Wood Elective Folio Assessment Yr 10 - 2009

© Timothy Robinson – McCallum - 2009
10X Timber - Year 10 Industrial Technology Timber Products – Major Project Portfolio
Callaghan College – Waratah

Technology Campus
Year 10 Industrial Technology
Timber Products - Major Project
Portfolio
‘Boxed Bookcase’
This folio is compulsory & will be required to be

presented to your teacher several times
throughout the year for assessment. It should be
contained in a display folder.
Initial presentation will be in Week 6, Term 1.

Following dates will be advised by your teacher &
Name: Timothy Robinson – McCallum Class: 10X Timber Year: 10
Teacher: Mr. Dibley.
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Year 10 Industrial Technology Timber

Major Project & Folio Outline
A
s part of your School Certificate Studies you are required to produce a Major
Project & an associated Folio. The project that you design & construct is to
be of your choice; however, marks will be allocated for the uniqueness of the
design. All projects must be approved by your teacher before you begin
construction. The materials for the Major Project must be provided by the individual
student.
Before you begin construction on your Major Project you must complete Sections
1&2.
For your folio you must submit the following:
1. A Statement of Intent
Due : T1 Wk9SECTIONS 1&2
• A statement or series of statements identifying the project you will be

constructing, the material it will be made from, types of joints to be used,
etc.
2. Design component
• Research of similar projects (pictures from magazines/brochures/internet,
sketches, etc.)
• Sketches and modifications of your design
• An estimate of the costing
• An anticipated timeline of the steps in completion of your project (Gannt
Chart)
Due : T2 Wk8SECTION 3
3. Full workshop drawings of your project which will include:

• Front, top & side views (orthogonal projection)
• Full dimensions for construction.
• A materials list including all items which will be needed.
• Specific detail of the joints used & processes required to construct the
project.
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4. Steps in construction
Due : T4 Wk2SECTIONS 4, 5&6
• A photographic diary & list of the steps undertaken to construct your

project.
5. Final calculations
• Costing – comparing the estimates with the actual. Include receipts.
• Time plan - comparing the anticipated with the actual
6. Evaluation
• An evaluation of your finished Major Project which explains the
relationship with your original Statement of Intent.
All sections are compulsory for the award of your School Certificate in this
subject.
All WORK IS TO BE SUBMITTED IN AN A4 DISPLAY FOLDER.
Students who have not made a concrete decision on a major project &/or fail to
submit an adequate folio for assessment in Term 1 Week 6, indicating reasonable
planning, will forgo the ability to choose a project of their own & will be required
to construct a project dictated by the class teacher.
SECTION
3
ONE
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Statement of Intent
Name of the project:
Boxed Bookcase.
What is the purpose of your project?

The Boxed Bookcase that I will make will be going into my bedroom of my house. I
wanted a new bookcase, with an Art Deco type style design. Having this new
bookcase allows me to have a new place to put my expanding collection of books.
With it also being an attractive piece of furniture in my bedroom, it will also be used
to:
• Have awards resting on it.
• Organise my folders.
• Organise my school work.
The Boxed Bookcase will enhance the mood of my bedroom, making it an easier
place to be.
Why was it chosen?

Just one of the many purposes of having this Boxed Bookcase is to fulfil the
minimum requirements for my Year 10 Timber Elective Major Project & to
demonstrate my skills which I have learnt over the past few years while at
Callaghan College. This certain type of project will prove to be useful when I may
move out & will need a bookcase which I can call my own to have when moving into
a new house.
What materials have you chosen to construct your project from?

The main materials I will use to construct my project will be Radiata Pine (290x19).
Give reasons for your choice of these materials:

The reasons chosen for this material is because it is cheap, stains well, strong, &
works well with most projects.
What types of joints will be used to construct your project? (Two):

I will be using the following 2 joints in constructing my Boxed Bookcase:
• Rebate Joints – Are used to hold the corner of the job of both members
& also to stable the bookcase.
• Housing Joints – Will be used for the 2nd & 3rd column to slot into on the
base of the bookcase.
What finishing methods will be used?

