The CTS Compass above can assist students as they explore and discover their interests and passions.

As students move into the Middle Years, they begin to identify with one or more interest areas: business, communication, resources, technology and/or human service. As students enter senior high school and the CTS program, they begin to identify the occupational cluster or clusters that suit their interests and abilities. As students become more focused, they examine options for occupations based on the National Occupational Classification. With a career goal in mind, students can develop a pathway that leads them directly to an occupation or to post-secondary education.

The organization of the CTS program into clusters provides students, teachers and administrators with opportunities to create exploratory programs, in which students can sample courses of interest, or to use or create focused pathways that lead to specialized skills, external credentials or further education. Career guidance professionals may use this organizational structure to assist students in assessing their educational goals, interests, abilities and skills and to facilitate good matches to the many pathway options possible in the CTS clusters.

Level: First Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisite: CMA3900: Apprenticeship Safety

Description: Students develop knowledge, skills and attitudes in the areas of classification, properties and defects of solid woods commonly used in the cabinetmaker trade.

Parameters: Access to a materials work centre, complete with basic measuring, hand and power tools, and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification as a cabinetmaker.

ILM Resources: The Nature and Properties of Wood 360102a

Outcomes: The student will:

• 1. describe the classification, properties and defects of solid woods commonly used in cabinetmaking
• 1.1 describe and classify common woods used in the cabinetmaking industry, including:
• 1.1.1 hardwoods
• 1.1.2 softwoods
• 1.1.3 exotic species
• 1.2 describe the properties of common woods that make them adaptable to the cabinetmaking industry, including:
• 1.2.1 structural strength
• 1.2.2 appearance
• 1.2.3 impact resistance
• 1.2.4 surface durability (hardness)
• 1.2.5 moisture and rot resistance
• 1.2.6 dimensional stability
• 1.2.7 compatibility with adhesives, stains and finishes
• 1.2.8 compressive strength, tensile strength and shear resistance
• 1.2.9 flexibility and workability
• 1.3 describe the cellular structure of various hard and softwood species and their effect on performance and workability, including:
• 1.3.1 the five anatomical structures of a tree trunk
• 1.3.2 cell structure and growth
• 1.3.3 chemical composition of wood
• 1.4 describe the terms for various grain and figure patterns in wood, including:
• 1.4.1 face grain
• 1.4.2 edge grain
• 1.4.3 end grain
• 1.4.4 quartersawn pattern
• 1.4.5 plainsawn or flatsawn pattern
• 1.4.6 riftsawn pattern
• 1.4.7 open grain
• 1.4.8 close grain


• 2. demonstrate basic competencies
• 2.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
• 2.1.1 communicate
• 2.1.2 manage information
• 2.1.3 use numbers
• 2.1.4 think and solve problems
• 2.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
• 2.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
• 2.2.2 be responsible
• 2.2.3 be adaptable
• 2.2.4 learn continuously
• 2.2.5 work safely
• 2.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
• 2.3.1 work with others
• 2.3.2 participate in projects and tasks


• 3. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
• 3.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
• 3.2 identify steps to achieve goals

Level: First Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisite: CMA3400: Properties of Wood

Description: Students develop knowledge, skills and attitudes in the area of processing lumber, from harvesting to manufacturing finished products, related to the cabinetmaker trade.

Parameters: Access to a materials work centre, complete with basic measuring, hand and power tools, and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification as a cabinetmaker.

ILM Resources: Primary Processing of Hard and Soft Wood – Part A 360102bA; Primary Processing of Hard and Soft Wood – Part B 360102bB; Manufactured Sheet and Panel Products 360102c

Outcomes: The student will:

• 1. describe the processing of lumber from harvesting to manufacturing finished items
• 1.1 describe the cutting, drying, grading and storing of hard and softwood lumber, including:
• 1.1.1 flatsawn and quartersawn cutting methods
• 1.1.2 rough, surfaced and worked milling classifications
• 1.1.3 air drying and kiln drying methods
• 1.1.4 softwood lumber grading and grade stamps
• 1.1.5 hardwood lumber grading by classification; e.g., firsts and seconds (FAS); select; No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 Common
• 1.2 describe natural defects in wood, including:
• 1.2.1 grub holes
• 1.2.2 pitch pockets and pitch streaks
• 1.2.3 ring and through shake
• 1.2.4 fungus and decay
• 1.2.5 bark pockets and pinholes
• 1.2.6 knots
• 1.3 describe manufactured defects in wood, including:
• 1.3.1 machine offset and skip
• 1.3.2 snipe, chipped or torn grain
• 1.3.3 seasoning defects
• 1.4 identify sample boards by species and determine their respective grades


• 2. describe manufactured sheet products used in cabinetmaking
• 2.1 describe the properties and grading of composite panels, overlays, plywood and bendable sheet goods, including:
• 2.1.1 dimensional stability
• 2.1.2 balanced construction
• 2.1.3 performance requirements
• 2.1.4 handling and storage
• 2.1.5 cellulose-based fibre and adhesive boards and their specialty properties; e.g., particleboard, kerfcore and fibreboard
• 2.1.6 structural sheeting; e.g., oriented strand board (OSB) and plywood
• 2.2 describe the various types of plywood and their uses, including:
• 2.2.1 veneer core
• 2.2.2 lumber core
• 2.2.3 composite core
• 2.2.4 particle core
• 2.2.5 MDF core
• 2.2.6 construction plywood
• 2.2.7 medium-density overlay (MDO)
• 2.3 describe the application of composite panels, overlays, plywood and bendable sheet goods, including:
• 2.3.1 high-pressure laminates (HPL)
• 2.3.2 low-pressure laminates (LPL)
• 2.3.3 special overlays; e.g., chemical resistance, bulletproofing, fire retardation and decorative appearance


• 3. demonstrate basic competencies
• 3.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
• 3.1.1 communicate
• 3.1.2 manage information
• 3.1.3 use numbers
• 3.1.4 think and solve problems
• 3.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
• 3.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
• 3.2.2 be responsible
• 3.2.3 be adaptable
• 3.2.4 learn continuously
• 3.2.5 work safely
• 3.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
• 3.3.1 work with others
• 3.3.2 participate in projects and tasks


• 4. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
• 4.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
• 4.2 identify steps to achieve goals

Level: First Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisite: CMA3405: Processing Lumber

Description: Students develop knowledge, skills and attitudes in the areas of adhesion and cohesion and the use of fasteners related to the cabinetmaker trade.

Parameters: Access to a materials work centre, complete with basic measuring, hand and power tools, and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification as a cabinetmaker.

