CABINETMAKING TECHNIQUES
Program Outline
Major: CABT
Length: 1 Year
Delivery: 3 Semesters
Credential: Ontario College Certificate
Effective: 2011 – 2012
Location: Barrie
Start: Fall
Description
This program gives students many project opportunities that develop the foundational knowledge and skills for the cabinetmaking industry. Many hands-on opportunities ensure that graduates are competent in all aspects of the industrial cabinetmaking/ woodworking field, from the planning stages to the application of final finishes on various products.
Career Opportunities
Our graduates enjoy success as employees in custom or production furniture building, millwork, kitchen cabinet making, furniture finishing and residential trim. Potential career opportunities include cabinetmaker, shop supervisor, machine set up technician, or self employment.
A graduate may wish to discuss the possibility of eligibility for apprenticeship credits into the Cabinetmaking apprenticeship program with the Ministry of Training Colleges and Universities.
Program Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- perform cabinetmaking activities safely to industry standards;
- determine joinery requirements for various types of cabinetmaking construction including sketches and shop drawings of common furniture and cabinet units;
- interpret drawings for production planning and estimating;
- select, maintain and operate hand tools, portable power tools and stationary machinery;
- select various grades of lumber and building materials;
- perform sanding and adhesive operations to industry standards;
- select and apply finishes and hardware used in manufacturing of furniture, cabinets and millwork;
- produce cabinets and other architectural specialties including stairs, millwork and mouldings to be installed in residential and commercial applications;
- apply mathematical solutions for cabinetmaking applications.
Program Progression
Sem 1 - Fall 2011
Sem 2 - Winter 2012
Sem 3 - Summer 2012
Admission Requirements
Applicants following the OSS curriculum must have an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD-30 credits) or equivalent. OSS applicants also require Grade 12 English (C) or (U) (ENG4C, ENG4U).
Applicants who are 19 years of age or over by the first day of classes, and who lack the academic entrance qualifications, may be considered for entrance to an appropriate post-secondary diploma or certificate program as mature applicants. Each applicant will be considered on an individual basis and acceptance will be determined by counselling, Communication Placement Assessment (CPA), previous post-secondary education and evaluation of experience. Some programs also have specific prerequisite requirements that must be met prior to admission. Mature applicants must meet all program specific prerequisites. Those applying as mature students and having no documentation of Grade 12 education must supply, if required, proof of age, such as a copy of an official birth certificate or driver's licence. Refer to Sections 2.5 and 2.6 of the Academic Calendar for further details.
Graduation Requirements
16 Mandatory Courses
1 General Education Course
1 Communications Course
Graduation Eligibility
To graduate from this program, the passing weighted average for promotion through each semester, and to graduate is 60%. Additionally, a student must attain a minimum of 50% or a letter grade of P (Pass) or S (Satisfactory) in each course in each semester.
Mandatory
ARCH1004 Architectural Specialties
CABT1000 Cabinetmaking Theory
CABT1001 Cabinetmaking Applications
CABT1002 Finishing Processes
CABT1003 Stationary Power Tools
CABT1004 Lumber and Millwork
CABT1005 Finishing Applications
CABT1006 Cabinetmaking Materials
CABT1007 Advanced Projects
CABT1008 Machine and Production Processes
CABT1009 Advanced Finishing
CONS1000 Construction Processes
CONS1001 Construction Applications
CONS1002 Advanced Construction
DRFT1009 Technical Drawings
MATH1007 Mathematics Techniques
The descriptions that follow provide brief outlines of the courses. Please note that some courses have prerequisite and/or corequisite requirements not shown here, that need to be met in order to enroll in the course. You will be advised of any requisite requirements during the registration process, or you can contact the academic area for further details.
Communications
COMM1000 College Communications
COMM1001 Communications at Work
General Education Courses
To be selected from College list
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
ARCH1004 Architectural Specialties 28 Hours
Students learn about the architectural industry in relation to the cabinetmaking trade. They also study the window and door, stair and railing, and built in and trim sectors. They also design and lay-out and build stairs to conform to current regulations.
COMM1000 College Communications 42.0 Hours
Effective communication skills are essential for success in college and career. This entry level course promotes development of college level skills related to information literacy and current communication technology. Students focus on writing, researching, presenting, editing and proofreading. They incorporate writing conventions, analyze and evaluate information, and prepare and deliver ideas orally. In addition, they edit and proofread their own and others’ writing.
COMM1001 Communications at Work 42.0 Hours
Students develop their communication skills for the workplace. Using available technology, they research, write, and edit work-related correspondence and short reports, individually and collaboratively. With audio-visual support, they prepare and deliver professional presentations that have vocational emphasis. In addition, students complete other communication tasks specific to their vocational areas.
