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    This site will primarily be used for 'Home Maintenance and Repair' scholars to access assignments, learning targets, and models to help them understand systems throughout a home and assist in preparation for homeownership, maintenance, and repairs.
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    Assignments
    Each assignment will be assessed out of 10 points. There will be an average of 1-2 assignments per day throughout the school year.
     
     
    1. General Lab Safety Rules and Responsibility Posters (3)
     
    Learning Target: I can create and present several posters regarding general lab safety rules and responsibilities.
     
     
    Example  Example  
     
    2. General Lab Safety Quiz
     
    Learning Target: I can identify all general lab safety rules and responsibilities to 100% accuracy.
     
     
     
    Find all of the safety problems!!
     
    3. Measuring to the nearest 1/2" and 1/4"
     
    Learning Target: I can locate measurements on a ruler to the nearest 1/2" and 1/4".
     
     
    Example
     
    4. Measuring to the nearest 1/8" and 1/16"
     
    Learning Target: I can locate measurements on a ruler to the nearest 1/8" and 1/16".
     
     
    Example
     
    4A. Measuring Lab
     
    Learning Target: I can accurately measure 30 wooden samples to the nearest 1/16".
     
     
     Example  Example
     
    5. Air Skimmer Layout
     
    Learning Target: I can measure and layout an Air Skimmer, using a provided design with dimensions.
     
     
    Air Skimmer Plans  Example
     
    6. Air Skimmer Build
     
    Learning Target: I can process and assemble an Air Skimmer, using a provided design with dimensions.
     
     
    Air Skimmers!!
     
    7. Air Skimmer Testing, Modification, & Reflection
     
    Learning Target: I can test and modify my Air Skimmer as needed, so that it travels the furthest distance possible.
     
    Example
     
    8. Machine Safety and Tests I
     
    Learning Target: I can identify all safety rules and expectations for the Bandsaw, Drill Press, Belt/Disk Sander, Electric Drill, and Spindle Sander, to 100% accuracy.
     
     
    Image result for band saw jetDrill PressBelt/Disk SanderElectric DrillSpindle Sander
     
    9. Machine Safety and Tests II
     
    Learning Target: I can identify all safety rules and expectations for the Palm Sander, Jigsaw, Router, Miter Saw, and Planer, to 100% accuracy. 
     
     
    Image result for orbital sander Image result for jigsaw lowesImage result for router lowesMiter SawImage result for planer
     
    10. Table Saw Safety and Test
     
    Learning Target: I can identify all safety rules and expectations for the Table Saw, to 100% accuracy. 
     
     
    Image result for table saw saw stop
     
    11. Hand Tool Identification
     
    Learning Target: I can identify a large variety of hand tools by name and what they look like, and explain what each hand tool is used for. 
     
    Handtools
     
    12. Charcuterie Board
     
    Learning Target: I can process a charcuterie board, using a variety of hand tools, the miter saw, table router, orbital sander, power inflator, and mineral oil to provide a beautiful finish.
    Example
    Steps:
    1. Choose your material: Maple or Walnut
    2. Using a tape measure and pencil, mark a point 18" from the board's edge
    3. Using a speed square, project a line through the point, perpendicular to the boards edges
    4. Using the miter saw, cut the board to length
    5. Using the table router and roundover bit, route all edges to round over the edges
    6. Using the orbital sander and 120 grit sand paper, sand the entire board - eliminate planer marks and hard edges
    7. Using the orbital sander and 220 grit sand paper, sand the entire board - sand all to a smooth finish
    8. Using the power inflator, blow off the saw dust
    9. Using a rag, mineral oil, and gloves, apply the mineral oil to entire board - place board on "sticks" to dry
    10. Using painter's tape and a pencil, label your board, on the cardboard, with your name and class period
     
    13. Charcuterie Board with Handle
     
    Learning Target: I can process a charcuterie board with a handle, using a variety of hand tools, band saw, belt/disk sander, oscillating spindle sander, table router, drill press, orbital sander, power inflator, and mineral oil to provide a beautiful finish.
     
