipment
    learner identifies parts, adjustments and tooling associated with a Hafele hinge boring and insertion machine
    learner completes Boring exercise CHECKLIST submitted in class)
    learner uses Hafele Boring machine to bore concealed 35mm hinge holes
    learner uses Hafele Boring machine to insert concealed hinges

  20. Use mortising machinery safely
    Assessment Strategies
    in the lab
    through class exercise
    through written examination
    Criteria
    learner follows proper safety procedures for mortising equipment
    learner identifies parts, adjustments and tooling associated with a Powermatic Hollow Chisel mortiser
    learner identifies parts, adjustments and tooling associated with a Griggio Slot mortiser
    learner sharpens and adjusts Hollow chisels sets
    learner uses a Hollow Chisel mortiser to create square edged mortises
    learner uses a Slot mortiser to create rounded mortises
    learner completes Mortising Skill exercise (Checklist submitted in class)

  21. Operate a multiple spindle boring machine properly
    Assessment Strategies
    in the lab
    by oral examination
    through class exercise
    Criteria
    learner follows proper safety procedures for using a multiple spindle boring machine
    learner identifies parts, adjustments and tooling associated with a Gannomat 23 spindle boring machine
    learner measures the accuracy of tooling using a caliper
    learner adjusts boring bits if required
    learner installs Combi type bits
    learner adjusts end, depth and set back settings to achieve desired hole locations
    learner drills 2 sets of line holes using opposite end stops. Holes must be parallel to within 1/32" tolerance

  22. Identify the major natural and synthetic abrasive materials and their properties
    Assessment Strategies
    through classroom exercise
    through written examination
    Criteria
    learner identifies 5 common abrasive minerals
    learner identifies typical grits for specific minerals
    learner deciphers the type, grade, backing and bond code stamped on selected abrasive samples
    learner identifies 4 common backing materials for abrasives
    learner identifies 2 types of bonds for abrasives
    learner explains the difference between "Open-coat" and "Closed-coat"

  23. Use abrasives by hand
    Assessment Strategies
    through classroom observation
    Criteria
    learner follows the procedure for making a hand sanding block
    learner explains the procedure for making contoured sanding blocks
    learner follows the procedure for folding a sheet of sandpaper for hand use

  24. Use portable power sanders safely
    Assessment Strategies
    through written examination
    through classroom observation
    Criteria
    learner follows proper safety procedures for operating Portable Power sanding tools
    learner identifies parts, adjustments and uses for Orbital, Random Orbit and Portable Belt sanders
    learner installs abrasive media correctly
    learner uses materials and methods to extend the useful life of abrasives

  25. Operate a Spindle sander safely
    Assessment Strategies
    through written examination
    through classroom observation
    Criteria
    learner follows proper safety procedures for operating a Spindle sander
    learner identifies parts, adjustments and abrasive media for Spindle sanders
    learner installs abrasive media correctly
    learner completes class exercise (Checklist submitted in class)

  26. Operate a Disk and Edge sander safely
    Assessment Strategies
    through written examination
    through classroom observation
    Criteria
    learner follows proper safety procedures for operating Disk & Edge sanders
    learner identifies parts, adjustments and abrasive media for Disk & Edge sanders
    learner installs abrasive media correctly
    learner completes class exercise (Checklist submitted in class)

  27. Operate a Wide Belt sander safely
    Assessment Strategies
    through written examination
    through classroom observation
    Criteria
    learner follows proper safety procedures for operating a Wide Belt sander
    learner identifies parts, adjustments and abrasive media for Wide Belt sanders
    learner installs abrasive media correctly
    learner completes class exercise (Checklist submitted in class)

  28. Create a Bill of Materials
    Assessment Strategies
    by submitting written product for review with final project
    Criteria
    Bill of Materials indicates part name
    Bill of Materials lists part quantities
    Bill of Materials indicates dimensions in the correct order (Thickness, Width, Length)
    Bill of Materials indicates material type
    Bill of Materials indicates cost/unit and total cost
    Bill of Materials lists additional notes or comments (if any)

  29. Create a Plan of Procedure
    Assessment Strategies
    by submitting written product for review with final project
    Criteria
    Plan of Procedure indicates the steps for production of a single part or an entire project
    Plan of Procedure contains steps which are numbered in sequence
    Plan of Procedure contains production sequences which are designed for maximum efficiency
    Plan of Procedure indicates machine or location where the operation will take place
    Plan of Procedure indicates additional notes/comments when necessary to clarify the operation
    Plan of Procedure records time spent on given operations for future estimating use

  30. Lay out materials properly
    Assessment Strategies
    in the lab
    through classroom observation
    Criteria
    learner optimizes material to reduce waste
    learner lays out material for maximum cutting efficiency
    learner locates defects in material to minimize problems

  31. Select appropriate methods for machining
    Assessment Strategies
    in the lab
    through classroom observation
    Criteria
    learner chooses machinery for specific operations based on safety, accuracy and efficiency
    learner selects machinery based on setup time

  32. Perform milling and joinery operations
    Assessment Strategies
    through classroom observation
    by submitting completed project for review
    Criteria
    learner follows proper safety procedures
    learner selects operations based on safety and efficiency
    learner follows proper procedures for milling and shaping wood
    learner completes a wooden step stool (Checklist submitted in class)

This Outline is under development.