ILM Resources: Adhesives 360102d; Fasteners 360102e

Outcomes: The student will:

• 1. describe the use of adhesives
• 1.1 describe the principles of adhesion and cohesion, including:
• 1.1.1 mechanical adhesion
• 1.1.2 specific adhesion for non-porous materials; e.g., glass, plastics, metal, stone and ceramic
• 1.1.3 specific adhesions for dissimilar materials; e.g., leather and glass; metal and wood; wood and concrete; and laminate and metal
• 1.2 describe the properties of adhesives, including:
• 1.2.1 adhesive format; e.g., one-part or two-part adhesives
• 1.2.2 thermoplastic or thermosetting
• 1.2.3 open and closed assembly times
• 1.2.4 moisture resistance and solvent resistance
• 1.2.5 set and cure times
• 1.2.6 shelf and pot life
• 1.2.7 performance characteristics; e.g., shear resistance, impact resistance and strength over time
• 1.2.8 safety considerations
• 1.3 describe common adhesives and their application, including:
• 1.3.1 hide glue
• 1.3.2 fish glue
• 1.3.3 rice glue
• 1.3.4 casein glue
• 1.3.5 polyvinyl acetate (PVA)
• 1.3.6 ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA)
• 1.3.7 aliphatic resin glue
• 1.3.8 urea resin or urea formaldehyde (UF)
• 1.3.9 melamine resin (MF)
• 1.3.10 phenolic resin (PF)
• 1.3.11 resorcinol (RF)
• 1.3.12 urethanes; e.g., polyurethane
• 1.3.13 cyanoacrylate
• 1.3.14 contact cements; e.g., thinner-based, gel and water-based contact cement
• 1.3.15 elastomers; e.g., cement, mastic and silicone
• 1.3.16 epoxy
• 1.3.17 hot melt


• 2. describe the use of fasteners
• 2.1 describe the fasteners used in cabinetmaking and their applications, including:
• 2.1.1 nail types (e.g., brad, casing, panel, drywall, ring shank, concrete, box, finishing and common) and their shanks (e.g., smooth, annular ringed, barbed, fluted and spiral)
• 2.1.2 staples; e.g., light-duty and heavy-duty staples
• 2.1.3 screws and their head recess types and threads; e.g., wood, sheet metal, self-tapping, drywall, deck, lag, self-sealing and specialty
• 2.1.4 ready-to-assemble (RTA) fasteners
• 2.1.5 bolts; e.g., ready rod, draw bolt, stove bolt, machine screw, connector bolt, machine bolt and carriage bolt
• 2.1.6 nuts; e.g., hex, self-locking, acorn and wing
• 2.1.7 washers; e.g., lock, flat, inside star, outside star and cup
• 2.1.8 anchors; e.g., plastic, masonry, expansion shield, drive-in pin, wedge/sleeve, drop-in, screw-in, toggle bolt and hollow wall
• 2.2 demonstrate the usage of fasteners used in cabinetmaking


• 3. demonstrate basic competencies
• 3.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
• 3.1.1 communicate
• 3.1.2 manage information
• 3.1.3 use numbers
• 3.1.4 think and solve problems
• 3.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
• 3.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
• 3.2.2 be responsible
• 3.2.3 be adaptable
• 3.2.4 learn continuously
• 3.2.5 work safely
• 3.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
• 3.3.1 work with others
• 3.3.2 participate in projects and tasks


• 4. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
• 4.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
• 4.2 identify steps to achieve goals

Level: First Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisite: CMA3410: Adhesives & Fasteners

Description: Students develop knowledge, skills and attitudes in the use of abrasives and common joints for various applications related to the cabinetmaker trade.

Parameters: Access to a materials work centre, complete with basic measuring, hand and power tools, and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification as a cabinetmaker.

ILM Resources: Abrasives 360102f; Principles of Wood Joinery 360102g

Outcomes: The student will:

• 1. describe the usage of abrasives
• 1.1 describe the abrasives used in cabinetmaking and their applications, including:
• 1.1.1 coated
• 1.1.2 loose
• 1.1.3 solid
• 1.1.4 natural; e.g., garnet, flint, emery, pumice, rottenstone and tripoli
• 1.1.5 synthetic; e.g. aluminum oxide, silicon carbide and aluminum zirconia
• 1.2 describe the properties, grits and usage of abrasives, including:
• 1.2.1 machine sanding grit 16–50
• 1.2.2 bench work grit 60–280
• 1.2.3 spray booth grit 320–600
• 1.2.4 grit backing materials; e.g., paper, cloth, fibre, sponges, rubber and foam
• 1.2.5 adhesive and resin coats
• 1.2.6 open and closed coats
• 1.3 demonstrate the usage of abrasives used in cabinetmaking


• 2. describe the principles of wood joinery and the factors affecting common joints for various applications
• 2.1 describe the principles involved in joining wood, including performance requirements, fit, surface quality and grain orientation:
• 2.1.1 form, function and physical elements; e.g., strength, loads, environment, heat and moisture
• 2.1.2 wood-fastened, interlocking and glued joints (internal and external joints)
• 2.1.3 grain configurations; e.g., edge to edge, face to face, side grain and end to face or end to end
• 2.1.4 scarf joints, mitre joints, interlocking glued joints, mortise and tenon joints
• 2.2 describe the stresses that affect the performance of a given joint, including:
• 2.2.1 tension
• 2.2.2 compression
• 2.2.3 sheer
• 2.2.4 racking
• 2.3 describe the selection of appropriate joinery for a given situation, including:
• 2.3.1 glued joints
• 2.3.2 wood-fastened joints
• 2.3.3 interlocking joints
• 2.4 demonstrate the usage of common woodworking joints


• 3. demonstrate basic competencies
• 3.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
• 3.1.1 communicate
• 3.1.2 manage information
• 3.1.3 use numbers
• 3.1.4 think and solve problems
• 3.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
• 3.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
• 3.2.2 be responsible
• 3.2.3 be adaptable
• 3.2.4 learn continuously
• 3.2.5 work safely
• 3.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
• 3.3.1 work with others
• 3.3.2 participate in projects and tasks


• 4. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
• 4.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
• 4.2 identify steps to achieve goals

Level: First Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisite: CMA3415: Abrasives & Joinery

Description: Students develop knowledge, skills and attitudes in the use of measuring, layout, levelling and hand tools related to the cabinetmaker trade.

Parameters: Access to a materials work centre, complete with basic measuring, hand and power tools, and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification as a cabinetmaker.

ILM Resources: Measuring and Layout Tools 360103a; Hand Planes 360103b; Scrapers, Chisels, Gouges and Knives 360103c

Outcomes: The student will:

• 1. describe measuring and layout tools used in cabinetmaking
• 1.1 describe the usage, maintenance, and storage of measuring, layout, alignment and levelling tools, including:
• 1.1.1 rules; e.g., bench rule, hook rule, pocket rule and folding or zigzag rule
• 1.1.2 steel tape measures; e.g., imperial, metric and combined or dual
• 1.1.3 long tapes
• 1.1.4 squares; e.g., try, combination, framing, engineer’s, set, mitre and sliding T bevel
• 1.1.5 levels; e.g., spirit, pocket or torpedo, line and water
• 1.1.6 plumb bobs
• 1.1.7 calipers; e.g., simple, Vernier, inside, outside, hermaphrodite, dial or digital
• 1.1.8 marking tools; e.g., pencil, scratch awl, striking knife and chalk line
• 1.1.9 marking gauges; e.g., basic, cutting, panel, mortise and butt
• 1.1.10 circular layout tools; e.g., compass, dividers and trammel points
• 1.1.11 other layout tools; e.g., stair gauge, flexible and French curves, profile gauge, tapered gauge, dial gauge and stud finder
• 1.2 demonstrate the usage, maintenance and storage of measuring, layout, alignment and levelling tools


