Module Details

Module Code: CRAF6002
Title: Joinery - Doors
Long Title: Joinery - Doors
NFQ Level: Fundamental
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2015/16 ( September 2015 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 2150 - Craft
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: This module introduces students to the process of setting out, jointing and assembling doors for both internal and external use.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Identify correct jointing methods for assembling the different door components.
LO2 Prepare a working drawing incorporating jointing techniques and moulding detailing.
LO3 Measure and outline material shape and size requirements for the various door sections.
LO4 Set out accurately the jointing details in accordance with building regulations.
LO5 Execute to a high finish and tolerance the sawing, chiselling and assembly requirements
LO6 Apply safe working practices with tools and machinery during all workshop operations.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Workshop Practice
Conduct a Risk Assessment and use safe working practice in relation to tool and machine operation (mortiser, spindle moulder).
Construction
Marking out, Sawing square in both vertical and horizontal planes. Morticing, chiselling fitting, assembly(squaring, twist prevention, gluing and wedging) and finishing.
Materials
Natural softwood Planed All Over (PAO) and manufactured boards.
Jointing
Single, double and barefaced mortise and tenoning. Moulded glazing bar intersections. Weathering detail to prevent water penetration.
Setting Out
Preparation of working drawing and setting out boards in accordance with building regulations.Transferring joint detailing to materials.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 40
Timing Week 7 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5,6
Assessment Description
To draw, develop and make internal doors
including panels & glazings
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 60
Timing Week 13 Learning Outcomes 3,4,5
Assessment Description
To design,develop and make an external door including panel,glazing and mouldings.Students are required to submit a supporting brief showing the progression through the steps of design, research, concept design and make.
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lab Contact Practical Skills Every Week 6.00 6
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Revision/review of module content Every Week 1.00 1
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 6.00
This module has no Part Time workload.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • R. Bruce Hoadley. (2013), Understanding wood, Taunton Press ; c2000., Newtown, CT, [ISBN: 1-56158-358-8].
  • B. Porter & C. Tooke. (2007), Carpentry & Joinery, Volume 3, 3rd. Elsevier Butterworth-Heinemann.
  • Les Goring,. (2010), Manual of First and Second Fixing Carpentry, Third Edition, 3rd. Butterworth - Heinemann, [ISBN: 9781 85617 768 9].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
  • http://www.hsa.ie, Health and Safety.
  • http://www.hse.co.uk, Health and Safety.
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_ECTWB_7 Bachelor of Science in Craft Technology (Wood) with Business 1 Mandatory