Cabinet Making

NVQ and Progression Awards at Level 2

self – paced learning modules assembled by Geoff Malthouse

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C & G (LI) - 5613 Hand Crafted Furniture (Cabinet Making) The NVQ Units:

1 (001). Contribute to the safety of the workplace. 2 (002). Contribute to the maintenance of product quality. 3. (008). Contribute to the effectiveness of the workplace 4 (009). Produce working specifications and workshop equipment 5 (004). Contribute to effective working relationships. 6 (010). Prepare to make hand crafted furniture 7 (011). Cut components and joints and assemble furniture. 8 (012). Complete hand crafted furniture

C & G - Progression Awards - Cabinet Making

The Progression award has a similar content as the NVQ Units 6, 7 and 8. The only difference is the form of Assessment and Certification. The Progression Award is achieved by a formal Multi-Choice type examination for the theoretical knowledge and a timed Project. Unit 1. Preparation for Cabinet Making (knowledge and understanding for Unit 6 above) Unit 2. Undertaking Cabinet Making (knowledge and understanding for Unit 7 above) Unit 3. Completing Cabinet Making (knowledge and understanding for Unit 8 above)

Reference List for the required knowledge: Most of the information and facts you require is provided in the Course Hand Book. Experience working under the instructions of a good craftsman or woman is however indispensable You are required to broaden you knowledge and research from the following books that are available in the College Library. You will also find copies in the Workshop Resources Room but these may only be read on site and may not be taken away. It is recommended that you that you buy one of the major woodworking books suggested below. Discuss your needs with your course tutor. Ernest Joyce, The Techniques of Furniture Making, Batsford, 0 71344407 X or Albert Jackson and David Day, Collins Wood Workers Manual, Collins, 0 00414005 2 Ian Hosker, Complete Wood finishing, Guild of Master Craftsman Publications, 0 946819335 Nick Rudkin, Machine Woodworking, Arnold, 0 34061423 4 For Timber Technology: Brian Porter & Reg Rose, C&J Bench and Site Skills, Arnold, 034064528 8 Regular reading of woodworking magazines in particular, Woodworking and Practical Woodworking is excellent value for picking up techniques, ideas, drawings and tips and tricks from reader’s world-wide. Another good source of knowledge is manufacturer’s catalogues whether they are furniture catalogues or tools, machinery or fittings and fixings. They all provide up to date knowledge of what is currently available and will give you ideas how to cut, assemble and finish jobs using traditional or up to date techniques.

Range of manual or hand tools, portable power tools, machinery and materials: Throughout this manual reference is made to the following ranges of hand tools, power tools and machinery that should be used to provide evidence for the units that follow: You must use all these tools and materials to obtain the full award.

Manual tools: 1. Square 2. Mitre square 3. Panel saw 4. Tenon saw 5. Dovetail saw 6. Cutting gauge 7. Marking gauge 8. Jack plane 9. Smoothing plane 10. Block plane 11. Scraper plane 12. Either rebate plane or shoulder plane or bull nose plane 13. Bevel-edged chisel 14. Two of: mortice; firmer paring chisels 15. Sash cramp 16. G-cramp 17. Edging/lipping cramp 18. Rule 19. Marking knife 20. Straight edge 21. Cabinet scraper 22. Honing stones 23. Mallet

Power tools: 1. Band saw 2. Circular saw 3. Hand router 4. Electric drill 5. Electric grind stone 6. Morticer 7. Planer-thicknesser 8. Biscuit joiner 9. Electric belt sander

Materials: 1. Natural timbers:

Pine English oak Mahogany 2. Wood composites: Plywood Chipboard MDF

Handcrafted Cabinet Making Level 2 6955-08 Unit 029 Preparation for Handcrafted Cabinet Making Introduction

The unit covers the preparation of furniture by drawings, specifications, cutting lists. Preparation of rough sawn timber and boards, etc to sized components ready to commence the jointing and assembly. It also includes preparation of the work area, selection of tools, machinery, etc. all in a safe manner.