CABT1000 Cabinetmaking Theory 28 Hours
This course focuses on the skills required to protect oneself and others by studying the legislative requirements, safety rules and personal protective devices needed to work in an industrial setting. This includes familiarizing students with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the Workers Safety Insurance Board. Students study application and safe operation of hand and stationary power tools. They also study breakout gluing, clamping and fasteners.
CABT1001 Cabinetmaking Applications 84 Hours
This practical course involves identifying, operating and maintaining a wide variety of portable hand and power tools to a level acceptable in the trade. Stationary power tools are also introduced. Students study set up, operation, and maintenance of a variety of stationary tools used in sawing, boring and sanding operations. There is also an individual project and production projects to be constructed in the shop.
CABT1002 Finishing Processes 28 Hours
This course introduces students to the safe use and maintenance of spray finish equipment including the make up air and spray booth components. Students perform prefinish operations and prepare work pieces for colours, sanding sealers and top coats. Toners, shaders and colour matching are also demonstrated. Projects built in the shop during this semester are finished to trade specifications.
CABT1003 Stationary Power Tools 28 Hours
This course reinforces the safe use of stationary power tools and determines the sequence of machining operations from these machine groups: saws, spindle moulders, boring machines, surfacing machines, overhead routers and sanding machines. It also includes safe use and set up of advanced stationary tools including the design and fabrication of jig and fixtures relating to the cabinetmaking industry.
CABT1004 Lumber and Millwork 28 Hours
Students learn the various steps and processes to ensure lumber and panel products are available for the woodworking industry. Harvesting and drying of solid wood are explored along with the manufacturing of panel products. Students also learn the methods and processes used in manufacturing components for the millwork industry. There is a focus on the environmental sustainability of this industry.
CABT1005 Finishing Applications 28 Hours
This course includes staining and spraying of lacquer products for projects constructed in the shop. Emphasis is placed on the work environment considering such factors as light, work flow, dust conditions, air flow temperature, and humidity. The repair, refinishing and design history of antique furniture are also examined.
CABT1006 Cabinetmaking Materials 28 Hours
This course familiarizes students with the materials used in a modern cabinet shop. The structure, density and moisture content are explored in both hardwoods and softwoods. The unique characteristics of domestic and tropical species are compared for defects, grades and physical properties and their uses, costs and sourcing.
CABT1007 Advanced Projects 84 Hours
In this course, students focus on various custom projects. Potentially, students work with clients from the community or College. Project work includes developing business and customer relations skills.
CABT1008 Machine and Production Processes 28 Hours
This course focuses on the set up, operation and maintenance of production stationary machines with an emphasis on cutting tools and their types uses. Students also learn production sequences for industrial woodworking applications from breakout to finishing.
CABT1009 Advanced Finishing 28 Hours
Students finish projects constructed during the semester. The course also includes the repair and touch up of furniture before shipment to the job site. Spray booth operation and maintenance are explored as are alternate spray systems and finishing methods.
COMM1000 – College Communications 42 Hours
This writing-intensive course promotes effective communication skills essential for student success in college and career. Learners advance their information literacy skills through writing, researching, presenting, and editing. Using College-standard word processing software, students apply appropriate academic language to specialized formats. Through revision strategies, students demonstrate the ability to compose messages that are clear and consistent.
COMM1001 – Communications at Work 42 Hours
In the workplace, employers require high standards of communication skills. Students develop their communication skills for the workplace as they research, write and edit work-related correspondence and reports. Using technology, they individually and collaboratively design and deliver professional presentations and meetings. This course focuses on communication tasks specific to students' program areas and their future careers.
CONS1000 Construction Processes 42 Hours
This course includes the design and construction techniques used in the building of various types of furniture. Emphasis is placed on selecting required joints, using appropriate fasteners, applying adhesives, performing preassembly and completing various sanding operations.
CONS1001 Construction Applications 98 Hours
This course expands on the design and construction techniques used in the building of furniture and kitchen cabinets. Students study ergonomics and how they relate to the design of standard and accessible cabinets and furniture. The 32 mm system of cabinet construction and how it has been integrated into the cabinet industry are examined.
CONS1002 Advanced Construction 42 Hours
This advanced course expands on fine woodworking techniques used in building frame and panel as well as case construction projects. It uses CNC machining in the manufacturing of cabinet components for shop projects to be built during the course.
DRFT1009 Technical Drawings 28 Hours
This course introduces students to three view and isometric drawings using standard mechanical drafting techniques. Students also draw full size geometric layouts for woodworking applications. Sketching is also studied. During the course students produce shop drawings for their compulsory projects to be built in the shop.
MATH1007 Mathematics Techniques 42 Hours
Students develop and promote the use of mental arithmetic, estimation skills, problem solving, and reasoning skills. This course is a consolidation of the principles and techniques of mathematics required for the technical trades.
Adults with significant life and work experience may receive credits toward a college certificate or diploma program through an assessment process.
More information about Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR)
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Last Update: July 28, 2011.