    Charcuterie Board with Handle
    Steps:
    1. Locate your material from the wood supply: Maple or Walnut
    2. Using the template and a pencil, trace the template onto your board OR create your own design
    3. Using the band saw, cut out the handle **get close to your traced line, but do not cut past the line**
    4. Using the belt/disk sander, sand the straight edges and outside curved edges, up to your traced line
    5. Using the oscillating spindle sander, sand the inside curved edges, up to your traced line.
    6. Inspect your entire charcuterie board - be sure you have a smooth perimeter - cut/sand as necessary - this will ensure a "smooth ride" for the router bearing
    7. Using the drill press and a forstner bit, drill a hole in the center of your handle end
    8. Using the router table and roundover bit, route all edges
    9. Using the orbital sander and 120 grit sand paper, sand the entire charcuterie board - eliminate planer marks and hard edges
    10. Using the orbital sander and 220 grit sand paper, sand the entire charcuterie board - sand all to a smooth finish
    11. Using a 1/4 sheet of 220 grit sand paper, sand the interior hole to a smooth finish
    12. Using the power inflator, blow off the saw dust
    13. Using a rag, mineral oil, and gloves, apply the mineral oil to entire board - place board on "sticks" to dry
    14. Using painter's tape and a pencil, label your board, on the cardboard, with your name and class period
     
    13A. Push Stick
     
    Learning Target: I can process a push stick, using a variety of hand tools, band saw, belt/disk sander, oscillating spindle sander, table router, orbital sander, drill press, stain, and polyurethane for a beautiful finish.
     
    Example
    Steps:
    1. Locate your material from the wood supply: Pine
    2. Using the plastic push stick and a pencil, trace the push stick onto the pine board
    3. Using the band saw, cut out the push stick **get close to your traced line, but do not cut past the line**
    4. Using the belt/disk sander, sand the straight edges and outside curved edges, up to your traced line
    5. Using the oscillating spindle sander, sand the inside curved edges, up to your traced line.
    6. Inspect your push stick - be sure you have a smooth perimeter - cut/sand as necessary - this will ensure a "smooth ride" for the router bearing
    7. Using the router table and roundover bit, route all edges, except for the mouth of the push stick
    8. Using the orbital sander and 120 grit sand paper, sand the entire push stick - eliminate planer marks and hard edges
    9. Using the orbital sander and 220 grit sand paper, sand the entire push stick - sand all to a smooth finish
    10. Using a 1/4 sheet of 220 grit sand paper, sand the entire push stick to a smooth finish
    11. Using a rag, choice of stain, and gloves, apply the stain to entire push stick - place push stick on "sticks" to dry **2-3 coats**
    12. Using a brush, polyurethane, and gloves, apply the polyurethane to entire push stick - place on "sticks" to dry **2-3 coats**
    13. Using the drill press, drill a hole in the far end of the handle
     
    14. Wall-Mounted Coat Rack
     
    Learning Target: I can process and assemble a wall-mounted coat rack, using a variety of hand tools, table saw, miter saw, table router, orbital sander, standard power drill, impact drill, and stain for a beautiful finish.
     