There will be five performance outcomes. The candidate can 1. prepare drawings and extract information to produce cutting lists and written specifications 2. identify, select, prepare and maintain tools, equipment and the work area 3. produce patterns, templates, jigs, workshop tools and devices 4. identify and select materials from a range of timber and timber derivatives 5. safely perform machining operations to bring materials to size.

Handcrafted Cabinet Making Level 2 6955-08 Unit 029:1 Outcome 1: Prepare drawings and extract information to produce cutting lists and written specifications Underpinning knowledge The candidate can explain 1. how to identify and use a standard range of drawing office equipment 2. how to interpret full-size and scale drawings 3. why cutting lists are necessary 4. how to cost materials in a simple cutting list 5. the sequence of operations to produce simple cabinet furniture 6. how to specify materials, tools and equipment. Safety The candidate can 1. explain and demonstrate the safe handling of tools, materials, machines and equipment required to

carry out the Practical activities and to meet current legislation, where appropriate 2. comply with all current HSE, employment legislation and codes of practice. Tasks You are required to undertake the following tasks: Read and research the required knowledge using the course hand book, resources listed below and produce the following:

1. Select from projects that you are undertaking: a. Produce a freehand sketch b. Draw a simple orthographic drawing with views of Plan, Side and End elevations. c. Draw simple isometric projection. d. Draw simple oblique projection. e. Draw simple two-point perspective drawing.

2. Draw the following simple planes and label the components together with the formulae of area, and perimeter; square, rectangle, Parallegram, triangle, trapezium, circle, ellipse and sector.

3. Draw the following solid geometric figures and label the components together with the formulae for volume and lateral surface area; Rectanglar prism (cube), Rectangular pyramid, Cylinder, Cone and Sphere.

4. Prepare a Cutting list. 5. Prepare a Furniture Specification. Whilst carrying out practical projects, demonstrate: 6. extracting and interpreting instructions from a range of drawings and specifications

Resources Joyce – The technique of Furniture Making, Part VIII Chapter 36, Setting out, Cutting lists. Chapter 37, The Drawing Office. Chapter 38, Projections. Chapter 39, Perspective drawing Chapter 40, Workshop geometry. Appendix: Costing and estimating. You may also research information from other text books available, and: The Internet by browsing for required information using Search engines and other links

Handcrafted Cabinet Making Level 2 6955-08 Unit 029:2 Outcome 2: Identify, select, prepare and maintain tools, equipment and the work area Underpinning knowledge The candidate can 1. identify and state the use of tools and equipment for

a) marking out b) cutting c) shaping

2. describe power sources available for use with powered hand tools 3. identify and explain the use of powered hand tools including

a) drill b) screwdriver c) sanders d) circular saw e) jigsaw f) router g) biscuit jointer h) staple gun i) pin gun j) glue gun

4. identify and state the use of machine tools including a) pull-over crosscut saw b) dimension saw c) surface planer d) thickness planer e) narrow bandsaw f) chisel morticer g) single ended tenoner h) spindle moulder i) high speed router j) boring machine k) wood turning lathe l) mitre guillotine m) grinder.

5. explain the importance of sharp tools 6. state grinding and sharpening angles for edged hand tools 7. sketch the tooth size and shape for rip and cross-cut hand saws, and explain why these differ 8. describe the sharpening processes for hand tools including

a) chisels b) gouges c) plane irons d) saws e) drill bits f) scrapers

9. explain how to test tools for sharpness and performance accuracy 10. outline routine maintenance needed for hand, powered hand and machine tools 11. list routine maintenance and housekeeping schedules. Safety The candidate can 1 . explain and demonstrate the safe handling of tools, materials, machines and equipment required to carry out the Practical activities and to meet current legislation, where appropriate

2. comply with all current HSE, employment legislation and codes of practice.

