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Center for Curriculum and Transfer Articulation
Introduction to Cabinetmaking
Course: GTC144

First Term: 2008 Fall
 Lec + Lab   3 Credit(s)   5 Period(s)   4.4 Load  
Subject Type: Occupational
Load Formula: S


Description: Techniques and projects to produce complex cabinet projects. Includes project planning, working from plans, material cost analysis, and advanced finishing techniques



MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Draw working plans to build a cabinet. (I-III) 2. Construct a cabinet with a shelf, a drawer, a door, and a countertop. (IV-IX) 3. Apply a finish to cabinet where applicable. (X)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.
 
MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Types of cabinet construction
   A. Face frame
   B. European frameless
II. Drawing for cabinetwork
   A. Design
   B. Scale
   C. Detail
   D. Standard size
III. Material selection
   A. Plywood
   B. Hardwood
   C. Veneers
   D. Other
IV. Cabinet construction
   A. Layout
   B. Framing
   C. Facing
   D. Drawer guide
V. Drawers
   A. Type of fit
   B. Methods of construction
   C. Materials used
   D. Installation
VI. Shelves
   A. Fixed
   B. Adjustable/moveable
VII. Doors
   A. Flush
   B. Overlay
   C. Lip
   D. Decorative trim
   E. Fitting
VIII. Counters and tops
   A. Selection
   B. Laminate
   C. Fitting
IX. Cabinet Hardware
   A. Drawer
   B. Door
   C. Other
X. Finish
   A. Type
   B. Sequence
   C. Application
 
MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date:  6/24/2008

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