• 2. describe hand planes used in cabinetmaking
• 2.1 describe assorted basic hand and specialty planes, including:
• 2.1.1 smooth plane
• 2.1.2 jack plane
• 2.1.3 fore plane
• 2.1.4 jointer plane
• 2.1.5 block plane
• 2.1.6 bench and fillister rabbet plane
• 2.1.7 shoulder plane
• 2.1.8 router plane
• 2.1.9 bullnose plane
• 2.1.10 compass or circular plane
• 2.1.11 edge-trimming plane
• 2.1.12 spokeshave
• 2.1.13 toothing plane
• 2.2 demonstrate the usage, maintenance and storage of hand planes


• 3. describe scrapers, chisels, gouges and knives used in cabinetmaking
• 3.1 describe the preparation, usage, maintenance and storage of scraping tools, including:
• 3.1.1 hand scrapers
• 3.1.2 cabinet scrapers
• 3.1.3 curved scrapers
• 3.1.4 glue or pull scrapers
• 3.1.5 wall scrapers
• 3.1.6 scratch beaders
• 3.2 demonstrate the preparation, usage, maintenance and storage of chisels, gouges and knives, including:
• 3.2.1 tang, socket and moulded plastic chisels
• 3.2.2 mortise chisels
• 3.2.3 striking, chip carving and utility knives


• 4. demonstrate basic competencies
• 4.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
• 4.1.1 communicate
• 4.1.2 manage information
• 4.1.3 use numbers
• 4.1.4 think and solve problems
• 4.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
• 4.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
• 4.2.2 be responsible
• 4.2.3 be adaptable
• 4.2.4 learn continuously
• 4.2.5 work safely
• 4.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
• 4.3.1 work with others
• 4.3.2 participate in projects and tasks


• 5. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
• 5.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
• 5.2 identify steps to achieve goals

Level: First Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisite: CMA3420: Hand Tools 1

Description: Students develop knowledge, skills and attitudes in the use of basic hand tools for clamping, cutting and fastening related to the cabinetmaker trade.

Parameters: Access to a materials work centre, complete with basic measuring, hand and power tools, and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification as a cabinetmaker.

ILM Resources: Assembly, Dismantling and Clamping Tools 360103d; Hand Drills and Saws 360103e; Explosive-Actuated Tools 360103l

Outcomes: The student will:

• 1. demonstrate assembly, dismantling and clamping tools used in cabinetmaking
• 1.1 describe the usage, maintenance and storage of assembly, dismantling and clamping tools
• 1.2 demonstrate the usage, maintenance and storage of assembly, dismantling and clamping tools


• 2. demonstrate the usage of hand saws
• 2.1 describe the usage, maintenance and storage of hand drills and hand saws
• 2.2 demonstrate the usage, maintenance and storage of hand drills and hand saws


• 3. demonstrate the safe operation of explosive-actuated tools
• 3.1 describe explosive-actuated tool power loads, power load strength and safety requirements
• 3.2 describe explosive-actuated tool fasteners, accessories and applications
• 3.3 describe base material suitability and related fastening requirements
• 3.4 demonstrate explosive-actuated system safety and firing procedures
• 3.5 perform tool maintenance and use an explosive-actuated tool safely


• 4. demonstrate basic competencies
• 4.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
• 4.1.1 communicate
• 4.1.2 manage information
• 4.1.3 use numbers
• 4.1.4 think and solve problems
• 4.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
• 4.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
• 4.2.2 be responsible
• 4.2.3 be adaptable
• 4.2.4 learn continuously
• 4.2.5 work safely
• 4.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
• 4.3.1 work with others
• 4.3.2 participate in projects and tasks


• 5. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
• 5.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
• 5.2 identify steps to achieve goals

Level: First Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisite: CMA3425: Hand Tools 2

Description: Students develop knowledge, skills and attitudes in the use of portable power and pneumatic tools related to the cabinetmaker trade.

Parameters: Access to a materials work centre, complete with basic measuring, hand and power tools, and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification as a cabinetmaker.

ILM Resources: Portable Power Tools – Part A 360103fA; Portable Power Tools – Part B 360103fB; Pneumatic Tools and Fasteners 360103g

Outcomes: The student will:

• 1. demonstrate the operation and maintenance of portable power tools
• 1.1 demonstrate the operation, application and regular maintenance of portable power drills and screw guns, including:
• 1.1.1 cordless drills
• 1.1.2 corded drills
• 1.1.3 right-angle drills
• 1.1.4 hammer drills
• 1.1.5 drywall screw guns
• 1.1.6 auto-feed screwdriver attachments
• 1.2 demonstrate the operation, application and regular maintenance of portable power saws, including:
• 1.2.1 conventional circular saws
• 1.2.2 worm drive saws
• 1.2.3 jigsaws or sabre saws
• 1.2.4 reciprocating saws
• 1.2.5 mitre saws
• 1.2.6 sliding compound mitre saws
• 1.3 demonstrate the operation, application and regular maintenance of portable power planes
• 1.4 demonstrate the operation, application and regular maintenance of power sanders, including:
• 1.4.1 portable belt sanders
• 1.4.2 in-line or reciprocating sanders
• 1.4.3 orbital sanders
• 1.5 demonstrate the operation, application and regular maintenance of routers, including:
• 1.5.1 rack and pinion base routers
• 1.5.2 screw base routers
• 1.5.3 plunge base routers
• 1.5.4 electronic variable speed routers
• 1.5.5 router tables
• 1.5.6 laminate trimmers
• 1.6 demonstrate the operation, application and regular maintenance of plate joiners


• 2. demonstrate the operation and maintenance of pneumatic tools and equipment
• 2.1 describe the operation and maintenance of pneumatic tools and equipment, including:
• 2.1.1 drills
• 2.1.2 sanders
• 2.1.3 screw guns
• 2.1.4 spray equipment
• 2.1.5 blowers
• 2.1.6 sandblasting guns
• 2.1.7 air wrenches
• 2.1.8 air hammers
• 2.1.9 calking guns and glue applicators
• 2.2 demonstrate the operation, application and regular maintenance of pneumatic nailing and stapling equipment and fasteners, including:
• 2.2.1 strip nailers
• 2.2.2 coil nailers
• 2.2.3 framing nailers
• 2.2.4 palm nailers
• 2.2.5 finishing nailers
• 2.2.6 brad nailers
• 2.2.7 hardwood floor nailers
• 2.2.8 wide crown staplers
• 2.2.9 narrow crown staplers
• 2.2.10 tackers
• 2.3 demonstrate the operation, application and regular maintenance of pneumatic clamping and assemble equipment and vacuum tables, including:
• 2.3.1 pneumatic rams
• 2.3.2 panel clamps
• 2.3.3 frame clamps
• 2.3.4 hold-downs
• 2.3.5 case clamps
• 2.4 demonstrate the maintenance procedures for compressors and pneumatic-powered equipment, including:
• 2.4.1 reciprocating compressors
• 2.4.2 rotary screw compressors
• 2.4.3 rotary sliding vane compressors


• 3. demonstrate basic competencies
• 3.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
• 3.1.1 communicate
• 3.1.2 manage information
• 3.1.3 use numbers
• 3.1.4 think and solve problems
• 3.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
• 3.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
• 3.2.2 be responsible
• 3.2.3 be adaptable
• 3.2.4 learn continuously
• 3.2.5 work safely
• 3.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
• 3.3.1 work with others
• 3.3.2 participate in projects and tasks


• 4. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
• 4.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
• 4.2 identify steps to achieve goals

Level: First Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisite: CMA3430: Electric & Air Tools

Description: Students develop knowledge, skills and attitudes in the use of table, panel, radial arm and CNC saws related to the cabinetmaker trade.