Tasks You are required to undertake the following tasks: Read and research the required knowledge using the course handbook, resources listed below and produce the following:

1. List power sources available for powered hand tools

2. List the grinding and shapening angles of plane irons and chisels. 3. State how hollowing of the oilstone may be avoided especially when honing a gouge. 4. List with pros and cons the different sharpening systems currrently available. 5. Poduce a table showing the routine maintence needed for hand, powered hand and machine

tools. 6. Sketch the the tooth size and shape for rip and cross cut saws. 7. Sketch and label the teeth of a rip and crosscut saw, explain what negative and positive hook

means. Whilst carrying out practical projects in the workshop: 8. Identifying and selecting hand, powered hand and machine tools for specific operations. 9. Preparing hand, powered hand and machine tools for use. (including, changing tooling, blades, cutters, etc. Grind and sharpen chisels and plane blades correctly.) 10. Preparing and maintaining the work area.

Resources Joyce – The technique of Furniture Making, Part II Chapter 8, Cabinetmakers bench and assessories. Chapter 9, Hand tools. Chapter 10, Portable Power Tools. Chapter 11, Woodwork machinery. Or/and Jackson & Day - Complete Woodworkers Manual, Pages

76, etc. Measuring and marking tools. 80, etc. Handsaws. 88, etc. Bench plane. 98, etc. Chisels. 102, etc. Sharpening, stones. 106, etc. Grinders. 108, etc. Spokeshaves. 110, etc. Scrapers. 111,etc. Wood rasps and files. 112, etc. Drills and braces. 115, etc. Hammers. 116, etc. Mallets. 118, etc. Screwdrivers. 120, etc. Cramps.

124, etc. Power tools 156, etc. Machione Tools You may also research information from other text books available, and: The Internet by browsing for required information using Search engines and other links

Handcrafted Cabinet Making Level 2 6955-08 Unit 029:3 Outcome 3: Produce patterns, templates, jigs, workshop tools and devices Underpinning knowledge The candidate can explain 1. the principles underlying the preparation of patterns and templates from working drawings or rods 2. the factors to be considered when taking measurements and preparing templates for room fitments or

built-in furniture 3. how to recognise architectural details for the preparation of drawings taking these details into

consideration 4. the advantages of using patterns and templates for repetition of work 5. the factors incorporated in the design of a simple work holding jig 6. how simple jigs can be used to increase the accuracy scope and safe use of powered hand tools and

machines 7. the uses of a range of handmade workshop tools and devices including

a) bench hook b) shooting board c) scratch stock d) screw scratch e) winding sticks f) mitre block g) mullet h) pinch rods i) squaring rod.

Safety The candidate can 1 . explain and demonstrate the safe handling of tools, materials, machines and equipment required to carry out the Practical activities and to meet current legislation, where appropriate

2. comply with all current HSE, employment legislation and codes of practice

Tasks You are required to undertake the following tasks: Read and research the required knowledge using the course handbook, resources listed below and produce the following:

1. State the use of templates, materials used to produce them. 2. State the use of jigs and give some examples. 3. List materials and hardware used in manufacture of jigs. 4. Research and lists various ways of copying existing shapes. 5. State the use of the tools used in surveying for room fitments including: tape, pinch-rod, straight

edge, plumb level,optical and electronic aids. Whilst carrying out practical projects in the workshop: 6. Setting out and producing patterns and templates from working drawings or rods. 7. Constructing a simple jig to assist in the production of furniture components. 8. Constructing handmade workshop tools and devices including scratch stock and winding sticks.

Resources Joyce – The technique of Furniture Making, Chapter 36, Setting out and cutting lists, Jigs & templates, measured work, copying details. Chapter 8, Holding devices, sawing and planing appliances. Or/and Jackson & Day - Complete Woodworkers Manual, Pages 212, etc. Workbench accessories. You may also research information from other text books available, and: The Internet by browsing for required information using Search engines and other links.

Handcrafted Cabinet Making Level 2 6955-08 Unit 029: 4 Outcome 4: Identify and select materials from a range of timber and timber derivatives Underpinning knowledge The candidate can 1. explain how a tree grows by increasing its girth and height 2. state the characteristics and function of

a) roots b) trunk c) crown d) ray e) pith f) heartwood g) sapwood h) cambium i) bast j) bark

3. describe the difference between deciduous and coniferous trees and relate them to hardwood and softwood

4. locate on a map of the world the three main forest belts stating whether they are deciduous coniferous or mixed.

