WDWK 145 - Decorative Techniques

Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 1
Laboratory Hours: 6

Prerequisite(s): WDWK 120 to be taken before or at the same time as WDWK 145

Restriction(s): Cabinetmaking students will have priority, followed by other carpentry program students, followed by division students, followed by any other students.

Corequisite(s): WDWK 120 to be taken before or at the same time as WDWK 145.

This course will guide students through basic history, techniques and skills of chip carving, veneer, edge banding and hand finishing. Students will discover what tools and materials are available for these various procedures. Design, wood selection and wood properties will be discussed. Students will be expected to safely use and maintain various cutting tools. Through a series of small projects, incorporating these decorative techniques, students will produce finished chip carvings, veneered panel projects and finish sample boards of various types.

Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:

The student will demonstrate the effective use of Vetric software showing proficiency in layout and toolpathing.
The student will understand how to properly veneer both edge and face of a flat panel.
The student will be able to produce an acceptable hand applied finish.