Viewmont High School

Carpentry I Disclosure

2015-2016

Contact Information:

Mr. Tim Kidder

801 -755-7941 tkidder@dsdmail.net

Course Description:

This is a beginning carpentry class learning basic skills in residential construction. Students will learn how to use and operate hand and power tools. Students will have a hands-on experience in project building.

Course Objective:

The course objective is to introduce high school students to the carpentry skills necessary to become employed in the building trades. This course will include units in safety, blueprints, hand tools, framing, painting, roofing, and finish work.

Textbook:

Modern Carpentry by Wagner, Smith, and Kropf

Tools Needed:

Safety glasses and carpentry tools will be provided for the students to use during the class.

Safety:

Safety is of prime importance. Everyone must think safety at all times. Shoes will be worn at all times, NO SANDALS! It is recommended that loose fitting clothing not be worn for this class.

A safety test will be given at the first of the semester and needs to be passed at 100% before student can touch or handle any power tools prior to beginning construction. Any student that violates any safety rules will be permanently dismissed from the class.

Ethical Values:

o Every student is important, and each has many good qualities. o It is a hands-on class and everyone needs to do their share and work together to

get the most out of this building experience. o Abusive language will NOT be tolerated from anyone. o Smoking, chewing, drugs, or alcohol will not be allowed on the job site.

o Any vandalism to property or to any equipment will be repaired and paid for by the STUDENT.

o Cell phones and ear buds of any kind are not allowed during class and should be put away.

o Safety glasses must be worn at all times. o Littering will not be allowed.

Attendance:

Because this is a hands-on class, attendance is required. Participation points will be given. A student is considered absent if he/she is more than 20 minutes late.

Grades and Citizenship:

Assignments will be given for each unit taught. A mid-term and final test will be given. The state test will be given at the end of the semester. It will count on the final grade for the class. Students are graded on work accomplished each day and on assignments and tests. Students will need to do what is asked of them.

If they are late more than four times, a "U" will be given for their citizenship. All District and School Citizenship rules will apply.

The Instructor reserves the right to change the terms of this disclosure at any time and will notify students of any changes.

Please cut the bottom portion and sign and return.

I have read and understand this disclosure, and I will follow the rules stated.

Student Signature Parent/Guardian Signature

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