5. compare the conversion of timber by radial sawing with tangential sawing and describe the resulting figure and grain pattern

6. outline the properties of radially and tangentially sawn timber. 7. explain in outline how logs are peeled and sliced 8. describe the cutting methods most suitable for constructional and decorative veneers 9. identify from a sketch of a tree trunk the position of

a) burr b) butt c) crotch

10. identify various materials classified as veneers. 11. identify defects and their causes including

a) knots b) cup shakes c) ring shakes d) heart shakes e) star shakes f) compression failure (thunder shake) g) splits h) checks i) cupping j) twisting k) bowing l) springing m) case hardening n) collapse o) honeycombing

12. outline the general conditions under which wood is attacked by fungi and insects 13. outline the life cycle of woodworm (Anobium punctatum) and the action necessary for eradication 14. outline the procedure for making regular product quality checks. 15. describe the properties and construction of manufactured board materials including

a) plywood b) particle board c) fibre board.

The candidate can explain the

16. method of determining the moisture content of a sample of timber by a) weighing and drying b) electronic meter

17. process of reducing the moisture content in green timber by natural and artificial seasoning methods 18. difference in movement between tangentially and radially sawn boards.

Safety The candidate can 1 . explain and demonstrate the safe handling of tools, materials, machines and equipment required to carry out the Practical activities and to meet current legislation, where appropriate

2. comply with all current HSE, employment legislation and codes of practice.

Tasks You are required to undertake the following tasks: Read and research the required knowledge using the course handbook, resources listed below and produce the following:

1. Sketch cross section of trunk , main parts, functions, etc. 2. Sketch showing summer and winter growth of a cross section of a. hard and b. soft wood. 3. Sketch a typical outline of a. decideous and b. coniferoustree.Label the main parts including the

location of burr, but, crotch, roots, trunk and crown, etc. List the characteristics of each type. 4. Obain a map of the world and show the major timber produces regions and the timber they

produce. 5. Sketch and outline the properties of a. tangential and b. radially sawn timber. 6. Give the advantages and disadvantages of boards produced by the above two processes. 7. Sketch the main defects of timber a. natural defects and b. production/seasoning defects. 8. Give an account of the conditions likely to lead to decay and infestation of timber. 9. Sketch and describe the life cycle of woodworm. 10. Obtain manufacturers brochures, etc or sketch the main mand made board materials giving their

properties, characteristics and recommended uses in the furniture industry and workshop use. 11. Describe the two main methods of obtaining samples and determining moisture content of

timber. 12. Describe with sketches a. natural and b. TWO artificial, seasoning methods with the pros and

cons of each method. Whilst carrying out practical projects in the workshop: 13. Identifying and selecting materials to be used in a given specification. 14. Identifying hardwood and softwood samples of timber in normal use and briefly stating their

working properties. 15. Checking materials for common defects.

Resources Joyce – The technique of Furniture Making, Chapter 1, Woods (hardwoods and softwoods) Or/and Jackson & Day - Complete Woodworkers Manual, Pages 10, etc. How trees grow. Pages 12, etc. Converting wood. Pages 14, etc. Selecting wood. Pages 15, etc. Properties of wood. Pages 16, etc. Softwood and hardwoods of the world. Pages 34, etc. Mand made boards. You may also research information from other text books available, and: The Internet by browsing for required information using Search engines and other links

Handcrafted Cabinet Making Level 2 6955-08 Unit 029: 5 Outcome 5: Safely perform machining operations to bring materials to size Underpinning knowledge The candidate can explain 1. the scope and operation of those machines primarily used to bring material to size 2. the ripping and cross-cutting action of saw teeth used on circular and narrow band saws 3. in outline the cutting action used in surface planing and thicknessing machines 4. how to make safe adjustment to saw blades, machine tables, fences and guards 5. outline the procedure for making regular product quality checks. Safety The candidate can 1 . explain and demonstrate the safe handling of tools, materials, machines and equipment required to carry out the Practical activities and to meet current legislation, where appropriate

2. comply with all current HSE, employment legislation and codes of practice.

Tasks You are required to undertake the following tasks: Read and research the required knowledge using the course handbook, resources listed below and produce the following:

1. Read and understand Woodworking machinery rules and guidance notes and posters. 2. Attend demonstration and individual machine safety check before using machinery under

supervision. 3. Complete individual machine assessment check.