    Example
    Steps:
    1. Choose your material: Maple or Walnut
    2. Using the table saw, rip the board to a width of 2-5/8"
    3. Using a tape measure and pencil, mark a point 18" from the board's edge
    4. Using a speed square, project a line through the point, perpendicular to the boards edges
    5. Using the miter saw, cut the board to 18" in length
    6. Using a speed square, measure and mark a point 1" away from the ends and 1-5/16" away from the edges
    7. Using a 1/16" diameter drill bit, drill a hole through each point marked
    8. Using a power drill and counter sink bit, counter sink each hole to fit the head of a small screw, on the front side of your coat rack only
    9. Using the table router and Roman Ogee bit, route the front side of your coat rack only
    10. Using the orbital sander and 120 grit sand paper, sand the entire board - eliminate planer marks and wood burrs 
    11. Using the orbital sander and 220 grit sand paper, sand the entire board - sand all to a smooth finish
    12. Using a 1/4 sheet of 220 grit sand paper, sand areas in the profiled edge and eliminate wood burrs to a smooth finish
    13. Using the power inflator, blow off the saw dust
    14. Using a rag, wood finish, and gloves, apply the finish to entire board - place board on "sticks" to dry
    15. Using painter's tape and a pencil, label your board, on the cardboard, with your name and class period
    16. Choose your hooks from a variety of options
    17. Using a tape measure and pencil, place your hooks evenly balanced away from the ends and mark the pilot holes to be drilled
    18. Using a 1/16" diameter drill bit, drill a hole approximately 1/8" in depth at each point marked
    19. Using an impact driver and adequate pressure, fasten your hooks to your coat rack - do not over-tighten 
     
    15. Desk Lamp - Post and Base Processing and Assembly
     
    Learning Target: I can process and assemble the base and post for a desk lamp, using a variety of hand tools, miter saw, table router, orbital sander, standard power drill, wood screw, wood glue, and impact drill.  
     
    Example
    1. Locate your base material from the wood supply: Pine
    2. Using a tape measure and pencil, mark a point 7-1/4" from the board's edge
    3. Using a speed square, project a line through the point, perpendicular to the boards edges
    4. Using the miter saw, cut the board to 7-1/4" in length
    5. Determine the top of the base - if your material is bowed, face the bow UP
    6. Using the router table and roundover bit, route the top edge only
    7. Using the orbital sander and 120 grit sand paper, sand the entire board - eliminate planer marks and wood burrs 
    8. Using the orbital sander and 220 grit sand paper, sand the entire board - sand all to a smooth finish
    9. Locate your post material from the wood supply: Pine
    10. Using a tape measure and pencil, mark a point 8" from the board's edge
    11. Using a speed square, project a line through the point, perpendicular to the boards edges
    12. Using the miter saw, cut the board to 8" in length
    13. Using the router table and roundover bit, route the top edge only
    14. Locate the center of the bottom side of your base by aligning opposite corners with a straight-edge to determing the center
    15. Using a 1/16" diameter drill bit, drill a hole through the base
    16. Locate the center of the bottom side of your post by aligning opposite corners with a straight-edge to determing the center
    17. Using a 1/16" diameter drill bit, drill a hole in the bottom of your post approximately 1/2" in depth 
    18. Using a power drill and counter sink bit, counter sink the hole to fit the head of a small screw, on the bottom side of your base only
    19. Using an impact driver, 1-5/8" wood screw, and wood glue, assemble the base to the post.
    20. Locate the center of the top side of your post by aligning opposite corners with a straight-edge to determing the center
    21. Using a wood awl, punch the center of the post
    22. Using a power drill and 3/8" diameter drill bit, drill a plumb hole through the top of your post 6" in depth
    23. Using a power drill and 5/16 diameter drill bit, drill a hole in the back side of your post, so that the hole meets the hole drilled through the top side of your post
    24. Using 120 and/or 220 grit sandpaper, sand off the wood burrs created from the drills at the hole openings, to a smooth finish. 
     
    16. Desk Lamp - Graphic Processing and Assembly
     
    Learning Target: I can process and assemble a wooden graphic to my lamp post and base, using a variety of hand tools, band saw, orbital sander, and other necessary hand and power tools, to prepare for a beautiful finish.
     
