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GUN 141
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Title: | Gunstock Carving |
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Long Title: | Gunstock Carving |
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Course Description: | Introduces basic gunstock carving techniques. Students learn basic use of tools, layout and design, relief carving (fish scale and basketweave checkering) and how to find artwork. Students finish one complete design by the end of class. |
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Min Credit: | 2 |
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STANDARD COMPETENCIES:
I. Upon completion of this course students shall demonstrate an understanding of gunstock carving skills. Students in this course will consult with the instructor to select projects/tasks that will be completed to the satisfaction of the instructor. Given performance tests, the student will perform these tasks with a score of 75% or better:
II. Discuss selection of wood stock.
III. Discuss selection of tools.
IV. Demonstrate basic use of wood carving tools.
V. Discuss research and selection of designs.
VI. Explain how to find artwork.
VII. Demonstrate layout of designs.
VIII. Demonstrate relief-carving techniques.
IX. Discuss finishing processes.
TOPICAL OUTLINE:
I. Introductions
II. Shop Rules
A. Firearms
B. Ammunition
III. Shop Safety
A. Safety Glasses
B. If You Don¿t Know, Ask First ¿ Please
IV. Tools Needed
V. Class Projects
VI. Lesson Topics
A. Types of gunstock wood
B. Tools
C. Pattern design and layout
D. Researching artwork
E. Relief carving techniques
F. Finishing
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