Whilst carrying out practical projects in the workshop: 4. Bringing timber and manufactured board to size using

a. pull-over crosscut saw b. dimension saw c. narrow bandsaw.

5. Preparing timber to specification dimensions using a. surface planer b. thickness planer.

Resources Joyce – The technique of Furniture Making; Chapter, 11, Woodworking machinery Or/and Jackson & Day - Complete Woodworkers Manual, Pages, 156, etc. Woodworking machines You may also research information from other text books available, and: The Internet by browsing for required information using Search engines and other links

Handcrafted Cabinet Making Level 2 6955-08 Unit 030 Undertaking Handcrafted Cabinet Making Introduction This unit covers the actual production of components, jointing and assembly of the cabinet of furniture piece. It includes shaped work, veneered components and the manufacture of templates, jigs and other workshop aids.

There will be five performance outcomes. The candidate can 1. use tools and equipment to perform practical tasks 2. construct a range of joints 3. explain methods of producing shaped and veneered components 4. construct items of cabinet furniture 5. assemble items of cabinet furniture.

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Handcrafted Cabinet Making Level 2 6955-08 Unit 030: 1 Outcome 1: Use tools and equipment to perform practical tasks Underpinning knowledge The candidate can explain the setting and use of 1. hand tools and equipment for

a) marking out b) work holding c) cutting d) shaping e) assembly

2. a) powered hand tools b) machines

3. a) templates and jigs b) workshop tools and devices.

Safety The candidate can 1 . explain and demonstrate the safe handling of tools, materials, machines and equipment required to carry out the Practical activities and to meet current legislation, where appropriate

2. comply with all current HSE, employment legislation and codes of practice.

Tasks You are required to undertake the following tasks: Read and research the required knowledge using the course handbook, resources listed below and produce the following:

1. Read and understand Woodworking machinery rules and guidance notes and posters. 2. Attend demonstration and individual machine safety check before using machinery under

supervision. 3. Complete individual machine assessment check.

Whilst carrying out practical projects in the workshop: 4. Using a full range of hand tools to perform practical tasks. 5. Using a range of powered hand tools to perform practical tasks. 6. Using a range of machine tools to perform practical tasks. 7. Using jigs to aid safety. 8. Using workshop tools and devices.

Resources Jackson & Day - Complete Woodworkers Manual, Pages, 76, etc. Hand tools Pages 124, etc. Power tools Pages 156, etc. Machine tools You may also research information from other text books available, and: The Internet by browsing for required information using Search engines and other links

Handcrafted Cabinet Making Level 2 6955-08 Unit 030: 2 Outcome 2: Construct a range of joints Underpinning knowledge The candidate can 1. identify common joints 2. determine those joints which primarily rely on

a) mechanical strength b) adhesion

3. specify joints for given constructions using a) solid timber b) manufactured boards

4. name a range of hand, powered hand and machine tools required to produce joints 5. outline the procedure for making regular product quality checks. Safety The candidate can 1 . explain and demonstrate the safe handling of tools, materials, machines and equipment required to carry out the Practical activities and to meet current legislation, where appropriate

2. comply with all current HSE, employment legislation and codes of practice.

Tasks You are required to undertake the following tasks: Read and research the required knowledge using the course handbook, resources listed below and produce the following:

1. Complete jointing exercises to tolerances quoted. Whilst carrying out practical projects in the workshop:

2. Measuring and marking out a range of joints. 3. Cutting a range of joints. 4. Constructing a range of joints.

Resources Joyce – The technique of Furniture Making; Chapter 14, Jointing techniques. 15, Edge jointing. 16, Housing, dado, halving and bridle joints. 17, Mortise and tenon joints. 18, Dowel joints, 19, Dovetailing. Or/and Jackson & Day - Complete Woodworkers Manual, Pages 216, Butt joints. 218, Lap joints. 219, Halving joints. 222, Edge joints, 224, Housing joints. 226, Mortise and tenon joints. 235, Bridle joints. 236, Dowel joints. 238, Dovetail joints. 246, Board joints. You may also research information from other text books available, and: The Internet by browsing for required information using Search engines and other links

