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THE NEW YORK CITY DISTRICT COUNCIL
OF CARPENTERS

Cabinetmaking Apprentice Program

• Organization Directory Page
  (titles of all evaluated learning experiences, organization description, and source of official student records)

• Titles of all evaluated learning experiences in the Carpentry Apprentice Program section

• Descriptions and credit recommendations

Titles, descriptions, and credit recommendations for all learning experiences recommended for college credit within the Cabinetmaking section can be found below. To locate information on additional learning experiences, which have also been recommended for college credit, use the Organization Directory Page link above for a complete list of titles for all learning experiences or use the following link to go directly to the other section:

Carpentry Apprentice Program
Millwright Apprentice Program

Titles of all evaluated learning experiences

First Year Related Instruction
Introduction to Health and Safety
Introduction to Cabinetmaking
Cabinet Fundamentals I
Cabinet Fundamentals II

Second Year Related Instruction
Introduction to Machining I
Introduction to Machining II
Basic Sketching I
Basic Sketching II

Third Year Related Instruction
Message Center Project I
Message Center Project II
Panel and Cabinet Installation I
Panel and Cabinet Installation II

Fourth Year Related Instruction
Introduction to AutoCAD and Mastercam I
Introduction to AutoCAD and Mastercam II
French Provincial Cabinetmaking I
French Provincial Cabinetmaking II

Fifth Year Related Instruction
Hardware Installation I
Hardware Installation II
Veneers and Finishing I
Veneers and Finishing II

Optional Course
Advanced AutoCAD

Internship over five-year program
Internship

Descriptions and credit recommendations

Advanced AutoCAD
Location: The New York City District Council of Carpenters, 395 Hudson Street, New York, NY.
Length: 40 hours (10 weeks).
Dates: September 2004 - Present.
Objectives: Import and manipulate architectural and shop drawings to prepare relevant portions of drawings for printing and distribution in the shop and field.
Instruction: Use of model and layout space, creating borders, how to create and manipulate layers, how to read and manipulate architectural drawings in AutoCAD, use viewports to scale drawings for printing
Credit recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category or in the/ upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours in Cabinetmaking and related disciplines (11/09).

1. Basic Sketching I
2. Basic Sketching II
Location: The New York City District Council of Carpenters, 395 Hudson Street, New York, NY.
Length: Course 1: 35 hours (1 week). Course 2: 35 hours (1 week).
Dates: Courses 1 or 2: September 2004 - Present.
Objectives: Course 1: Read, understand, and execute projects based on architectural woodworking drawings. Course 2: Read drawings, translate drawings into accurate layouts on wood, cutting and assembling woodwork.
Instruction: Course 1: Read, interpret, and draw isometric and exploded isometric projections; read architect’s scale and become familiar with the types of drawings in the field through a review of kitchen layouts. Course 2: Read and analyze a radius form drawing, drawing the form on vellum, transferring to material, then cutting, pressing and finishing a panel.
Credit recommendation: Courses 1 and 2: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours in Cabinetmaking and related disciplines (11/09). NOTE: Courses 1 and 2 must both be completed to receive credit.

1. French Provincial Cabinetmaking I
2. French Provincial Cabinetmaking II
Location: The New York City District Council of Carpenters, 395 Hudson Street, New York, NY.
Length: Course 1: 35 hours (1 week). Course 2: 35 hours (1 week).
Dates: Courses 1 or 2: September 2004 - Present.
Objectives: Course 1: Demonstrate a full ability to read drawings accurately; layout a project; use all required machines to fabricate cabinets. Course 2: Fabricate and install raised panel (French Provincial style) doors.; complete cabinet by finishing with stain and lacquer.
Instruction: Course 1: Analyze project drawings; layout and fabricate the sub and face frames, and cabinet panels, in the creation of a cabinet in the French Provincial style. Course 2: Craft doors with a raised panel, by performing calculations to determine proper door and panel size; use a router for shaping the stiles and rails and use a shaper for shaping door perimeter; stain and finish doors and cabinet; re-assemble.
Credit recommendation: Courses 1 and 2: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Cabinetmaking and related disciplines (11/09). NOTE: Courses 1 and 2 must both be completed to receive credit.

Hardware Installation II
Location: The New York City District Council of Carpenters, 395 Hudson Street, New York, NY.
Length: 35 hours (1 week).
Dates: September 2004 - Present.
Objectives: (To be posted shortly.)
Instruction: (To be posted shortly.)
Credit recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour in Cabinetmaking and related disciplines (11/09).

