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CON3160 Cabinetmaking – Cabinets & Countertops

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

Description
Students develop the knowledge and skills required to build and install a simple cabinet/countertop, complete with an appropriate backsplash and edge treatment.
Prerequisite
CON1120: Product Management
Parameters
Access to a materials and/or construction facility and to instruction from an individual with formal, specialized training in carpentry/cabinetry.
Supporting courses
CON1160: Manufactured Materials

Outcomes The student will:

  • 1 identify and describe common types of cabinets/countertops and installation procedures

    • 1.1 identify common countertop materials including:

      • 1.1.1 ceramic tile

      • 1.1.2 plastic laminate

      • 1.1.3 natural and synthetic marble

      • 1.1.4 moulded laminates

    • 1.2 identify typical methods and materials used to seal components

    • 1.3 describe the processes used to:

      • 1.3.1 apply ceramic tile

      • 1.3.2 apply plastic laminates

      • 1.3.3 install manufactured tops

    • 1.4 describe standard procedures to:

      • 1.4.1 cut and trim plastic laminates

      • 1.4.2 cut ceramic tile

  • 2 identify and describe a suitable edge treatment for a given application

    • 2.1 identify and describe typical edge treatments used with a given cabinet/countertop material

    • 2.2 select the appropriate material and edge treatment for a given application

  • 3 apply/install a given material to produce a suitable cabinet/countertop

    • 3.1 prepare a detailed material and procedural list

    • 3.2 identify and note the location of fixtures

    • 3.3 list and demonstrate the safe use of power tools used to install cabinet/countertop materials

    • 3.4 describe the health and safety issues that pertain to the use of specific solvents and adhesives

    • 3.5 use the appropriate tools, materials and processes to:

      • 3.5.1 measure and mark stock

      • 3.5.2 cut and fit materials

      • 3.5.3 attach components

      • 3.5.4 apply materials and edge treatments

      • 3.5.5 locate and prepare openings for fixtures

      • 3.5.6 clean and seal

  • 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 create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values

    • 5.1 identify short-term and long-term goals

    • 5.2 identify steps to achieve goals

Program of Studies 2010. Source document, © Alberta Education.