Principles of Architecture and
Construction
Mr. Shellie Dick
Room 2710
Conference 2nd Period
281-641-7066
Shellie.dick@Humble.k12.tx.us
General Requirements
This course is recommended for students
in Grades 9-12.
Supplies
Construction Class Fee $10.00.
Class Folder.
Own Safety Glasses Suggested:
Pack of 3+ Paint Brushes:
Introduction
Principles of Architecture and Construction provides an
overview to the various fields of architecture, interior
design, construction science, and construction
technology.
Achieving proficiency in decision making and problem
solving is an essential skill for career planning and
lifelong learning.
Students use self-knowledge, educational, and career
information to set and achieve realistic career and
educational goals.
Introduction
Job-specific, skilled training can be provided through the use of
training modules to identify career goals in trade and industry areas.
Safety and career opportunities are included, in addition to work
ethics and job-related study in the classroom such as
communications; problem solving and critical thinking; Information
Technology Applications; systems; safety, health, and
environmental; leadership and teamwork; ethics and legal
responsibilities; employability and career development; technical
skills; introduction to hand tools; introduction to power tools; basic
rigging; and reading technical drawings.
CLASSROOM RULES
Follow all of the rules and directions the first time they
are given.
Cell phones: allowed to use in production with
permission.
CLASSROOM RULES
Come to class prepared (pen/pencil, and notebook) on a daily basis. Always
be ready to do book work.
Be in your seat, ready for class to start, when the bell rings. If you are going
to be late:
No talking or other noises while I’m or another student is talking.
NO food, no drinks, candy or gum allowed while in the classroom and shop.
Please leave NCCER book in class room.
Folders can be left in room at own risk.
WOODSHOP RULES
Safety glasses are required and must be worn at all
times in the shop area.
Shirt tails must be tucked in while in the shop.
When the class is dismissed into the shop area, all
students must go and be in the woodshop for the entire
class period.
Absolutely, no leaving the shop area without permission.
WOODSHOP RULES
No horseplay, running, throwing things, yelling,
misbehavior, food/eating, drinks while in the woodshop.
Use water fountains in the hall
Clean up your own mess and put the tools away, don’t
expect someone else to clean up after you.
Be working on your projects, quietly, in class. Don’t
waste the shop time that is given to you.
EXPECTATIONS
You will follow all of the school, classroom and
woodshop rules.
You will productively use class time. When
classroom/shop activities are assigned you will use the
time to do and complete the work assigned.
Wasting time will result in a severe decrease of your
grade.
EXPECTATIONS
You will be expected to try your best in all that you do in
this class.
You will respect the property of the school and that of
other students.
Damaging, stealing and/or defacing school or student
property will NOT be tolerated and are grounds for
immediate (possibly permanent) removal.
CONSEQUENCES
1st Infraction = verbal warning - documented
2nd Infraction = discipline - contacting parents
3rd or more Infraction = removal from class –
using handbook step system.
Safety violations and deliberate/gross
misconduct will result in immediate removal from
class.
DRESS
Because of the environment in which this Technology Education Class is
held, Humble Independent School District advises that students in this class
wear clothing that is appropriate for the setting. In this class it is
recommended that over shirts to cover up the student’s school clothes be
used because of the staining and finishing of projects and other activities
that can damage clothing.
Humble Independent School District will not be responsible for clothing that
becomes dirty and/or damaged from classroom/shop activities.
Lockers are provided in the Technology Education
Compartments for students to place clothing that would cover school
clothes.
No sandals, open-toed shoes or slippers will be allowed to be worn in the
labs.
GRADES
Points will be assigned to each graded activity and then
placed into the categories below.
30% Performance (use of class time, attendance,
teacher assessment ~ 5 pts. / day possible)
30% Assignments (bookwork, worksheets)
20% Quizzes / Tests
20% Projects
COURSE UNITS (year long)
The Woodworking Industry
Safety Practices
Designing and Planning
Measuring and Cutting
Nailing
Drilling
Planing, Chiseling, and Sanding
Using Fasteners
Gluing and Clamping
Installing Hardware
Planer
Jointer
Table Saw
Radial-Arm Saw
Band Saw
Sliding Compound Miter Saw
Scroll Saw
Drill Press
Router
Sanders
Lathe
Butt, Biscuit, and Dowel Joints
Rabbet Joint
Dado Joint
Lap Joint
Miter Joint
Mortise-and-Tendon Joint
Dovetail Joints and Casework
Plastic Laminates
Veneering
Preparing for Finishing
Applying Stains and Clear
Finishes
Applying Paints and Enamels
Project Construction
Preparing for Construction
Site work and Foundations
Framing and Enclosing the
Structure
Completing the Exterior
Completing the Interior
Remodeling and Renovation
Maintenance and Repair