Internship
Location: Work sites approved by The New York City District Council of Carpenters.
Length: Minimum 1,300 hours per year over 5 years.
Dates: September 2004 - Present.
Objectives: Apply the knowledge and skills developed during the course of the apprenticeship program in the field.
Instruction: This internship is designed to expose the student to a work setting under the mentorship of skilled cabinetmaking. Students work on various projects honing and reinforcing the skills and knowledge presented in the overall curriculum.
Credit recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Carpentry or Construction Technology (11/09).

Introduction to AutoCAD and Mastercam I
Location: The New York City District Council of Carpenters, 395 Hudson Street, New York, NY.
Length: 35 hours (1 week).
Dates: September 2004 - Present.
Objectives: (To be posted shortly.)
Instruction: This course exposes apprentices to the basic functions of the AutoCAD and Mastercam programs. It covers the basic functions of the AutoCAD program including: how to draw, modify and dimension lines, shapes and room drawings. And, extract parts from a cabinet drawing and to export files from AutoCAD to Mastercam in preparation for cutting.
Credit recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours in Cabinetmaking and related disciplines (11/09).

Introduction to AutoCAD and Mastercam II
Location: The New York City District Council of Carpenters, 395 Hudson Street, New York, NY.
Length: 35 hours (1 week).
Dates: September 2004 - Present.
Objectives: Discuss how AutoCAD and Mastercam facilitate high-volume production of parts in a shop environment; Import drawings from AutoCAD to Mastercam; verify how parts will be cut; conduct final verification, cut all parts, and assemble the final project.
Instruction: Standard practices for the CNC machine; (To be posted shortly.)
Credit recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours in Cabinetmaking and related disciplines (11/09).

1. Introduction to Cabinetmaking
2. Cabinet Fundamentals I
3. Cabinet Fundamentals II
Location: The New York City District Council of Carpenters, 395 Hudson Street, New York, NY.
Length: Course 1: 35 hours (1 week). Course 2: 35 hours (1 week). Course 3: 35 hours (1 week).
Dates: Courses 1 - 3: September 2004 - Present.
Objectives: Course 1: (To be posted shortly.) Course 2: Apply concepts by laying out and constructing a tote box including basic finishing work (application of stain and lacquer). Course 3: Lay out, dry fitting, clamping, gluing and finishing a 3-step stool.
Instruction: Course 1: This course provides students with an overview of the scope of work performed by cabinetmakers, architects, and woodworkers. Basic project planning skills: understanding blueprints, sizing, estimating, hand tools and an introduction to power tools. Course 2: Focus on project layout and the use of hand tools.Course 3: Develop proficiency with basic hand tools and deepen ability to use the power tools common to the cabinetmaking trade; such as a router and table saw.
Credit recommendation: Courses 1-3: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 4 semester hours in Cabinetmaking and related disciplines(11/09). NOTE: Courses 1-3 must all be completed to receive credit.

Introduction to Health and Safety
Location: The New York City District Council of Carpenters, 395 Hudson Street, New York, NY.
Length: 35 hours (1 week).
Dates: September 2004 - Present.
Objectives: Identify and define physical and health hazards and toxicity of chemicals; recognize an emergency and take appropriate steps to prevent further injury; perform basic first aid and secure the injured person(s) until emergency personnel arrive; identify and demonstrate how to practice standard precautions to reduce the risk of disease transmission; apply simple ergonomic principles and procedures to reduce the risk of injury to the muscles.
Instruction: This course creates awareness of the most prevalent hazards associated with the construction site and provides apprentices with the knowledge and skills necessary to help minimize the consequences of injury. The course covers the federal regulatory requirements that govern worksite safety and conditions (OSHA) and the following topics: First Aid and CPR, blood borne pathogens, and general ergonomics (effective ways to work to prevent injury and Cumulative Trauma Disorders). All training is conducted by OSHA-certified instructors.
Credit recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours in Cabinetmaking or related disciplines (11/09).

1. Introduction to Machining I
2. Introduction to Machining II
Location: The New York City District Council of Carpenters, 395 Hudson Street, New York, NY.
Length: Course 1: 35 hours (1 week). Course 2: 35 hours (1 week).
Dates: Courses 1 or 2: September 2004 - Present.
Objectives: Course 1: Work on table saw, hand-drill, jointer, thickness planer, router, and sanding machine, to construct a toolbox. Course 2: Complete construction and finishing of tool box using appropriate power tools.
Instruction: Course 1: This course introduces common machine tools and safety procedures required to operate them. Course 2:This course continues the student's work with common machine tools with an introduction to basic cabinetmaking machine joinery.
Credit recommendation: Courses 1 and 2: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Cabinetmaking and related disciplines (11/09). NOTE: Courses 1 and 2 must both be completed to receive credit.