Parameters: Access to a materials work centre, complete with basic measuring, hand and power tools, and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification as a cabinetmaker.

ILM Resources: Table, Panel, Radial Arm and CNC Saws 360103h

Outcomes: The student will:

• 1. demonstrate the operation, application and regular maintenance of table, panel, radial arm and CNC saws
• 1.1 describe the operation, application and maintenance of stationary power saws, including:
• 1.1.1 table saws
• 1.1.2 panel saws; e.g., vertical and horizontal
• 1.1.3 radial arm saws
• 1.1.4 CNC saws
• 1.2 describe the jigs and safety devices related to table, panel, radial arm and CNC saws
• 1.3 demonstrate the operation, application and regular maintenance of table, panel, radial arm and CNC saws and their accessories


• 2. demonstrate basic competencies
• 2.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
• 2.1.1 communicate
• 2.1.2 manage information
• 2.1.3 use numbers
• 2.1.4 think and solve problems
• 2.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
• 2.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
• 2.2.2 be responsible
• 2.2.3 be adaptable
• 2.2.4 learn continuously
• 2.2.5 work safely
• 2.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
• 2.3.1 work with others
• 2.3.2 participate in projects and tasks


• 3. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
• 3.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
• 3.2 identify steps to achieve goals

Level: First Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisite: CMA3435: Power Saws

Description: Students develop knowledge, skills and attitudes in the design and use of tooling equipment related to the cabinetmaker trade.

Parameters: Access to a materials work centre, complete with basic measuring, hand and power tools, and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification as a cabinetmaker.

ILM Resources: Tooling for Portable and Stationary Equipment 360103i

Outcomes: The student will:

• 1. describe the design and usage of tooling for table, panel and CNC saws and routers
• 1.1 describe the tooling used in saws, including material, tooth designs, dado heads, maintenance and sharpening, including:
• 1.1.1 rip blades
• 1.1.2 combination blades
• 1.1.3 crosscut blades
• 1.1.4 triple-chip blades
• 1.2 describe the tooling used in saws and CNC machines, including their use
• 1.3 describe the tooling used in routers, including material, profiles, maintenance and sharpening, including:
• 1.3.1 bevelling
• 1.3.2 drilling
• 1.3.3 rounding
• 1.3.4 grooving
• 1.3.5 rabbeting
• 1.3.6 chamfering
• 1.3.7 custom profiles
• 1.4 demonstrate the tooling used in table, panel and CNC saws and routers


• 2. demonstrate basic competencies
• 2.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
• 2.1.1 communicate
• 2.1.2 manage information
• 2.1.3 use numbers
• 2.1.4 think and solve problems
• 2.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
• 2.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
• 2.2.2 be responsible
• 2.2.3 be adaptable
• 2.2.4 learn continuously
• 2.2.5 work safely
• 2.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
• 2.3.1 work with others
• 2.3.2 participate in projects and tasks


• 3. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
• 3.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
• 3.2 identify steps to achieve goals

Level: First Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisite: CMA3440: Tooling Equipment

Description: Students develop knowledge, skills and attitudes in the use of band saws, drill presses, jointers and thickness planers related to the cabinetmaker trade.

Parameters: Access to a materials work centre, complete with basic measuring, hand and power tools, and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification as a cabinetmaker.

ILM Resources: Band Saws and Drill Presses 360103j; Jointers and Thickness Planers 360103k

Outcomes: The student will:

• 1. demonstrate the operation, application and regular maintenance of band saws and drill presses
• 1.1 describe band saws and drill presses
• 1.2 demonstrate typical applications for band saws and drill presses
• 1.3 demonstrate the set-up procedures for band saws and drill presses
• 1.4 demonstrate the maintenance of band saws and drill presses
• 1.5 demonstrate the maintenance and storage of drill bits


• 2. demonstrate the operation, application and maintenance of jointers and thickness planers
• 2.1 describe the operation, application and maintenance of jointers and thickness planers
• 2.2 demonstrate the operation, application and maintenance of jointers and thickness planers


• 3. demonstrate basic competencies
• 3.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
• 3.1.1 communicate
• 3.1.2 manage information
• 3.1.3 use numbers
• 3.1.4 think and solve problems
• 3.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
• 3.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
• 3.2.2 be responsible
• 3.2.3 be adaptable
• 3.2.4 learn continuously
• 3.2.5 work safely
• 3.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
• 3.3.1 work with others
• 3.3.2 participate in projects and tasks


• 4. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
• 4.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
• 4.2 identify steps to achieve goals

Level: First Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisite: CMA3445: Band Saws & Planers

Description: Students develop knowledge, skills and attitudes in the use of drawing instruments and orthographic drawings related to the cabinetmaker trade.

Parameters: Access to a materials work centre, complete with basic measuring, hand and power tools, and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification as a cabinetmaker.

ILM Resources: Drafting Basics 360104a; Orthographic Drawings 360104b

Outcomes: The student will:

• 1. demonstrate the use of basic drawing instruments
• 1.1 describe the functions of basic drawing instruments, including:
• 1.1.1 pencils
• 1.1.2 T-square
• 1.1.3 set square
• 1.1.4 architect’s scale ruler
• 1.1.5 protractor
• 1.1.6 compass/divider
• 1.1.7 templates
• 1.1.8 drafting board/table
• 1.1.9 accessories; e.g., erasing shield, sanding pad and pencil pointer
• 1.2 demonstrate the use of drafting equipment to complete geometric exercises, including:
• 1.2.1 bisect a line at 90 degrees
• 1.2.2 bisect an angle
• 1.2.3 draw 60 and 30 degree angles
• 1.2.4 draw 45 and 22.5 degree angles
• 1.2.5 find the centre of a circle
• 1.2.6 draw a hexagon within a circle
• 1.2.7 draw an octagon within a square
• 1.2.8 draw a pentagon with a circle
• 1.2.9 draw parallel lines
• 1.3 describe the applications of geometry in trade situations, including:
• 1.3.1 squaring with a measuring tape
• 1.3.2 using a framing square to lay out 45 degree lines
• 1.3.3 using the Pythagorean theorem of marking 90 degree angles
• 1.3.4 laying out of a mitre for unusual angles
• 1.4 produce shapes, angles and drawings to scale with the basic drafting instruments, including:
• 1.4.1 drawing lines to scale
• 1.4.2 drawing an octagon centred on a page


• 2. demonstrate the principles of orthographic drawings to produce a three view drawing of a shop project
• 2.1 describe the concepts of orthographic presentations, including:
• 2.1.1 top view
• 2.1.2 front view
• 2.1.3 right side view
• 2.1.4 left side view
• 2.1.5 rear view
• 2.1.6 bottom view
• 2.2 demonstrate the concepts of orthographic projections


• 3. demonstrate basic competencies
• 3.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
• 3.1.1 communicate
• 3.1.2 manage information
• 3.1.3 use numbers
• 3.1.4 think and solve problems
• 3.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
• 3.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
• 3.2.2 be responsible
• 3.2.3 be adaptable
• 3.2.4 learn continuously
• 3.2.5 work safely
• 3.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
• 3.3.1 work with others
• 3.3.2 participate in projects and tasks


• 4. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
• 4.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
• 4.2 identify steps to achieve goals

Level: First Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisite: CMA3450: Drafting Basics

Description: Students develop knowledge, skills and attitudes in the use of drawing guidelines and interpretations and developing cutting lists related to the cabinetmaker trade.