Handcrafted Cabinet Making Level 2 6955-08 Unit 030: 3 Outcome 3: Explain methods ofproducing shaped and veneered components Underpinning knowledge The candidate can 1. explain how shaped components are made by

a) cutting from solid b) building up c) laminating d) steam bending

2. describe in outline the process of laminating timber using single and matched formers 3. list timbers suitable for steam bending. 4. list the processes involved in trimming veneers by

a) hand b) guillotine c) saw

5. explain methods of jointing veneers 6. name suitable adhesives for hand and press veneering 7. describe how to prepare substrates in readiness for veneering 8. explain the matching of veneers by

a) book b) end (butt) c) quartered d) random

9. explain the need of a balancing veneer 10. list the tools and equipment required for veneering by

a) hand b) caul c) platen press d) vacuum press

11. describe a simple former and its application for veneering curved panels. Safety The candidate can 1 . explain and demonstrate the safe handling of tools, materials, machines and equipment required to carry out the Practical activities and to meet current legislation, where appropriate

2. comply with all current HSE, employment legislation and codes of practice.

Tasks You are required to undertake the following tasks: Read and research the required knowledge using the course handbook, resources listed below and produce the following: Whilst carrying out practical projects in the workshop:

1. Using patterns and templates to mark out shaped components. 2. Cutting shaped components. 3. Constructing materials to form shaped components. 4. Cutting and matching veneers by hand. 5. Joining veneers edge to edge to given simple patterns. 6. Laying veneers on small, flat panels by hand and press.

Resources Joyce – The technique of Furniture Making; Chapter 32, Veneering. 35, Curved work. Or/and Jackson & Day - Complete Woodworkers Manual, Pages 250, etc. Bending wood. 259, etc. Veneering You may also research information from other text books available, and: The Internet by browsing for required information using Search engines and other links

Handcrafted Cabinet Making Level 2 6955-08 Unit 030: 4 Outcome 4: Construct items of cabinet furniture Underpinning knowledge The candidate can 1. identify from drawings the components of a carcase in framed and solid construction 2. name the major components of

a) cabinets b) tables c) chairs

3. describe the reasons for using framed and panel constructions 4. outline the principals of knock-down furniture construction 5. specify suitable joints and methods of construction for simple cabinets using

a) solid timber b) manufactured boards

6. outline the use of veneer substitutes in carcase construction and finish 7. describe the methods of constructing

a) doors b) drawers

8. specify material sizes suitable for the construction of a simple piece of furniture 9. outline the mechanical and structural properties of frames and carcases 10. explain the principle of making a piece of furniture more rigid 11. explain the simple mechanical movements of

a) tambours b) fall front cabinets c) draw-leaf tables d) drop-leaf tables e) glazed doors f) mirror frames

12. recognise architectural details used in furniture. Safety The candidate can 1. explain and demonstrate the safe handling of tools, materials, machines and equipment required to

carry out the Practical activities and to meet current legislation, where appropriate 1. comply with all current HSE, employment legislation and codes of practice.

Tasks You are required to undertake the following tasks: Read and research the required knowledge using the course handbook, resources listed below and produce the following:

1. Complete set projects from provided drawings and cuttings lists. a. Table/stool construction b. Cupboard with flush door. c. Hall table with flush drawer. d. Chest/box construction using framed techniques.

2. Individual designs to complete portfolio agreed with trainer. Resources Joyce – The technique of Furniture Making; Chapter 21, Carcase construction. 22, Legs and frame construction 23, Door construction. 24, Drawer construction. 25, Fall flap, tambours, etc. Or/and Jackson & Day - Complete Woodworkers Manual, Pages 50, Principles of chair construction. 55, Principles of table construction. 61, Principles of storage unit construction. You may also research information from other text books available, and:

The Internet by browsing for required information using Search engines and other links

