MATC 2025-26 Catalog

CABMIL – CHEMT

CABMIL – Cabinetmaking and Millwork (Department 409) CABMIL-300 Credits: 2 Machine Maintenance/Jigs and Fixtures Machine maintenance consists of adjusting and maintaining woodworking machinery such as wide-belt sanders, planers, shapers, and band and circular saws. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Architectural Woodworking/ Cabinetmaking program (31-409-1). CABMIL-303 Credits: 5 Woodworking 1 Students are introduced to the methods of processing materials using various types of woodworking equipment. An intensive safety program is incorporated into the development and completion of projects. Teamwork is emphasized in the coordination and production of group projects. Organizational skills are developed to prepare students for performance efficiency and quality standards. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Architectural Woodworking/Cabinetmaking program (31 409-1). Completion of or currently enrolled in CABMIL-304. CABMIL-304 Credits: 3 Woodworking Fundamentals This course is designed to provide students with woodworking fundamentals including safe operating procedures of woodworking machines, types of wood, adhesives, gluing techniques and preparing wood for construction. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Architectural Woodworking/Cabinetmaking program (31 409-1). Completion of or currently enrolled in CABMIL-303. CABMIL-305 Credits: 5 Woodworking 2 Students are involved in advanced cabinetmaking and millwork techniques used to produce architectural millwork and cabinets. Metric units of measurement are used to fabricate 32mm system casework. Students learn to set up, run and troubleshoot equipment necessary to produce exacting work. This course prepares the student for an entry-level position in a modern architectural millwork or cabinet shop. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Architectural Woodworking/Cabinetmaking program (31-409-1). Complete CABMIL-303 and CABMIL-304. Completion of or currently enrolled in CABMIL-306. CABMIL-306 Credits: 3 Advanced Woodworking This course is designed to provide students with the skills associated with advanced cabinetmaking techniques. Subjects covered include cabinet construction, case construction and 32mm construction. Setup and safe operation of woodworking equipment emphasized. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Architectural Woodworking/Cabinetmaking

program (31-409-1). Complete CABMIL-303 and CABMIL-304. Completion of or currently enrolled in CABMIL-305. CABMIL-340 Credits: 2 Millwork for Carpenters This course is designed to teach carpentry students the basic operations of woodworking machines. Students will identify warp in lumber and learn how to surface and cut lumber. Routing and proper clamping methods will be learned, along with proper usage of machines and tools used to make millwork and cabinets. Special attention is focused on safety. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Carpentry program Millwork Techniques This advanced-level course is a continuation of the course Millwork for Carpenters. The purpose of the course is to advance the student’s skills and knowledge of woodworking and cabinetmaking. The construction of cabinets and the application of plastic laminate for countertops will be covered. Prerequisite(s): Complete CABMIL-340. CABMIL-353 Credits: 1 Wood Finishing The characteristics of supplies used in wood finishing are studied thoroughly. Topics such as the manufacture of stains, shellac, varnishes, wax, lacquers and enamels are covered. Health, safety and general trade practices are also studied. CABMIL-355 Credits: 1 Materials and Construction The characteristics, manufacture, and uses of the essential materials and supplies used in cabinetmaking are presented. Topics such as physical properties of wood, defects in lumber, shrinkage and warp, lumber grades and sizes, hardware, fasteners, and plastic laminate are covered. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Architectural Woodworking/Cabinetmaking program (31-409-1). CABMIL-383 Credits: 2 Quantity Survey 1 Students are given instruction in identifying dimensions and quantities of parts from furniture and residential woodwork blueprints. Planning, routing and cost estimate procedures are discussed. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Architectural Woodworking/ Cabinetmaking program (31-409-1). Complete CONSTR-380 or CARP-380. CABMIL-385 Credits: 2 Cabinet Detailing This course provides students with the opportunity to learn how to read blueprints. This includes floor plans, elevations, and sectional and detailed drawings. In addition, basic skills in sketching and drawing are developed. Students will learn how to use basic sketches and drawings in the shop and to communicate with the customer. Prerequisite(s): Completion of or currently enrolled in CABMIL-355. (31-410-1). CABMIL-341 Credits: 2

CABMIL-386

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Cabinet Layout Students develop working and detailed drawings that are used in the shop to produce cabinetry or millwork. Conventional methods used to create drawings are explored to enhance comprehension of the information contained within them. Cut lists and materials lists are then developed from the drawings. Students will make full-sized layouts of their drawings. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Architectural Woodworking/Cabinetmaking program (31-409-1). Complete CABMIL-385. CARP – Carpentry (Department 410) CARP-301 Credits: 5 House Framing House Framing is a practical course that includes the development of skills in the use and care of carpenter hand tools and portable machines. The fundamental principles of layout and erection of floor decks and walls are practiced in the shop. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Carpentry program (31-410-1). CARP-303 Credits: 5 Roof Framing Roof Framing is designed to give the student practical experience in the layout, cutting and erection of rafters for gable, hip, intersection and gambrel roofs. Layout of equal- and unequal pitch roofs is included along with framing of dormers and roof openings. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Carpentry program (31-410-1). Complete CARP-301 and CARP-304. CARP-304 Credits: 3 House Framing Fundamentals This course is designed to provide students with the fundamental skills associated with house construction. Subjects covered include safe operating procedures associated with power saws, hand tools, residential house construction techniques, types of wall framing and structural components. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Carpentry program (31-410-1). CARP-306 Credits: 5 Exterior and Interior Finishing Exterior finishing is covered through installation of different types of exterior sidings, trim and window and door units. Interior trim and hardware installation is practiced, along with the layout, fitting and assembly of various wood projects. Prerequisite(s): Complete CARP-301. CARP-315 Credits: 1 Energy Efficiency in Residential Construction The course provides an overview of key areas that are important to energy efficiency in the construction trades. Topics include energy usage and efficiencies, testing protocols and diagnostic equipment, combustion air exchange, and roles of energy professionals. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Carpentry program (31-410-1). Completion of or currently enrolled in CARP 303, CARP-306, CARP-383, CARP-387 and CABMIL-341.

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