1. Message Center Project I
2. Message Center Project II
Location: The New York City District Council of Carpenters, 395 Hudson Street, New York, NY.
Length: Course 1: 35 hours (1 week). Course 2: 35 hours (1 week).
Dates: Courses 1 or 2: September 2004 - Present.
Objectives: Course 1: Use previously introduced tools with an emphasis on learning to use the router properly. Course 2: Properly glue, stain, and lacquer a project.
Instruction: Course 1: Lay out and cut patterns; prepare lumber for cutting; use a router to shape the side panels of a project. Course 2: Complete construction of message center; prepare all surfaces for finish; apply stain and lacquer.
Credit recommendation: Courses 1 and 2: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours in Cabinetmaking and related disciplines (11/09). NOTE: Courses 1 and 2 must both be completed to receive credit.

Panel and Cabinet Installation I
Location: The New York City District Council of Carpenters, 395 Hudson Street, New York, NY.
Length: 35 hours (1 week).
Dates: September 2004 - Present.
Objectives: Properly fabricate and install architectural wall panels.
Instruction: Construct and laminate architectural panel with a focus on aligning veneers, sequencing and cutting material to achieve the best aesthetic effect. Focus on the methods used to ensure proper vertical and horizontal alignment in installation—using benchmarks, axis lines, lasers and story poles.
Credit recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour in Cabinetmaking and related disciplines (11/09).

1. Panel and Cabinet Installation II
2. Hardware Installation I
Location: The New York City District Council of Carpenters, 395 Hudson Street, New York, NY.
Length: Courses 1 or 2: 35 hours (1 week).
Dates: Courses 1 or 2: September 2004 - Present.
Objectives: Course 1: Cover laminates and solid surface materials in the fabrication of countertops and backsplashes. Seam creation and placement will be addressed. Construct an upper cabinet and learn proper installation procedures. Course 2: Build small cabinet; practice the installation of hinges, drawer and door pulls, levelers and drawer slides; taking into account the practical order of installation.
Instruction: Course 1: Students fabricate and assemble a countertop and an upper cabinet. Course 2: Different types of hardware typically used for cabinet construction.
Credit recommendation: Courses 1 and 2: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Cabinetmaking and related disciplines (11/09). NOTE: Courses 1 and 2 must both be completed to receive credit.

Veneers and Finishing I
Location: The New York City District Council of Carpenters, 395 Hudson Street, New York, NY.
Length: 35 hours (1 week).
Dates: September 2004 - Present.
Objectives: (To be posted shortly.)
Instruction:This course concentrates on the selection, application and repair of veneers. Students cut and layout veneers for several sample pieces. For each sample, students plan and practice a different type of veneer match. Students repair veneer that has been damaged.
Credit recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours in Cabinetmaking and related disciplines (11/09).

Veneers and Finishing II
Location: The New York City District Council of Carpenters, 395 Hudson Street, New York, NY.
Length: 35 hours (1 week).
Dates: September 2004 - Present.
Objectives: Differentiate between different types of stains, dyes and clear coat finishes; mix stain to match the color of a sample, discuss how different types of wood and veneer absorb stain and how the varieties of clear coat finish affect the appearance of a project.
Instruction: This course focuses on surface preparation (sanding), staining and applying a clear coat finish.
Credit recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours in Cabinetmaking and related disciplines (11/09).

Trade Unionism
Location: The New York City District Council of Carpenters, 395 Hudson Street, New York, NY.
Length: 35 hours (1 week).
Dates: September 2004 - Present.
Objectives: Discuss how and why labor unions developed in the United States; identify the ways in which workers have contributed to and been affected by the major historical events and social movements that shaped U.S. history; discuss the origin and history of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters; discuss how globalization and technology have changed the labor movement in the late 20th and 21st centuries.
Instruction: This provides students with a basis for understanding the major events in American history from the perspective of working people and the unions they formed. Students learn about the role of workers in the founding and growth of the United States; the rise of the labor union movement and its relationship to other major social movements; and how the changing global economy affects the labor movement in the United States and around the world.
Credit recommendation In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour in Cabinetmaking, Millwright, Carpentry, Electrician, Welding, Tool and Die, Welding Repair, Pipefitting and Plumbing, Construction Technology, and related disciplines (11/08).

Updated 1/27/10

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