I intend to stain it with a dark stainer. Only 2 or 3 full coats should do the job, if
need be, maybe an extra one will finish it up nice. A clear lacquer will also be
needed as a finish on the top to finish it.
Other materials needed are:

Screws, Glue & Adjustable Shelf Plugs.
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SECTION
TWO
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Design Sketches & Pictures

Use Sketches & Colourful Pictures of Similar Designs. Also Make Brief
Notes as to Their Good & Bad Points.
Good Points: I like the design & style of the

bookcase, as I wanted to copy mine like this, but
changed it, as I didn’t wish to do the cupboard in
mine. I like the reddish tinge left behind & the size
of the bookcase.
Bad Points: It is too tall, especially if I

made it for my bedroom, it would take up too much
space. Not very much like a ‘box’ design at all, too
rectangular.
Good Points: The wood used is Radiata Pine,

which I have chosen to construct mine with.
Bad Points: The draw is far too small for anything to fit
in & too far low to reach it. I first saw this one & wanted
to copy its design, but changed it to a box designed
bookcase.
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Good Points: Nice sleek, slender design, boasting the back panels with the
boxed front & small drawer.
Bad Points: Too tall for my likings & the boxed front of the
cupboard/bookcase is far too large.
Good Points: Exactly like what I

wanted, with too many spaces. Nice clean
design.
Bad Points: Too big for a Major

Project & for my likings. Has no backing for
it, & looks very unstable.
Good Points: Enough slots for all your

books, folders & what-nots. It’s a
great size for anything too.
Bad Points: The bookcase is on

wheels, allowing to be moved
around, which maybe a hazard of
some kind. But maybe having these
wheels maybe an advantage.
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Good Points: Large enough for all sorts of books & folders to be placed within
the shelves. It is high enough & wide enough for anything.
Bad Points: Being too long may give it the chance & risk of falling over to the
side & creating a mess.
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Sketches of Chosen Design

Make Several Neat Sketches of Your Chosen Design. Show Several
Different Views (Front, Top, Side Views) & Make Brief Notes About Its
Distinguishing Features. Also Show Approximate Dimensions On Sketches.
This bookcase is not very tall &
not very small. The height &
width are especially designed
to fit my certain types of books
& folders. One of these special
designs it that 3 of the shelves
can be moved around to house
different sizes of books &
folders.
Estimated Cost Of Materials

How much do you estimate project cost to make?
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What is your desired budget?
Include any receipts.
Desired Cost: $150.00
Hinges - Yes ( ) No ( X ) Door Knobs- Yes ( ) No ( X )
Catches - Yes ( ) No ( X ) Finishing Material

Stain- Yes ( X ) No ( )
Lacquer- Yes ( X ) No ( )
Other (please specify)
ITEM ESTIMATED COST

290mm x 19mm (Total: $90.00
7.2m)
Adjustable Shelf Plugs x 12 $5.00
500ml Teak Stainer x2 $20.00
1 Litre Lacquer $25.00
Glue, Screws, Tools NIL – From School

Total $140.00
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Anticipated Time Plan

Proposed Timeline – Design & Construction
Proposed Activity
PreparationResearch&
ProjectConstruction of
Preparation of Timber
Steps in Construction
Workshops Drawings
Statement of Intent
Ordering of Timber
Final Calculations
Calculations
Evaluating
Finishing
Week
Term
1 6
7
8
9
10
11
1
2
3
4
5
2 6
7
8
9
10
11
1
2
3
4
5
3
6
7
8
9
10
1
4
2
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SECTION
THREE
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Drawings of Your Project

An Orthogonal Drawing (Front, Top, Side View of Project) With Full
Dimensions. It Is All Neatly Drawn With A Ruler To AS1100 Standards.
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Material List
Complete the table showing a material/cutting list of your project.
Project: Name Boxed Bookcase.
Requir Material
Item Length Width Thick
ed
19m
Small Upright 1 350mm 290mm
m
19m
Medium Upright 1 700mm 290mm
m
1,200m 19m
Large Upright 2 290mm
m m
Shelves (Non – 19m
4 290mm 290mm
Adjustable) m
Radiata Pine
19m
Shelves – (Adjustable) 2 290mm 290mm
m
1,200m
m
Backing Wall 3 900mm 9mm
700mm
350mm
19m
Base/Floor 1 886mm 290mm
m
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Details of Joints
Name of Joint: Rebate Joint
Tools Needed To Construct It: Router – To cut out the required joint (Housing),
Pencil – To mark out cut lines, Rule – To draw clean, straight lines, & Set
Square – To have clean, straight & accurate lines on a 90° angle.
Sketch of Joint:
Name of Joint: Housing Joint