Handcrafted Cabinet Making Level 2 6955-08 Unit 030:5 Outcome 5: Assemble items of cabinet fumiture Underpinning knowledge The candidate can 1. describe the types, grit sizes, adhesives and backings of abrasive papers and cloths 2. state the reasons for selection of

a) glass b) garnet c) aluminium oxide d) silicon carbide

3. state the reasons for using open and closed coat abrasives. 4. explain how adhesives bond surfaces together 5. state the properties and specify the uses of

a) animal glue b) polyvinyl acetate c) synthetic resins d) natural and synthetic rubber based e) hot-melt f) epoxy resin

6. classify common adhesives into the groups of a) solvent loss b) chemical change c) temperature change

7. explain in simple terms how adhesives change from a liquid to a solid 8. describe what is meant by

a) shelf life b) pot life c) open time d) curing time e) pre-curing f) bleed through g) show through

9. explain the effects of temperature on the curing of synthetic resins 10. outline the principle of applying heat using

a) low voltage b) mains voltage c) high frequency.

11. indicate the sequence of assembly for a) solid carcases b) framed and panel carcases c) doors d) drawers e) tables f) chairs

12. specify suitable a) screws b) pins/nails c) staples d) knock-down fittings

13. explain how a carcase can be checked for true and square 14. describe methods of attaching tops and plinths to frames and carcases Safety The candidate can 1. explain and demonstrate the safe handling of tools, materials, machines and equipment required to

carry out the Practical activities and to meet current legislation, where appropriate 2. comply with all current HSE, employment legislation and codes of practice. Tasks You are required to undertake the following tasks:

Read and research the required knowledge using the course handbook, resources listed below and produce the following:

1. List the various types of abrasives available, their grit range and typical uses. 2. State the two classifications of adhesives and their characteristics. 3. List the classes of durability and explain their limits of use. 4. Produce a table of adhesives showing the following; class, durability and common uses. 5. Explain the meaning of the terms; shelf life, pot life, open time, curing time, pre-curing, bleed

through and show through. 6. Describe the the principles of RF heating using, low voltage, mains voltage and high frequency. 7. List the safety measures to be taken when using adhesives.

Whilst carrying out practical projects in the workshop: 8. Cleaning-up furniture components ready for sub-assembly and final assembly.

9. Preparing different types of adhesives. 10. Applying adhesives prior to assembly. 11. Assembling components to form simple items of cabinet furniture.

Resources Joyce – The technique of Furniture Making; Chapter 6 Adhesives.

7 Abrasives. 35 Pages 342, etc. heat accelaration of glue sets. 21 Carcase construction. 22 Legs and frames. 22 Drawers and trays. 26 Srews, nails and pins 31 KD fittings.

Or/and Jackson & Day - Complete Woodworkers Manual, Pages 302 Woodwork adhesives

304 Woodscrews. 305 Nails. 308 KD fittings. 284 Preparing the surface. 50 Principles of chair construction. 55 Principles of table construction. 61 Principles of storage unit construction.

It is a good idea to collect trade brochures on all these products. Some very good little booklets are available and are free to collect from hardware shops or direct from the manufacturers. You may also research information from other text books available, and: The Internet by browsing for required information using Search engines and other links

Handcrafted Cabinet Making Level 2 6955-08 Unit 031 Completing Handcrafted Cabinet Making Introduction This unit covers the the final completion of the cabinet or furniture piece. It includes the identification, selection and techniques for the application of fixtures ahd fittings, as well as the inspection, adjustment and repair of furniture.

There will be three performance outcomes.

The candidate can 1. fit a range of doors, drawers and cabinet hardware 2. apply mouldings 3. make necessary repairs and adjustments. .

Handcrafted Cabinet Making Level 2 6955-08 Unit 031: 1 Outcome 1: Fit a range of doors, drawers and cabinet hardware Underpinning knowledge The candidate can explain the applications of 1 .hinges including

a) butt b) flush c) pivot d) back flap e) lay-on concealed f) table g) soss h) cylinder i) piano

2. locks including

a) straight cupboard b) cut cupboard c) drawer d) box e) sliding door f) cylinder

3. catches including a) magnetic b) ball c) touch

4. bolts including a) straight b) necked c) flush

5. stays including a) rule joint b) quadrant c) sliding

6. handles and knobs including a) swan-neck b) flush/recessed c) drop d) ring e) turned

7. castors including a) wheel b) orbit c) pin d) plate.