    Example Example
    1. Choose your graphic from the variety available
    2. Using scissors, cut out your graphic from the excess paper
    3. Using spray adhesive, spray glue on the back side of your graphic and stick your graphic to your wood blank
    4. Using the band saw, cut out the graphic **get close to your graphic line, but do not cut past the line**
    5. Using the belt/disk sander, oscillating spindle sander, sanding block, and files, etc., sand your outside and inside edges smoothly **get close to your graphic line, but do not cut past the line**
    6. Using the orbital sander and 120 grit sand paper, sand the entire board - eliminate the paper graphic, spray adhesive, planer marks, and wood burrs 
    7. Using the orbital sander and 220 grit sand paper, sand the entire board - sand all to a smooth finish
    8. Using wood glue and clamps, glue your graphic to the front of your post and base - wipe off all excess wet glue
    9. Once the glue dries, remove the clamps, inspect the project and sand off any excess glue - your finish will not absorb where there is glue residue

     

    18. Desk Lamp - Wood Finishing
     
    Learning Target: I can choose a wood finish and apply several coats of it to my wood project for a beautiful finish.  
     
    Example
    1. Using a rag, choice of finish, and gloves, apply the finish to entire lamp - place lamp on "sticks" to dry **2-3 coats**
    2. **Optional** - using a brush and gloves, apply polyurethane to the entire lamp - place lamp on "sticks" to dry **2 coats**
     
     
    19. Desk Lamp - Electrical Wiring and Inspection
     
    Learning Target: I can assemble and install the electrical components for my desk lamp, and successfully pass the electrical inspection from my instructor.  
     
      Lamp Models Lamp Model Finished
     
    1. Locate your materials: Lamp Holder, threaded rod with nut, and 6ft lamp cord
    2. Start by pushing the lead-end of the cord up the bottom hole, until it pops out of the top of the lamp post
    3. Using a screw driver, loosen the set screw on the lamp holder and thread the threaded rod into the neck of the lamp holder until you cannot thread in any more
    4. Tighten the nut on the threaded end hand-tight to the bottom of the lamp holder
    5. Feed the wire through the bottom end of the threaded rod to that sticking out of the top of the lamp holder
    6. Using a screw driver, loosen the terminal screws on the lamp holder
    7. Using wire strippers, J-hook the copper ends of the lamp wire
    8. Hook the HOT wire (wire with writing on the cord, to the BRASS screw in the CLOCKWISE direction - tighten that screw)
    9. Hook the NEUTRAL wire (wire without writing on the cord, to the SILVER screw in the CLOCKWISE direction - tighten the screw)
    10. ***HAVE MR. POLISZUK INSPECT YOUR ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS*** 
    11. Press-fit and assemble the lamp holder together and be sure to have a tight connection
    12. Thread in a light bulb to test the system - once you know it works, put on a lampshade, take it home, and enjoy!!
     
    20. How to Purchase a House
     
    Learning Target: I can draw and illustrate what each step of the House Purchasing Process looks like, and summarize the process used in order to purchase a home.
     
     
    Example Example
     
     
    21. How to Calculate Your Mortgage Payment 
     
    Learning Target: I can calculate and compare the differences between a 30-Year Mortgage and a 15-Year Mortgage, using information from a home currently for sale on the MLS and choose which mortgage would be most beneficial for myself and my potential family. 
     
     
     
     
     
     
    A very exciting experience!!! Example
     
    New Terms
     
    Principal - The money borrowed from the bank (lender), which has to be paid back.
     
    Interest - The money the bank charges you for lending you the money.
     
    Propety Taxes - The money paid to the local government for schools and county services - based on value of the property.
     
    Home Insurance - Insurance that covers losses and damages to an individual's house (fire, wind damage, etc) and assets in the home (damage, theft, etc).
     
     
     
    22. Wall Framing - Cutting framing members to length
     
    Learning Target: I can measure and cut framing members to length, using a tape measure, square, and hand saw. 
     
    2x4 Framing Materials List
     
    Studs: 13 1/2" (5)
    Top and bottom plates for Wall 1: 14" (2)
    Top and bottom plates for Wall 2: 18" (2)
    Tie plate 1: 17 1/2" (1)
    Tie plate 2: 14 1/2" (1)
    Drywall backer: 13 1/2" (1)
     Cutting 2x4s to Length  Cutting 2x4s to length
     
    Wall Framing Terminology
     
    23. Wall Framing - Assembling wall members and tying walls together
     
    Learning Target: I can assemble framing members together according to the building plans, using screws, a square, and an impact driver. 
     