Tools Needed To Construct It: Router – To cut out the required joint (Housing),
Pencil – To mark out cut lines, Rule – To draw clean, straight lines, & Set
Square – To have clean, straight & accurate lines on a 90° angle.
Sketch of Joint:
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SECTION
FOUR
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Steps in Construction & Photographic Diary

Outline the steps used to construct your project & include any photos
taken.
DESIGNING:
1. Design a piece of furniture which can be used by you in the
home. Once chosen, a bookcase was for my bedroom. Mr. Dibley
helped with the designing of the bookcase & to help modify some
changes.
PREPARATION AND CUTTING:

2. Using a Pencil, Tape Measure & a Set Square mark out the
necessary required cut marks.
3. Once all pieces of timber are marked out to be cut, take the timber to Mr. Dibley to be cut on the
Drop Saw.
4. Set up all pieces of timber that is going to be used, & line them in order of
getting cut.
5. When all the pieces of timber are cut (There are 11 total pieces) by Mr. Dibley
on the Drop Saw, gather all items & label them, with chalk, according to size
(By length).
JOINT WORK AND CUTS:

6. With the Two Tallest Side pieces, mark all lines
for cuts & joints & where joints for the shelves
will be placed. Once done, remember to do the same thing to the
other side piece, but that piece will have different shelves.
7. Next, the Middle Side Piece is to be marked out for cuts & joints,
remembering that this piece will differ from the rest.
8. Now, for the Smallest Side Piece, all that needs to be marked out is the Top Rebate Joint.
9. Worked out with a Pencil, Rule, & a Set Square, mark out where all the
required joint cuts will go. NB, The Shelves can be put to the side; work
doesn’t need to start on them for awhile.
10. When all joints are marked out with pencil and all full lengths are written
in chalk, move all unnecessary items away from the workspace.
ROUTER WORK:
11. Set up the Router at the workspace and mark out all new necessary guide
lines. Once the Router is set up & ready to use, start cutting into the
wood from the left side, starting off the job, but staying right next to it.
Only cut into it about 3-4cm so that on the return trip, you don’t “chip”
the end piece off. Now start on the right side and follow the same steps
but now you can cut through the whole way.
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ROUTER WORK CONT:

12. Once completed, you can now start on the other side of your piece of
wood, remembering the measurements and which way it will go.
Continue doing that side the same way as you would have done on the
other side. When the boards are laid up against each other & compared,
they should be opposite each other, with the same joints as one another.
13. Now repeat Steps 11 & 12 to complete the other long side board. When
you have completed that side board, you can start on the Medium
Middle Piece. Then, using the Router, continue to cut all required cuts &
joints.
14. Once the Medium Middle Piece has been cut, start on the Small End Piece. Only one cut is
required for this piece, as it is the lowest.
15. Having made sure that all measurements & cut are to standard and accurate, work may now begin
on the Base Board for the whole book case to stand on/in.
16. When spaces are equally spaced out for the cutting, set up the area for the clamps to be attached to
the job & the work bench. Once again, use the Router to cut the joints out & once finished, check
that all joints are in good condition & that each piece fits into its correct slot.
SANDING THE JOB:

