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In the program students learn to access the same kinds of materials
they will use on the job: equipment and software manuals, plans, cutting
lists, and the Architectural Woodwork Institute Quality Standards. Because
much of the equipment is imported, manuals are translated into English;
therefore, reading these materials may pose a special challenge. Diagrams and
tables are frequently used in occupational literature. Workplace documents
will also include forms such as time sheets and work orders, which may be
computerized.
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Millwork program.
Teamwork skills are particularly important in the Architectural
Millwork program. Shop workers must interact with the job foreman and with
office drafting personnel, as well as with one another. For maximum
efficiency, students must learn to ask questions about procedures or the
location of equipment they need. To prevent costly errors, they must be
willing to voice concerns about discrepancies they discover in project plans.
Writing activities include creating checklists for
procedures and filling out job tickets to document work done and time spent.
Communication Skills, COM 703, is required in this program.
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Millwork program.
Since a great deal of the modern European-made shop equipment uses
metric measurements and American architects use the English system, students
must become proficient in English-metric conversions. They will measure
extensively, read angles, and use arcs to lay out rooms, pieces, and parts.
They will also create vector drawings using xyz coordinates.
The required math course for the program is Applied Math I, MAT 772.
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program.
Students must be able to visualize three-dimensionally and learn
procedures by observation. Memorization, application, and problem solving are
important skills for Architectural Millwork. To become an effective
troubleshooter, a worker must understand the whole process from design to
installation well enough to see how his/her part fits in.
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Millwork program.
In addition to computer-aided drafting, students will learn to use
manufacturing software like Router-CIM and Pattern Systems, which program
machines to make the desired cuts. Keyboard proficiency is helpful while
programming and operating much of the equipment.
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Millwork program.
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