CON2160 Cabinetmaking – Web & Face Frame

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

Description: Students apply web and face frame construction techniques and use solid and/or manufactured materials to produce a built-in or modular cabinet.
Prerequisite: CON1120: Product Management
Parameters: Access to a woodworking or materials facility and to instruction from an individual with formal, specialized training in cabinetry/carpentry.

Outcomes The student will:

1 identify and describe the design features and processes used to construct a web and face frame product
- 1.1 describe the principal methods used to construct a built-in cabinet; e.g., on-site construction, modular system
- 1.2 identify the parts of a web frame cabinet
- 1.3 describe the types of joints used in web and face frame construction
- 1.4 describe safe set-up procedures to make common joints associated with web and face frame construction
- 1.5 identify the appropriate fastening systems used in economy and premium grade construction
2 prepare a detailed materials list and event sequence
- 2.1 select or modify a cabinet drawing that uses web and face frame construction
- 2.2 create a work schedule
- 2.3 prepare a material cutting list
3 build a cabinet, using web and face frame construction techniques
- 3.1 use the appropriate tools, materials and processes to:
  - 3.1.1 measure and lay out materials
  - 3.1.2 rough out materials
  - 3.1.3 machine joints and surfaces
  - 3.1.4 assemble, glue, fasten and clamp
  - 3.1.5 fill, scrape and sand
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