17. Once all cuts & joints are made, sand every single piece thoroughly, sanding
out any chalk & pencil marks. While sanding the job, check over it for any
medium-large holes in the job & fill them up with ‘Putty’.
PRE-DRILLING:
18. When it is fully sanded back with no chalk or pencil marks (Sanding will take
approximately 2-3 Woodwork Lessons) pre-drill all required drill holes with a
0.5mm Drill Piece for a 1mm nail & drill three holes for every slot/joint for a
strong & sturdy hold.
GENERAL CONSTRUCTION:
19. Once all slots/joints are pre-drilled with the 0.5mm Drill Piece, lay
the Bottom Base Board on the table up-side down & have the Tall
End Piece in a 90° Degree position with the top on the ground.
Place a long strip of Glue along the board & hold in place to the
joint & nail into place. Three nails must be used on all slots/joints.
20. With the Bottom Base Board still in the same place, slide it out
further & place the second Tall Piece in to place then put a strip of glue along it & nail, like the
Step before.
21. With this next Step, it is a bit different. Put Glue on both Lower In-side Non-Adjustable Shelve
Slots & put the Shelve in there. Nail it & hold firmly while doing so.
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22. Now turn the job back to its correct position & place it on the
ground. Then with the Top Piece, Glue it & nail it. While
gluing it, have a handful of wet Material Waste to clean up
the runny Glue so it doesn’t dry & leave marks & stains on
your job.
CONSTRUCTING THE HULL:

23. Now turn the job back over up-side down again on to the
table & put the Middle Piece in to place, Glue it & nail it
while holding it firmly in place.
24. Turn the job back to its correct position again & place on to the ground. Glue the slot & joints &
then place the Shelve into it. Nail it & hold firmly, like wise with the other Steps.
25. Once again, now turn your job back over & up-side down on the
table & Glue the joint & have the Shelve in it. Nail the joint &
the Shelves together firmly & hold it.
26. And again, turn the job back over to its correct position & Glue
& nail in the last Shelve Piece. Hold all jobs in together firmly,
while some joints (mostly the corners) will need to be clamped
together.
SANDING AND PUTTYING:

27. Once it is fully dried from gluing, sand over the job again, checking for any more holes in the job,
which can be Puttied up. Sand the 2 left-over Shelves as they will be used at a later date. Spend
approximately another 2 Lessons fully sanding it all up.
28. Once the whole job & the 2 Shelves are completely Sanded & complete, it can all now get ready
to be Lacquered & sprayed.
LACQUER SPRAYING:
29. Now that the Bookcase has had its first Spray coat of Lacquer, sand the job very lightly with the
Sandpaper & then it can be sprayed again.
30. When the second coat has been given to the job, lightly, &
only very lightly sand it back with the Sandpaper. You know
when you have done a good job when it is really smooth to
the touch. Don’t forget to Lacquer & Sand the 2 other Shelves
as well.
31. Once the whole job is fully Sprayed & Sanded, it is now time
to Lacquer it with the paint brush, giving it 2 more coats.
Brush the whole job & the Shelves twice, & sanding them in
between each one.
COMPLETION:
32. Leave the whole job until the next Woodwork Lesson & then
give it one last brush with the Sandpaper and that’s it.
Finished.
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SECTION
FIVE
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Actual Costing of your Major Project

Calculate the actual cost of your project.
Did you go over your original budget?

- No, I was actually under budget.
Item Estimated Actual Cost Differen

Cost ce
290mm x 19mm (Total: $90.00 $96.70 $6.70
8.4m)
Adjustable Shelf Plugs x $5.00 $2.40 $2.60
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500ml Teak Stainer x 2 $20.00 Didn’t Buy $0.00
1 Litre Lacquer $25.00 Supplied By $0.00
School
Total $140.00 $99.10 $40.90
Copies of Receipts for Any Item or Materials
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Actual Time Plan

Show how long each section of your project took to construct. Compare
this with your anticipated timeline in Section 2.
Proposed Timeline – Design &
Construction
Proposed Activity
PreparationResearch &
Construction of Project
Workshop Drawings
Statement of Intent
Proposed Timeline – Design &

Ordering of Timber
Final Calculations
Construction
Calculations
Evaluating
Proposed Activity
Finishing
Week
Term
PreparationResearch &
Construction of Project
Workshop Drawings
Statement of Intent
Ordering of Timber
Final Calculations
Calculations
Evaluating
Finishing
Week
Term
6
7
8
1
9
6
10
7
11
8
1 1
9
2
10
3
11
4
1
5
2
2 6
3
7
4
8
5
9
2 6
10
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11
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3 11
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5
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SECTION
SIX
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Evaluation
Did your project turn out as intended? Did you make some changes?
Refer to your original statement of intent and make an honest evaluation
of your completed Major Project.
Description of the Finished Project:

My description for the finished task is that the Boxed Bookcase is of a typical box-
like design, with the simple step-like structure, giving it that ‘wow’ look at the first
glance at it for anyone. The Bookcase houses 6 compartments and will store a
variety of books, folders, and other such small ornaments. The Bookcase stands at a
medium height and with such books and folders; it will be a very stable piece.
What Problems Did You Encounter?

