Cabinetmaking Syllabus

 

  1. Texts and References

Agricultural Mechanics Fundamentals & Applications 3rd Edition, Delmar, 1997

Modern Woodworking, Goodheart-Willcox, 1991

Various other Agricultural Education and FFA videotapes, computer software programs, and related materials

  1. Course Description

We will discuss topics in woodworking, cabinetmaking, small gas engines, careers, basic welding, and others. We will be doing group and individual projects in the shop and around the school and community.

  1. Instructional Philosophy and Delivery Plan

The most frequently use education delivery method will utilize hands-on learning. There will also be lecture, demonstration, guest speaker, and content reading methods of education. Students are expected to meet all of the course goals and demonstrate an understanding with a minimum of 70% accuracy in order to pass this course. Grading will be accomplished through the use of tests, quizzes, projects, class participation, and personal progress.

  1. Course Goals

Students Will Be Able To…

  1. Course outline

Orientation

a.      Introduction of myself and students

b.      Introduction to the course

Safety

a.      Shop safety

b.      Tool Safety

Tools

a.      Identification

b.      Uses

Carpentry

a.      Drawing plans

b.      Construction

Planning and Designing furniture and cabinets

a.      Shop projects

b.      Est. costs of projects

c.      Selecting materials

Project construction

Shop projects

Furniture and cabinet work

Automotive

a.      Terms

b.      Engine maintenance

c.      Body work

2-cycle engines

4-cycle engines

Welding

a.      Arc welding

b.      Wire feed/ MIG welding

c.      Oxy-Acetylene welding

d.      Brazing

Cutting

a.      Torch

b.      Plasma

Make wise selection and use of materials

Draw and follow plans in the building process

Have a specified knowledge of tools and their uses

Know about careers dealing with cabinetmaking and understand its role as a hobby

Define terms dealing with automotive repair and maintenance

Explain the difference between a 2- and 4-cycle engine

Explain how each works

Demonstrate proper use of each type of welding machine