Parameters: Access to a materials work centre, complete with basic measuring, hand and power tools, and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification as a cabinetmaker.

ILM Resources: Basic Drawing Standards360104c; Interpreting Shop Drawings and Cutting Lists 360104d

Outcomes: The student will:

• 1. demonstrate the use of basic drawing guidelines and interpretation skills to create the orthographic views, sectional views, details and cutting lists required for a project
• 1.1 describe line types used in orthographic drawings, including:
• 1.1.1 border
• 1.1.2 construction
• 1.1.3 object
• 1.1.4 hidden
• 1.1.5 centre
• 1.1.6 dimension
• 1.1.7 extension
• 1.1.8 leader
• 1.1.9 text
• 1.1.10 cutting plane
• 1.1.11 break
• 1.1.12 material
• 1.2 demonstrate correct dimensioning methods and techniques, including:
• 1.2.1 unidirectional dimensioning
• 1.2.2 aligned dimensioning
• 1.2.3 machine dimensioning
• 1.2.4 architectural dimensioning
• 1.3 describe section and details and the use of materials symbols, including:
• 1.3.1 cross-section
• 1.3.2 partial section
• 1.3.3 horizontal section
• 1.3.4 transverse section
• 1.3.5 offset section
• 1.4 describe page layout and centring techniques, including:
• 1.4.1 title box
• 1.4.2 drawing area
• 1.4.3 vertical and horizontal spacing


• 2. describe shop drawings and develop cutting lists
• 2.1 interpret shop drawings, including:
• 2.1.1 line types
• 2.1.2 material symbols
• 2.1.3 dimensions
• 2.1.4 specifications
• 2.1.5 joinery choices
• 2.1.6 types and grades of material
• 2.1.7 grain direction
• 2.2 develop a cutting list for a basic shop project from a working drawing


• 3. demonstrate basic competencies
• 3.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
• 3.1.1 communicate
• 3.1.2 manage information
• 3.1.3 use numbers
• 3.1.4 think and solve problems
• 3.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
• 3.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
• 3.2.2 be responsible
• 3.2.3 be adaptable
• 3.2.4 learn continuously
• 3.2.5 work safely
• 3.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
• 3.3.1 work with others
• 3.3.2 participate in projects and tasks


• 4. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
• 4.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
• 4.2 identify steps to achieve goals

Level: First Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisite: CMA3455: Drawings & Cut Lists

Description: Students develop knowledge, skills and attitudes in the use of computers and computer-aided drafting (CAD) and residential print reading related to the cabinetmaker trade.

Parameters: Access to a materials work centre, complete with computers with appropriate software and basic measuring, hand and power tools, and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification as a cabinetmaker.

ILM Resources: Orientation to Computers and Computer Aided Design (CAD) 360104e; Residential Print Reading – Part A 360104fA; Residential Print Reading – Part B 360104fB

Outcomes: The student will:

• 1. draw simple objects using CAD
• 1.1 describe basic computer systems and CAD
• 1.2 describe the basic two-dimensional CAD system and commands, including:
• 1.2.1 scales
• 1.2.2 toolbars
• 1.2.3 nodes
• 1.2.4 lines
• 1.2.5 circles
• 1.2.6 arcs
• 1.2.7 splines
• 1.2.8 copy command
• 1.2.9 mirror command
• 1.2.10 undo, escape, zoom and erase commands
• 1.3 draw joints with horizontal and vertical lines using CAD


• 2. interpret residential prints
• 2.1 interpret residential prints to isolate the cabinetmaker’s work, including:
• 2.1.1 plans
• 2.1.2 elevations
• 2.1.3 cross-sections
• 2.1.4 sections
• 2.1.5 details
• 2.1.6 specifications
• 2.1.7 abbreviations
• 2.2 interpret residential plans to determine the interaction of other related building trades, including:
• 2.2.1 carpenter
• 2.2.2 plumber
• 2.2.3 electrician
• 2.2.4 sheet metal worker
• 2.2.5 painter and decorator


• 3. demonstrate basic competencies
• 3.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
• 3.1.1 communicate
• 3.1.2 manage information
• 3.1.3 use numbers
• 3.1.4 think and solve problems
• 3.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
• 3.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
• 3.2.2 be responsible
• 3.2.3 be adaptable
• 3.2.4 learn continuously
• 3.2.5 work safely
• 3.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
• 3.3.1 work with others
• 3.3.2 participate in projects and tasks


• 4. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
• 4.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
• 4.2 identify steps to achieve goals

Level: First Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisite: None

Description: Students develop knowledge, skills and attitudes in applying mathematical concepts to solve problems related to the cabinetmaker trade.

Parameters: Access to a materials work centre, complete with basic measuring, hand and power tools, and to instruction from an individual with journeyperson certification as a cabinetmaker.

ILM Resources: Basic Math Concepts – Part A 360105aA; Basic Math Concepts – Part B 360105aB; Area, Perimeter, Board Feet and Volumes – Part A 360105bA; Area, Perimeter, Board Feet and Volumes – Part B 360105bB; Ratio and Proportion, and Percentage 360105c

Outcomes: The student will:

• 1. solve trade-related mathematics problems in both the metric (SI) and imperial systems of measurement
• 1.1 perform basic math concepts and operations
• 1.2 perform basic calculator functions and operations, including:
• 1.2.1 addition and subtraction
• 1.2.2 multiplication and division
• 1.2.3 exponents
• 1.2.4 square roots
• 1.3 describe the use of metric and imperial measurement systems, including:
• 1.3.1 linear measurement
• 1.3.2 area measurement
• 1.3.3 volume measurement
• 1.3.4 mass (weight) measurement
• 1.4 perform calculations involving fractions, including:
• 1.4.1 addition and subtraction
• 1.4.2 multiplication and division
• 1.4.3 converting between fractions and decimal numbers
• 1.5 convert measurements between the metric and imperial systems, including:
• 1.5.1 linear measurement
• 1.5.2 area measurement
• 1.5.3 volume measurement
• 1.5.4 mass measurement
• 1.5.5 temperature
• 1.6 perform calculations with equations, including:
• 1.6.1 addition and subtraction
• 1.6.2 multiplication and division
• 1.6.3 exponents and roots
• 1.7 perform calculations using the Pythagorean theorem


• 2. calculate area and volume for various shapes and objects
• 2.1 use formulas to calculate area and perimeter of:
• 2.1.1 equilateral shapes
• 2.1.2 rectangles
• 2.1.3 parallelograms
• 2.1.4 trapezoids
• 2.1.5 triangles
• 2.1.6 circles
• 2.2 use formulas to calculate board feet and volume, including:
• 2.2.1 gross materials
• 2.2.2 net materials
• 2.2.3 shrinkage and waste


