Basic Tools and Materials Resources

Basic Tools and Materials

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Course Learning Objectives:

Students will learn the different terms used to identify common hand tools and some facts about each including: Key parts, Variations of the tool, Proper uses, Safety considerations
Students will learn the basic parts of a standard cordless drill and learn the methods of installing and removing bits and drivers; learn how the controls change the way the tool operates including the speed control setting, the clutch setting, forward and reverse switch, variable speed trigger. Students will gain proficiency of the drill through the practice of drilling holes and driving and removing fasteners
Students will learn terms to identify and to ways determine the grain characteristics of wood
Students will learn common lumber defects and how to identify each
Students will learn the nominal and actual dimensions of stock lumber
Students will learn general information about sheet goods and common dimensions
Students will learn information about sheet goods, their purpose related to sheathing and decking
Students will learn terms to identify different fastener categories
Students will learn common nail types used for building
Students will learn common screw types used for building
Students will be able to identify different driver bits and match them to the correct fastener
Students will learn general information about tools used to install common fasteners