Just some of the problems encountered were the designing of the Boxed Bookcase
and the design elements that fit in to place with it. Another problem that I
encountered, but overcame was the resizing of the Shelves.
How Did You Overcome These Problems?

By overcoming these problems, I spoke with Mr. Dibley on how I can and could fix
them. Mr. Dibley instructed me to do some small working out and soon after I found
what I needed to do to fix the problems.
What Would You Change If You Could And Why?

If I could change any design aspect of the Major Project, I would change the size of
the Bookcase, because I believe that working with a bigger design is better than
working with a smaller one. Alternatively, I would also change the whole design
completely and instead of having a ‘Boxed’ design it may be a rectangular design;
who knows?
Skills You Have Learnt:

The few skills that I have learnt include on how to organise such a Project like this
one and how to get it up and running from start to finish. With the Project itself, I
have learnt how to manage the cost, time, and working procedures for the Major
Project. Some other skills learnt were preparation of timber, knowledge of time
management, self confidence in work, organisational skills & Practical & Theory
Work and the concept of which it follows.
Self Evaluation Task.
Estimated Mark - 90/100
Estimated Folio Mark - 90/100
Bibliography for Pictures:

http://gpwoodworking.com/images/BoxBookshelf.jpg
http://www.steeldesigns.com.au/images/bs-bookcase-combo-with-lid-.jpg
http://www.dullneon.com/things/squarespace/expetit-white-bookcase.jpg
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© Timothy Robinson – McCallum - 2009

Callaghan College – Waratah

This folio is compulsory & will be required to be

Initial presentation will be in Week 6, Term 1.

Teacher: Mr. Dibley.

Year 10 Industrial Technology Timber

• A statement or series of statements identifying the project you will be

3. Full workshop drawings of your project which will include:

• A photographic diary & list of the steps undertaken to construct your

All WORK IS TO BE SUBMITTED IN AN A4 DISPLAY FOLDER.

What is the purpose of your project?

Why was it chosen?

What materials have you chosen to construct your project from?

Give reasons for your choice of these materials:

What types of joints will be used to construct your project? (Two):

What finishing methods will be used?

Other materials needed are:

Design Sketches & Pictures

Good Points: I like the design & style of the

Bad Points: It is too tall, especially if I

Good Points: The wood used is Radiata Pine,

Good Points: Exactly like what I

Bad Points: Too big for a Major

Good Points: Enough slots for all your

Bad Points: The bookcase is on

Sketches of Chosen Design

Estimated Cost Of Materials

What is your desired budget?

Include any receipts.

Desired Cost: $150.00

Hinges - Yes ( ) No ( X ) Door Knobs- Yes ( ) No ( X )

Catches - Yes ( ) No ( X ) Finishing Material

ITEM ESTIMATED COST

Glue, Screws, Tools NIL – From School

Anticipated Time Plan

Drawings of Your Project

Project: Name Boxed Bookcase.

Name of Joint: Housing Joint

Steps in Construction & Photographic Diary

PREPARATION AND CUTTING:

JOINT WORK AND CUTS:

ROUTER WORK CONT:

SANDING THE JOB:

CONSTRUCTING THE HULL:

SANDING AND PUTTYING:

Actual Costing of your Major Project

Did you go over your original budget?

Item Estimated Actual Cost Differen

Copies of Receipts for Any Item or Materials

Actual Time Plan

Proposed Timeline – Design &

Description of the Finished Project:

What Problems Did You Encounter?

How Did You Overcome These Problems?

What Would You Change If You Could And Why?

Skills You Have Learnt:

Bibliography for Pictures:

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