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Course: |
FIW 230
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Title: | Adv Mandollin Construction |
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Long Title: | Advanced Mandolin Construction |
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Course Description: | Design and build a carved top/back mandolin from a set of plans. This class is an extension of FIW 130 Mandolin Construction. |
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Min Credit: | 6 |
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Origin Notes: | RRCC |
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Course Notes: | Entered new course 11/23/11 LK |
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STANDARD COMPETENCIES:
1. Build an advanced carved top/back mandolin from a set of plans.
2. Use gouges, chisels and other hand and power tools used in mandolin construction in advanced applications.
3. Choose and apply a finish suitable for mandolin construction.
TOPICAL OUTLINE:
I. Making a rough neck
II. Bending and assembling the ribs
III. Carving the top
IV. Carving the back
V. Making the fretboard
VI. Neck joint
VII. Tap tuning the instrument
VIII. Fitting the nut and bridge and initial setup
IX. Finishing the instrument
X. Setup
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