Summary

• Description:

  The PDF document comprises Grade 10 Woodwork Strand 1 Foundations of Woodwork Notes. The MS Word version (editable) is also available upon your request.

  It covers the following strands and sub-strands:

  • Strand 1.0: Foundations of Woodwork
    • Sub-strand 1.1: Overview of Woodwork
      • Introduction: Wood as a material of civilization and the scope of the Senior School course.
      • The Development of Woodwork:
        • Ancient Roots: Stone Age survival tools and Egyptian mastery (veneering, dovetails).
        • Middle Ages: The rise of Guilds (Apprentice, Journeyman, Master) and cathedral building.
        • Industrial Revolution: Mechanization, standardization of tools, and mass production.
        • Modern Era: Engineered woods (MDF, Plywood), CNC technology, and sustainability.
        • Kenyan Context: Local history including Swahili doors and Akamba carving.
      • Careers in Woodwork:
        • Construction: Site Carpenter, Joiner, Flooring Specialist.
        • Furniture: Cabinet Maker, Upholstery Frame Maker, Wood Machinist.
        • Design & Arts: Luthier, Boat Builder, Interior Designer, Sculptor.
        • Education & Management: TVET Trainer, Construction Manager, Forestry Manager.
      • Role in Economic Development: Employment creation (Jua Kali and Industrial), support for other sectors (Agriculture, Transport), and sustainable resource utilization.
    • Sub-strand 1.2: Wood Workshop
      • Features of a Wood Workshop:
        • Flooring: Non-slip, level, and solid requirements.
        • Lighting: Importance of natural light, general artificial lighting, and task lighting to prevent stroboscopic effects.
        • Ventilation: Cross ventilation and dust extraction systems (LEV).
        • Storage: Timber racks, shadow boards for tools, and flammable cabinets.
        • Power Supply: Emergency stops and power drops.
      • Layout of a Wood Workshop: The principle of workflow and specific zones:
        • Zone A: Storage and Break-out.
        • Zone B: Machine Area (Preparation).
        • Zone C: Bench Area (Joinery).
        • Zone D: Assembly Area.
        • Zone E: Finishing Area.
      • Safety in the Wood Workshop: Personal safety (attire, PPE), machine guards, push sticks, workshop discipline, and environmental safety (fire extinguishers, first aid).
    • Sub-strand 1.3: Hand Tools and Equipment
      • Classification of Hand Tools:
        • Measuring and Marking: Steel Rule, Tape Measure, Try Square, Marking Gauge, Mortise Gauge, Sliding Bevel.
        • Cutting (Saws): Rip Saw, Cross-cut Saw, Tenon Saw, Coping Saw.
        • Planing: Jack Plane, Smoothing Plane, Block Plane.
        • Boring: Brace and Bit (Auger/Twist bits), Bradawl.
        • Impelling: Claw Hammer, Warrington Hammer, Mallet.
        • Chiseling: Bevel Edge Chisel, Mortise Chisel, Rasp, and File.
        • Holding: G-Clamp, Sash Cramp, Bench Hook.
        • Equipment: Workbench and Woodwork Vice.
      • Correct Tool Selection: Impact on efficiency, quality of finish, and safety.
      • Safe Use of Hand Tools: General rules (sharp tools are safe tools) and specific techniques for sawing, chiseling, and planing.
      • Care and Maintenance: Cleaning, rust prevention (oiling), storage on shadow boards, sharpening (grinding/honing), and handle maintenance.
• File Size:

  1.89 MB
• Length:

  34 pages
• Category:

  Lesson Notes
• Level:

  Grade 10
• Subject:

  WOODWORK
• Posted By:

  Caleb_Peter

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