PUPD
3221
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Spring 2012
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Faculty:
Mark Bechtel
Emphasis will be placed upon construction techniques that are used in industry as well as the development of skills that will allow students to build their own high quality furniture. The course is designed to provide students with supervised instruction in the construction techniques that are involved in the design activities central to their Concepts & Applications courses. Traditional and experimental upholstery, off loom woven structures, knockdown cabinetry, inflammables and composites such as fiberglass, carbon fiber and Kevlar will be covered. Students will be instructed in the safe and efficient uses of these materials and techniques. In addition, students will learn how to construct shipping containers required for their work. Teamwork and collaboration are stressed, and shop etiquette, safe operation and efficient management are taught as well.Open to: PRD Juniors only