     Wall Assembly  Wall Assembly
    Fasten walls together include drywall backer  Drywall backer member fastened to inside corner
    Before tying walls together, check for square and adjust accordingly, then fasten  Framing Assembly Complete!!
     
    15. Subfloor - Cutting subfloor to length and assembly to walls
     
    Learning Target: I can measure, cut, and assemble subfloor material to my wall section, using a hand saw, screws, square, and an impact driver. 
     
    Subfloor Dimensions: 18" x 17 1/2" 
     
    Flip over to attach subfloor  Check bottom of walls for square, while flipped upside down, before fastening subfloor to adjacent wall
    Double-check for square, once subfloor has been fastened and tipped right-side up  Subfloor Fastening Complete!!
    Wall Framing Meets Floor Framing
    16. Electrical - Electrical box installation and rough-in electric
     
    Learning Target: I can install electrical boxes and rough-in wiring according to building plans, using a tape measure, hammer, wire strippers, and a power drill. 
     
     Example  Electrical Diagram
     
     
     
    19. Drywall - Cutting and Hanging
     
    Learning Target: I can measure, cut, and hang drywall and install corner bead to my wall section, using a utility knife, tin snips, screws and a power drill. 
     
    Drywall  Corner Bead
     
     
    20. Drywall - Finishing 
     
    Learning Target: I can finish drywall, including an inside corner and outside corner to my wall section, using a drywall knife, a mud pan or aluminum hawk, joint compound, tape, and a sanding block. 
     
    Drywall Finishing Layers Taping and Applying Mud with Knife
     
    21. Priming and Painting
     
    Learning Target: I can sand joint compound to a smooth and tapered finish and apply primer and paint to my wall section for a professional and complete finish to my walls.
     
    1 coat of Primer used on new drywall and joint compound (mud) 2 coats of paint used for a bright and uniform finish  
     
    22. Electrical - Finish Electric - Wiring in outlet, switches, and lamp holder
     
    Learning Target: I can properly strip electrical cable jacket and wire insulation, then install an outlet, three-way switches, and a lamp holder, according to the circuit diagram, using a utility knife, wire strippers, lineman's pliers, and a screwdriver.
     
    Pay attention to the details of this diagram and take it one step at a time
    Wire Stripping  Outlet Installation  Testing the Electrical Circuit!!  Finishing the Electrical Job!!
     
    23. Flooring
     
    Learning Target: I can install finish flooring to the subfloor of my wall section for a professional and complete finish to my floors.
     
    Options for Laminate Flooring  Flooring Installation
     
    24. Baseboard Trim and Finish Molding
     
    Learning Target: I can cut and fasten baseboard trim to the base of the finish drywall, including an inside corner and outside corner to my wall section, using a tape measure, miter saw, and brad nailer.
     
    Baseboard Trim  Baseboard Trim and Scotia Molding
     
    25. Disassemble Wall Section and Recycle for Reuse
     
    Learning Target: I can disassemble my wall section and organize building materials and fasteners for future use, using a pry bar, power drill, and other necessary hand tools.
     
    Demo Tools  Recycle Building Materials for Reuse
     
     
    26. Wall Framing
    27. Large and Small Hole Repair
     
    28. Design and Drawing for Production
     
    Learning Target: I can research, design, and draw a product with dimensions, which can be produced in class, using grid paper and a pencil. 
     
    29. Phone Charging Rack
     
    Learning Target: I can process and assemble a product according to engineering plans, using a hole saw, power drill, multitool, wood glue, and clamps. 
     
    Orthographic Drawing  Finished Product
     
     
    At a later time... PVC Plumbing
     
    Learning Target: I can measure, cut, clean, and adhere and assemble a PVC plumbing loop.
     
     
     
     PVC Pipe Heart Building Large Heart