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CON2150 Finishing & Refinishing

Intermediate · 1 credit · TMT - Trades, Manufacturing and Transportation

Description
Students use knowledge of finishing materials and finishing techniques to apply new and replacement finishes.
Prerequisite
CON1010: Construction Tools & Materials
Parameters
Access to a woodworking or materials facility and to instruction from an individual with specialized training in finishing/refinishing.

Outcomes The student will:

  • 1 identify common finishes and finishing/refinishing techniques

    • 1.1 describe techniques that are used to:

      • 1.1.1 identify an existing finish

      • 1.1.2 remove a stain or finish

      • 1.1.3 prepare a surface for refinishing

    • 1.2 explain:

      • 1.2.1 bleaching and staining

      • 1.2.2 filling and sealing

      • 1.2.3 creating a distressed finish

    • 1.3 identify common finishes and applications

    • 1.4 explain the purpose of a filler and sealer

    • 1.5 identify the preferred method of applying each of the above finishes; e.g., brush, roller, rag, spray gun

    • 1.6 describe what thinners and cleaners are used in conjunction with a given finish

  • 2 identify and describe the health hazards and Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) regulations associated with the products used in finishing/refinishing

    • 2.1 describe the manufacturers’ recommendations and WHMIS regulations that apply to the use and storage of a given product

    • 2.2 for a refinishing project, identify:

      • 2.2.1 the nature of the existing finish and finish removers

      • 2.2.2 appropriate personal protective equipment

    • 2.3 for new and old surfaces, do the following:

      • 2.3.1 select a suitable new or replacement finish

      • 2.3.2 prepare a detailed set of step-by-step finishing procedures

      • 2.3.3 clean the product and the work site

  • 3 demonstrate appropriate finishing/refinishing techniques

    • 3.1 use the appropriate tools, materials and techniques to:

      • 3.1.1 remove an existing finish

      • 3.1.2 stain and seal

      • 3.1.3 apply the necessary topcoats

      • 3.1.4 sand, rub and polish, as required

    • 3.2 discard all rags and used materials in the appropriate containers

    • 3.3 identify ways to improve the quality of a finish

  • 4 demonstrate basic competencies

    • 4.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:

      • 4.1.1 communicate

      • 4.1.2 manage information

      • 4.1.3 use numbers

      • 4.1.4 think and solve problems

    • 4.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:

      • 4.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours

      • 4.2.2 be responsible

      • 4.2.3 be adaptable

      • 4.2.4 learn continuously

      • 4.2.5 work safely

    • 4.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:

      • 4.3.1 work with others

      • 4.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 5 identify possible life roles related to the skills and content of this cluster

    • 5.1 recognize and then analyze the opportunities and barriers in the immediate environment

    • 5.2 identify potential resources to minimize barriers and maximize opportunities

Program of Studies 2009. Source document, © Alberta Education.