• 3. solve various trade-related problems involving ratio and proportion and percentage
• 3.1 perform ratio and proportion calculations to solve trade-related problems, including:
• 3.1.1 direct proportion calculations
• 3.1.2 indirect proportion calculations
• 3.2 perform percentage calculations to solve trade-related problems, including:
• 3.2.1 converting percent to decimal
• 3.2.2 converting decimal to percent
• 3.2.3 calculating waste factor
• 3.2.4 calculating shrinkage factor


• 4. demonstrate basic competencies
• 4.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
• 4.1.1 communicate
• 4.1.2 manage information
• 4.1.3 use numbers
• 4.1.4 think and solve problems
• 4.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
• 4.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
• 4.2.2 be responsible
• 4.2.3 be adaptable
• 4.2.4 learn continuously
• 4.2.5 work safely
• 4.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
• 4.3.1 work with others
• 4.3.2 participate in projects and tasks


• 5. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
• 5.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
• 5.2 identify steps to achieve goals

Level: First Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisite: None

Description: Students, on the work site, continue to develop and refine those competencies developed in related Career and Technology Studies (CTS) occupational areas, previous practicums and other experiences.

Parameters: This course should be accessed only by students continuing to work toward attaining a recognized credential offered by an agency external to the school. Practicum courses extend the competencies developed in related CTS occupational areas. The practicum courses may not be delivered as stand-alone courses and may not be combined with core courses. This course may not be used in conjunction with Registered Apprenticeship Program courses. This practicum course may be delivered on- or off-campus. Instruction must be delivered by a qualified teacher with journeyperson certification or an experienced professional with journeyperson certification, who is under the supervision of the qualified teacher; both must be authorized to supervise trainees for the external credential.

Outcomes: The student will:

• 1. perform assigned tasks and responsibilities efficiently and effectively, as required by the agency granting credentials
• 1.1 identify regulations and regulatory bodies related to the credential
• 1.2 describe personal roles and responsibilities, including:
• 1.2.1 key responsibilities
• 1.2.2 support functions/responsibilities
• 1.2.3 code of ethics
• 1.3 describe personal work responsibilities and categorize them as:
• 1.3.1 routine tasks; e.g., daily, weekly, monthly, yearly
• 1.3.2 non-routine tasks; e.g., emergencies
• 1.3.3 tasks requiring personal judgement
• 1.3.4 tasks requiring approval of a supervisor


• 2. analyze personal performance in relation to established standards
• 2.1 evaluate application of competencies developed in related CTS courses
• 2.2 evaluate standards of performance in terms of:
• 2.2.1 quality of work
• 2.2.2 quantity of work
• 2.3 evaluate adherence to workplace policies and procedures related to health and safety
• 2.4 evaluate the work environment in terms of:
• 2.4.1 location
• 2.4.2 floor plan of work area
• 2.4.3 analysis of workflow patterns
• 2.5 evaluate a professional in a related occupation in terms of:
• 2.5.1 training and certification
• 2.5.2 interpersonal skills
• 2.5.3 technical skills
• 2.5.4 professional ethics


• 3. demonstrate basic competencies
• 3.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
• 3.1.1 communicate
• 3.1.2 manage information
• 3.1.3 use numbers
• 3.1.4 think and solve problems
• 3.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
• 3.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
• 3.2.2 be responsible
• 3.2.3 be adaptable
• 3.2.4 learn continuously
• 3.2.5 work safely
• 3.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
• 3.3.1 work with others
• 3.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

Level: First Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisite: None

Description: Students, on the work site, continue to develop and refine those competencies developed in related Career and Technology Studies (CTS) occupational areas, previous practicums and other experiences.

Parameters: This course should be accessed only by students continuing to work toward attaining a recognized credential offered by an agency external to the school. Practicum courses extend the competencies developed in related CTS occupational areas. The practicum courses may not be delivered as stand-alone courses and may not be combined with core courses. This course may not be used in conjunction with Registered Apprenticeship Program courses. This practicum course may be delivered on- or off-campus. Instruction must be delivered by a qualified teacher with journeyperson certification or an experienced professional with journeyperson certification, who is under the supervision of the qualified teacher; both must be authorized to supervise trainees for the external credential.

Outcomes: The student will:

• 1. perform assigned tasks and responsibilities efficiently and effectively, as required by the agency granting credentials
• 1.1 identify regulations and regulatory bodies related to the credential
• 1.2 describe personal roles and responsibilities, including:
• 1.2.1 key responsibilities
• 1.2.2 support functions/responsibilities
• 1.2.3 code of ethics
• 1.3 describe personal work responsibilities and categorize them as:
• 1.3.1 routine tasks; e.g., daily, weekly, monthly, yearly
• 1.3.2 non-routine tasks; e.g., emergencies
• 1.3.3 tasks requiring personal judgement
• 1.3.4 tasks requiring approval of a supervisor


• 2. analyze personal performance in relation to established standards
• 2.1 evaluate application of competencies developed in related CTS courses
• 2.2 evaluate standards of performance in terms of:
• 2.2.1 quality of work
• 2.2.2 quantity of work
• 2.3 evaluate adherence to workplace policies and procedures related to health and safety
• 2.4 evaluate the work environment in terms of:
• 2.4.1 location
• 2.4.2 floor plan of work area
• 2.4.3 analysis of workflow patterns
• 2.5 evaluate a professional in a related occupation in terms of:
• 2.5.1 training and certification
• 2.5.2 interpersonal skills
• 2.5.3 technical skills
• 2.5.4 professional ethics


• 3. demonstrate basic competencies
• 3.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
• 3.1.1 communicate
• 3.1.2 manage information
• 3.1.3 use numbers
• 3.1.4 think and solve problems
• 3.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
• 3.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
• 3.2.2 be responsible
• 3.2.3 be adaptable
• 3.2.4 learn continuously
• 3.2.5 work safely
• 3.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
• 3.3.1 work with others
• 3.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

Level: First Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisite: None

Description: Students, on the work site, continue to develop and refine those competencies developed in related Career and Technology Studies (CTS) occupational areas, previous practicums and other experiences.

Parameters: This course should be accessed only by students continuing to work toward attaining a recognized credential offered by an agency external to the school. Practicum courses extend the competencies developed in related CTS occupational areas. The practicum courses may not be delivered as stand-alone courses and may not be combined with core courses. This course may not be used in conjunction with Registered Apprenticeship Program courses. This practicum course may be delivered on- or off-campus. Instruction must be delivered by a qualified teacher with journeyperson certification or an experienced professional with journeyperson certification, who is under the supervision of the qualified teacher; both must be authorized to supervise trainees for the external credential.

