3. Material Budget Challenge.
3. Material Budget Challenge.
Welcome to Carpentry
Lesson Plan: Week 1 - Welcome to Carpentry (6 Hours)
Lesson Plan: Week 1 - Welcome to Carpentry (6 Hours)
Lesson Plan Document: Week 2 - Measure Twice, Cut Once (6 Hours)
Lesson Plan Document: Week 2 - Measure Twice, Cut Once (6 Hours)
Lesson Plan Document: Week 3 - Introduction to Hand Tools.
Lesson Plan Document: Week 3 - Introduction to Hand Tools.
Lesson Plan Document: Week 4 - Introduction to Power Tools.
Lesson Plan Document: Week 4 - Introduction to Power Tools.
Lesson Plan Document: Week 5 - Introduction to Wood Types.
Lesson Plan Document: Week 5 - Introduction to Wood Types.
Lesson Plan Document: Week 6 – Fasteners and Joinery.
Lesson Plan Document: Week 6 – Fasteners and Joinery.
Lesson Plan Document: Week 7 – Blueprint Reading & Design.
Lesson Plan Document: Week 7 – Blueprint Reading & Design.
Lesson Plan Document: Week 8 – Framing Basics.
Lesson Plan Document: Week 8 – Framing Basics.
Lesson Plan Document: Week 9 – Finish Carpentry.
Lesson Plan Document: Week 9 – Finish Carpentry.
Week 10 - Final Carpentry Project: Build a Small Bench with Shelf
Week 10 - Final Carpentry Project: Build a Small Bench with Shelf
Objective
Learn cost-effectiveness in material selection by choosing the right wood for a small shelf within a $30 budget.
Scenario
You have $30 to build a small wooden shelf. Choose your materials wisely! You can mix and match different types of wood, but your total cost must stay under $30.
Materials List
Pine: $2 per ft
Oak: $5 per ft
Plywood sheet: $15
MDF board: $10
Task
1. Choose your materials and write how many feet (or sheets) you plan to use.
2. Add up the cost to make sure it’s under $30.
3. Explain why you chose those materials for your shelf.
✍️Materials Used:
Pine: _______ ft x $2 = $_______
Oak: _______ ft x $5 = $_______
Plywood: ___ sheet x $15 = $_______
MDF: ______ sheet x $10 = $_______
Total Cost: $_______ (must be $30 or less)
Review: Why did you choose these materials?