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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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)
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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)
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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
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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
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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)
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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)
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Operate a Straight-line Ripsaw safely and properly
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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)
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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)
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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)
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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
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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"
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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
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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
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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
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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
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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
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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)