Outcomes: The student will:

• 1. perform assigned tasks and responsibilities efficiently and effectively, as required by the agency granting credentials
• 1.1 identify regulations and regulatory bodies related to the credential
• 1.2 describe personal roles and responsibilities, including:
• 1.2.1 key responsibilities
• 1.2.2 support functions/responsibilities
• 1.2.3 code of ethics
• 1.3 describe personal work responsibilities and categorize them as:
• 1.3.1 routine tasks; e.g., daily, weekly, monthly, yearly
• 1.3.2 non-routine tasks; e.g., emergencies
• 1.3.3 tasks requiring personal judgement
• 1.3.4 tasks requiring approval of a supervisor


• 2. analyze personal performance in relation to established standards
• 2.1 evaluate application of competencies developed in related CTS courses
• 2.2 evaluate standards of performance in terms of:
• 2.2.1 quality of work
• 2.2.2 quantity of work
• 2.3 evaluate adherence to workplace policies and procedures related to health and safety
• 2.4 evaluate the work environment in terms of:
• 2.4.1 location
• 2.4.2 floor plan of work area
• 2.4.3 analysis of workflow patterns
• 2.5 evaluate a professional in a related occupation in terms of:
• 2.5.1 training and certification
• 2.5.2 interpersonal skills
• 2.5.3 technical skills
• 2.5.4 professional ethics


• 3. demonstrate basic competencies
• 3.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
• 3.1.1 communicate
• 3.1.2 manage information
• 3.1.3 use numbers
• 3.1.4 think and solve problems
• 3.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
• 3.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
• 3.2.2 be responsible
• 3.2.3 be adaptable
• 3.2.4 learn continuously
• 3.2.5 work safely
• 3.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
• 3.3.1 work with others
• 3.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

Level: First Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisite: None

Description: Students, on the work site, continue to develop and refine those competencies developed in related Career and Technology Studies (CTS) occupational areas, previous practicums and other experiences.

Parameters: This course should be accessed only by students continuing to work toward attaining a recognized credential offered by an agency external to the school. Practicum courses extend the competencies developed in related CTS occupational areas. The practicum courses may not be delivered as stand-alone courses and may not be combined with core courses. This course may not be used in conjunction with Registered Apprenticeship Program courses. This practicum course may be delivered on- or off-campus. Instruction must be delivered by a qualified teacher with journeyperson certification or an experienced professional with journeyperson certification, who is under the supervision of the qualified teacher; both must be authorized to supervise trainees for the external credential.

Resources:

Outcomes: The student will:

• 1. perform assigned tasks and responsibilities efficiently and effectively, as required by the agency granting credentials
• 1.1 identify regulations and regulatory bodies related to the credential
• 1.2 describe personal roles and responsibilities, including:
• 1.2.1 key responsibilities
• 1.2.2 support functions/responsibilities
• 1.2.3 code of ethics
• 1.3 describe personal work responsibilities and categorize them as:
• 1.3.1 routine tasks; e.g., daily, weekly, monthly, yearly
• 1.3.2 non-routine tasks; e.g., emergencies
• 1.3.3 tasks requiring personal judgement
• 1.3.4 tasks requiring approval of a supervisor


• 2. analyze personal performance in relation to established standards
• 2.1 evaluate application of competencies developed in related CTS courses
• 2.2 evaluate standards of performance in terms of:
• 2.2.1 quality of work
• 2.2.2 quantity of work
• 2.3 evaluate adherence to workplace policies and procedures related to health and safety
• 2.4 evaluate the work environment in terms of:
• 2.4.1 location
• 2.4.2 floor plan of work area
• 2.4.3 analysis of workflow patterns
• 2.5 evaluate a professional in a related occupation in terms of:
• 2.5.1 training and certification
• 2.5.2 interpersonal skills
• 2.5.3 technical skills
• 2.5.4 professional ethics


• 3. demonstrate basic competencies
• 3.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
• 3.1.1 communicate
• 3.1.2 manage information
• 3.1.3 use numbers
• 3.1.4 think and solve problems
• 3.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
• 3.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
• 3.2.2 be responsible
• 3.2.3 be adaptable
• 3.2.4 learn continuously
• 3.2.5 work safely
• 3.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
• 3.3.1 work with others
• 3.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

Level: First Period Apprenticeship

Prerequisite: None

Description: Students develop knowledge, skills and attitudes in the practice of workshop health and safety, communication and career planning.

Parameters: Access to a materials work centre and to instruction from an individual with specialized training in occupational health and safety (and understanding of the cabinet construction industry) and/or a cabinetmaker.

ILM Resources: Safety Legislation, Regulations and Industry Policy in the Trades 650101a; Climbing, Lifting, Rigging and Hoisting 650101b; Hazardous Materials and Fire Protection 650101c; Introduction to Trades Training 360101a; The Cabinetmaking Trade 360101b; Trade Safety – Part A 360101cA; Trade Safety – Part B 360101cB; Occupational Health and Safety and Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) 360101d; Safety Committees, Safety Inspections and Industrial Health Hazards 360101e

Note: This course may promote discussions around sensitive topics (e.g., injury and death) in the context of student safety with respect to workplace hazards.

Outcomes: The student will:

• 1. describe legislation, regulations and practices intended to ensure a safe workplace in the cabinetmaker apprenticeship trade
• 1.1 demonstrate the ability to apply the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHS), Regulation and Code, as well as the changes from Bill C-45
• 1.2 explain the core requirements applicable to all industries, including:
• 1.2.1 engineering controls
• 1.2.2 administrative controls
• 1.2.3 personal protective equipment (PPE)
• 1.3 demonstrate an understanding of the 26 parts of the OHS code requirements applicable to all industries
• 1.4 demonstrate an understanding of the 12 parts of the OHS code requirements applicable to specific industries and activities
• 1.5 demonstrate an understanding of the 11 OHS Code Schedules that the Explanation Guide does not address
• 1.6 explain the role of the employer and employee in regards to occupational health and safety legislation, including:
• 1.6.1 employer responsibilities (OHS Regulations)
• 1.6.2 employee responsibilities (OHS Regulations)
• 1.6.3 Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems (WHMIS)
• 1.6.4 fire regulations
• 1.6.5 Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB)
• 1.6.6 related advisory bodies and agencies; e.g., The Alberta Construction Safety Association (ACSA), The Construction Owners Association of Alberta (COAA), The Occupational Health and Safety Council, Work Safe Alberta, The Safety Codes Council
• 1.7 explain industry practices for hazard assessment and control procedures in four main hazard categories, including:
• 1.7.1 biological
• 1.7.2 chemical
• 1.7.3 ergonomic
• 1.7.4 physical hazards
• 1.8 identify and describe hazard assessment tools that both employee and employer must use in assessing and controlling work-site hazards, including:
• 1.8.1 work-site hazard identification and assessment
• 1.8.2 health and safety plan
• 1.8.3 joint work-site health and safety committee
• 1.8.4 emergency response plans
• 1.8.5 first-aid and incident reports
• 1.9 identify and describe employer engineering controls that provide the highest level of worker protection, including:
• 1.9.1 elimination
• 1.9.2 substitution
• 1.9.3 redesign
• 1.9.4 isolation
• 1.9.5 automation
• 1.10 identify and describe employer administrative controls that limit hazards to the lowest level possible, including:
• 1.10.1 safe work practices
• 1.10.2 job procedures, policies, rules
• 1.10.3 work/rest schedules to reduce exposure
• 1.10.4 limiting hours of work
• 1.10.5 scheduling hazardous work during non-peak times
• 1.10.6 utilizing optional methods
• 1.11 describe the responsibilities of workers and employers to apply emergency procedures, including:
• 1.11.1 emergency response plans
• 1.11.2 first aid
• 1.12 describe positive tradesperson attitudes with respect to legal responsibilities for all workers, including:
• 1.12.1 housekeeping
• 1.12.2 lighting
• 1.12.3 personal protective equipment (PPE)
• 1.12.4 emergency procedures
• 1.13 describe the roles and responsibilities of employers and employees with respect to the selection and use of personal protective equipment (PPE), including:
• 1.13.1 eye protection; e.g., class 1 (spectacles), class 2 (goggles), class 3 (welding helmets), class 4 (welding hand shields), class 5 (hoods), class 6 (face shields), class 7 (respirator face pieces)
• 1.13.2 flame resistant clothing
• 1.13.3 foot protection; e.g., category 1, 2 or 3 footwear requirements
• 1.13.4 head protection; e.g., class G (general), class E (electrical), class C (conducting)
• 1.13.5 hearing protection; e.g., earplugs or earmuffs
• 1.13.6 life jackets and personal floatation devices (PFDs)
• 1.13.7 limb and body protection
• 1.13.8 respiratory protective equipment; e.g., particulate filters; chemical cartridges or canisters; airline respirators, hoods, helmets and suits; self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA)
• 1.13.9 a combination of any of the above


