31409332Cabinetmaking, Millwork & Furniture 1
Course Information
Description
Planning and execution of cabinet, millwork and furniture projects are explored in this class. Additional areas of study include: Jigs & Fixtures, 32mm Cabinetmaking, Turning and an Introduction to CNC Programming.
Total Credits
5
Course Competencies
  1. Operate a Multiple Spindle Boring Machine (MSBM)
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill Demonstration
    Criteria
    Work is performed in a safe manner
    Identify parts, adjustments, and tooling associated with MSBM
    Create part using MSBM
    Accuracy to 0.4 mm

  2. Operate a tilting spindle shaper
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill Demonstration
    Criteria
    Work is performed in a safe manner
    Identify parts, adjustments, and tooling associated with a tilting spindle shaper
    Part is effectively created using tilting spindle shaper
    Accuracy to 0.4 mm

  3. Operate a CNC bore and dowel machine
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill Demonstration
    Criteria
    Work is performed in a safe manner
    Program parts at CNC
    Part is created using CNC Bore & Dowel Machine
    Accuracy to 0.4 mm

  4. Assemble solid wood buildups
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill Demonstration
    Criteria
    Work is performed in a safe manner
    Identify proper grain orientation
    Part is created using jointer, planer, table saw, and clamps
    Accuracy to 1/32”

  5. Fabricate jigs and fixtures
    Assessment Strategies
    Quiz, Skill Demonstration, and/or Test
    Criteria
    Work is performed in a safe manner
    Jig is designed with consideration for positioning, durability, chip control, locating, clamping, and safety
    Jig produces multiple identical parts
    Record and define the jig’s break even point
    Accuracy to 1/32”

  6. Produce cabinet doors
    Assessment Strategies
    Quiz, Skill Demonstration, and/or Test
    Criteria
    Work is performed in a safe manner
    Measurements are accurately defined for all components of three doors of various design
    Three cabinet doors meet plan’s specifications
    Accuracy to 1/32”

  7. Operate an edgebander
    Assessment Strategies
    Quiz, Skill Demonstration, and/or Test
    Criteria
    Work is performed in a safe manner
    Identify parts, adjustments, tooling, and materials associated with an edgebander
    Apply banding to a panel

  8. Produce Ready to Assemble (RTA) joinery
    Assessment Strategies
    Quiz, Skill Demonstration, and/or Test
    Criteria
    Work is performed in a safe manner
    RTA hardware is installed effectively, including, but not limited to: Rafix, Minifix, Confirmat, Keku, European cup hinges
    Produce RTA cabinet
    Accuracy to 0.25mm (flush) and 0.18mm (gap)

  9. Produce turned parts
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill Demonstration
    Criteria
    Work is performed in a safe manner
    Identify parts, adjustments, and tooling associated with a lathe
    Turn a billet round using a lathe

  10. Use a CNC machine to bore holes
    Assessment Strategies
    Quiz, Skill Demonstration, and/or Test
    Criteria
    Work is performed in a safe manner
    Use cartesian coordinates and Alphacam software to program boring
    Identify parts, adjustments, and tooling associated with the CNC machine
    Program is executed effectively on CNC to produce parts
    Accuracy to .75mm

  11. Produce frameless (32mm) cabinetry
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill Demonstration
    Criteria
    Work is performed in a safe manner
    Use plan
    32mm system frameless cabinet is successfully produced
    Accuracy to .75mm

  12. Demonstrate safe work habits
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill demonstration in lab
    Criteria
    Wear close-toed shoes, safety glasses, long pants
    Clothing is not loose to prevent accident with machines
    Jewelry does not interfere with shop tasks
    Hair is tied back to prevent accident with moving equipment
    Clear shop area for efficient and safe movement