Description:

Upon successful completion of this course the student should be able to understand various construction techniques, describe different wood species and their properties, and explain the best functional and decorative uses for each wood species. The student will apply principles and elements of design when selecting casegoods, describe care and repair of casegoods, and understand current trends in the casegood industry. 1 hr. lecture/wk. NOTE: The prerequisite ITMD 121 requires a grade of "C" or higher.

Supplies: Refer to the instructor's course syllabus for details about any supplies that may be required.

Textbook(s): For information see - http://bookstore.jccc.net

Course Fees: NONE

Course Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course the student should be able to:

1. Understand the value of various construction techniques.
2. Describe different wood species and their properties.
3. Explain best functional and decorative uses for each wood species.
4. Understand the historical origins of specific casegoods including the prominent wood species of the time periods involved.
5. Apply principles and elements of design to selection of casegoods.
6. Describe cleaning, care, and repair for casegoods.
7. Understand current trends in the casegoods industry.

Content Outline & Competencies:

I. Various Construction Techniques
   A. Identify the difference between quality and inferior construction
techniques.
   B. Identify the various different types of functional construction
techniques and joinery.
   C. Compare the various aspects of casegoods that affect the price
point.
      1. Construction techniques
      2. Quality of wood
         a. Kiln dried versus non-kiln dried
         b. Seasonal splits
      3. Manufacture/Labor Issues
         a. Off-shore versus American made
   D. Identify functional and applied decorative and ornamental
construction techniques.
   E. Understand the process furniture goes through in manufacturing.
   F. Compare bench-made and machine made furniture.
   G. Compare lathe and hand-carved.  
     
II. Different Wood Species 
   A. Identify the different wood grains.
   B. Understand the properties of the different wood grains.
      1. Explore grain acceptance of stain/paint/glaze
      2. List the wearability and durability of different applied
products.
   C. Understand the difference between a stain and a varnish/finish.
   D. Identify hard wood and soft wood. 
      1. List best usage of each type.
      2. Discuss MDF boards and other types of boards.
   E. Know and understand the origin of different wood species.
   F. Understand various price point issues due to origin.

III. Functional and Decorative Uses 
   A. Understand factors of longevity for case good products.
      1. Finish
      2. Wood density
      3. Characteristics of wood
         a. wood grain
         b. wood pits
   B.  Describe different cuts of wood.
      1. Plank
      2. Quarter-sawn
      3. Oyster
      4. Veneer matching
      5. Crotch mahogany
   C. Compare the differences between solid, veneer, medium density
fiberboard (MDF) and laminate.
   D. Recognize and explore the advantages and disadvantages of solid wood
versus veneer.

IV. Historical Origins of Specific Casegoods 
   A. Discuss the historical importance of specific casegoods and
prominent wood species.
   B. Show an understanding for the knowledge of furniture styles.
   C. Assess the importance of historical, political, and sustainablity
knowledge as it affects current projects.
 
V. Principles and Elements of Design to Casegoods
   A. Discuss importance of field measurements before specifying specific
casegoods.
   B. Develop creativity in using casegoods in unexpected placements.
   C. Create list of questions to explore client’s use of a specific
casegood.
   D. Identify typical-sizes of common casegood furniture pieces.

VI. Cleaning, Care, and Repair for Casegoods
   A. Identify various cleaning products and for which material they are
best suited.
   B. Determine repairability of casegood by identifying case good’s
structure and quality.

VII. Current Trends in the Casegoods Industry
   A. Identify resources to maintain knowledge of current trends.
   B. Discuss secondary market.

Methods of Evaluation of Competencies:

Evaluation of student mastery of course competencies will be accomplished using the following methods:

 Projects/Assignments 80% of grade 
 Examinations         20% of grade
                     100%

 Grade Criteria:
A = 90% - 100%   
B = 80% - 89%  
C = 70% - 79%  
D = 60% - 69%  
F = 59% and lower     

Caveats:

1. Students will need basic word processing and Internet searching skills for the completion of papers, exercises, and projects.
2. A field trip may be a required part of this course. Students must supply their own transportation.

Disabilities:

If you are a student with a disability, and if you will be requesting accommodations, it is your responsibility to contact Access Services. Access Services will recommend any appropriate accommodations to your professor and his/her director. The professor and director will identify for you which accommodations will be arranged.

JCCC provides a range of services to allow persons with disabilities to participate in educational programs and activities. If you desire support services, contact the office of Access Services for Students With Disabilities (913) 469-8500, ext. 3521 or TDD (913) 469-3885. The Access Services office is located in the Success Center on the second floor of the Student Center.