• 2. describe the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and safe practices for climbing, lifting, rigging and hoisting in the cabinetmaker apprenticeship trade
• 2.1 select, use and maintain specialized PPE for climbing, lifting and loading, including:
• 2.1.1 full body harness
• 2.1.2 body belt
• 2.1.3 ladders
• 2.1.4 scaffold systems
• 2.1.5 lifting and moving equipment
• 2.1.6 PPE for lifting
• 2.1.7 materials handling equipment; e.g., forklift, four wheel dolly, chain hoist, overhead crane
• 2.2 describe manual lifting procedures using correct body mechanics, including:
• 2.2.1 back safety
• 2.2.2 general procedures for lifting
• 2.2.3 employer and employee preventative actions to prevent back injuries
• 2.3 describe rigging hardware and the safety factor associated with:
• 2.3.1 wire rope slings
• 2.3.2 synthetic fibre web slings
• 2.3.3 chain slings
• 2.3.4 rigging hardware inspection
• 2.4 select the correct equipment for rigging typical loads, including:
• 2.4.1 eyebolts
• 2.4.2 shackles
• 2.4.3 rings and links
• 2.4.4 hooks
• 2.4.5 swivels
• 2.4.6 spreader bars and equalization beams
• 2.4.7 blocks
• 2.4.8 sheaves
• 2.4.9 turnbuckles
• 2.5 describe hoisting and load-moving procedures


• 3. describe the safety practices for hazardous materials and fire protection in the cabinetmaker apprenticeship trade
• 3.1 describe the roles, responsibilities features and practices related to the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) program, including:
• 3.1.1 suppliers’, employers’ and employees’ responsibilities
• 3.1.2 WHMIS classifications
• 3.1.3 health effects from exposure to chemicals
• 3.2 describe the three key elements of WHMIS, including:
• 3.2.1 worker education
• 3.2.2 supplier and workplace product labeling
• 3.2.3 material safety data sheets
• 3.3 describe handling, storage and transportation procedures when dealing with hazardous material, including:
• 3.3.1 handling, storing and transporting flammable liquids
• 3.3.2 handling, storing and transporting compressed gas
• 3.3.3 storage of incompatible materials
• 3.4 describe safe venting procedures when working with hazardous materials, including:
• 3.4.1 mechanical general ventilation
• 3.4.2 local ventilation
• 3.4.3 portable smoke extractor
• 3.4.4 working in a confined space
• 3.5 describe fire hazards, classes, procedures and equipment related to fire protection, including:
• 3.5.1 elements of a fire
• 3.5.2 classes of fires
• 3.5.3 fire extinguisher labels
• 3.5.4 extinguishing small fires
• 3.5.5 the PASS method


• 4. demonstrate communication skills and workshop safety as they pertain to occupational health and safety standards
• 4.1 communicate trade-related information using standard terms for components and operations, including:
• 4.1.1 verbal, visual, written and listening communication skills
• 4.1.2 personal appearance
• 4.1.3 business appearance
• 4.1.4 suppliers and sales representatives
• 4.1.5 customers
• 4.1.6 tradespeople
• 4.2 identify key areas of responsibility that an employee has in regards to shop and trade safety, including:
• 4.2.1 employee responsibilities
• 4.2.2 compressed air
• 4.2.3 employer responsibilities
• 4.2.4 hazardous materials, dangerous goods and controlled products
• 4.3 explain the correct use of fire extinguishers and fire-prevention techniques


• 5. understand the role of tradespeople, employers, local apprenticeship committees, the provincial apprenticeship committee and the Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training Board
• 5.1 describe the role of training institutions and regulatory bodies, and identify resources, people and facilities designed to promote apprenticeship success
• 5.2 describe acceptable standards of attendance and classroom and shop behaviour
• 5.3 describe the role of, and the means of communicating with, the apprenticeship liaison officer
• 5.4 describe appropriate available study resources and methods
• 5.3.1
• 5.3.2


• 6. demonstrate an understanding the cabinetmaker apprenticeship trade and the apprenticeship opportunities that exist by creating a personal career portfolio
• 6.1 describe the history of the cabinetmaker trade as it developed from ancient to modern times
• 6.2 describe current trends in the cabinetmaker trade, including computer numerically controlled (CNC) machinery
• 6.3 describe and define the scope of the journeyperson cabinetmaker’s duties, including:
• 6.3.1 reading and interpreting plans and specifications
• 6.3.2 rendering shop drawings and cutting lists
• 6.3.3 planning production
• 6.3.4 preparing material
• 6.3.5 assembly, finishing, installation and maintenance
• 6.4 describe the terms as they apply to the cabinetmaker trade:
• 6.4.1 commercial
• 6.4.2 institutional
• 6.4.3 furniture
• 6.4.4 residential
• 6.5 define general trade-related terminology
• 6.6 refine and present a personal career portfolio, showing evidence of strengths and competencies, including:
• 6.6.1 application completion
• 6.6.2 cover letter
• 6.6.3 resumé including references
• 6.7 demonstrate knowledge about workplace requirements, rights and responsibilities and relate this knowledge to personal career and employment expectations
• 6.8 outline the educational requirements to move into the cabinetmaker apprenticeship trade area as well as post-secondary requirements and opportunities, including:
• 6.8.1 conducting successful employment searches
• 6.8.2 communicating in the language in which business is conducted
• 6.8.3 preparing a personal employment search portfolio
• 6.8.4using technologies, tools and information systems appropriately for job preparation


• 7. demonstrate basic competencies
• 7.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
• 7.1.1 communicate
• 7.1.2 manage information
• 7.1.3 use numbers
• 7.1.4 think and solve problems
• 7.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
• 7.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
• 7.2.2 be responsible
• 7.2.3 be adaptable
• 7.2.4 learn continuously
• 7.2.5 work safely
• 7.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
• 7.3.1 work with others
• 7.3.2 participate in projects and tasks


• 8. create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
• 8.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
• 8.2 identify steps to achieve goals