The candidate can

8. explain door and drawer actions 9. describe types of drawer runners and kickers 10. state the use of escutcheons 11. explain why fittings are sometimes removed before polishing and then refitted Safety The candidate can 1 . explain and demonstrate the safe handling of tools, materials, machines and equipment required to carry out the Practical activities and to meet current legislation, where appropriate

2. comply with all current HSE, employment legislation and codes of practice.

Tasks You are required to undertake the following tasks:

Read and research the required knowledge using the course handbook, resources listed below and produce the following: Whilst carrying out practical projects in the workshop: 1. Bringing a door to correct size to fit a carcase. 2. Bringing a drawer to correct size to fit a carcase. 3. Positioning and fitting cabinet hardware including

a) hinges b) locks c) escutcheon d) catches e) handles.

Resources Joyce – The technique of Furniture Making; Chapter 27 Hinges and hinging.

27 Locks. 28 Catches, bolts and handles. 24 Drawer construction

Or/and Jackson & Day - Complete Woodworkers Manual, Pages 306, etc. Hinges 309, etc. Locks and catches. 310, etc. Stays and handles. 61, etc. Storage units construction principles. It is a good idea to collect trade brochures, catalogues, etc. on all these products. Some very good little booklets are available and are free to collect from hardware shops or direct from the manufacturers. You may also research information from other text books available, and: The Internet by browsing for required information using Search engines and other links

Handcrafted Cabinet Making Level 2 6955-08 Unit 031:2 Outcome 2: Apply mouldings Underpinning knowledge The candidate can 1. describe mouldings including

a) ovolo b) ogee c) cavetto d) astragal e) cock bead f) fluting g) reeding

2. outline simple decorative features including a) carved/pressed motifs b) lozenges/bosses c) patera

3. name materials suitable for mouldings. Safety The candidate can 1. explain and demonstrate the safe handling of tools, materials, machines and equipment required to

carry out the Practical activities and to meet current legislation, where appropriate 2. comply with all current HSE, employment legislation and codes of practice. Tasks You are required to undertake the following tasks: Read and research the required knowledge using the course handbook, resources listed below and produce the following:

1. Sketch all the common mouldings and decorative features quoted above. 2. List the various materials used for the manufacture of mouldings, etc. 3. List the various ways of fixing mouldings and decorative features.

Whilst carrying out practical projects in the workshop: 4. Preparing a range of mouldings. 5. Bringing mouldings to size ready for application. 6. Positioning and fitting mouldings.

Resources Joyce – The technique of Furniture Making; Chapter 34 Mouldings, lippings and edges. Or/and Jackson & Day - Complete Woodworkers Manual, Pages 265, etc. Banding, inlays and motifs. It is a good idea to collect trade brochures, catalogues, etc. .ie. Richard Burbage catalogues) on all these products. Some very good little booklets are available and are free to collect from hardware shops or direct from the manufacturers You may also research information from other text books available, and: The Internet by browsing for required information using Search engines and other links

Handcrafted Cabinet Making Level 2 6955-08 Unit 031: 3 Outcome 3: Make necessary repairs and adjustments Underpinning knowledge The candidate can 1 . outline the procedure for making regular product quality checks

2. state the implications of not correcting quality deviations efficiently

3. identify causes of damage 4. explain methods of avoiding damage. Safety The candidate can 1 . explain and demonstrate the safe handling of tools, materials, machines and equipment required to carry out the Practical activities and to meet current legislation, where appropriate

2. comply with all current HSE, employment legislation and codes of practice.

Tasks You are required to undertake the following tasks: Read and research the required knowledge using the course handbook, resources listed below and produce the following: Whilst carrying out practical projects in the workshop:

1. Removing dents, bruises and scratches from damaged components. 2. Making repairs to damaged components. 3. Making adjustments when fitting doors and drawers.

Resources Joyce – The technique of Furniture Making; Chapter 47 Structural repairs. 48 Surface damages. You may also research information from other text books available, and: The Internet by browsing for required information using Search engines and other links