Upholstery 10, 20, 30: Curriculum Guidelines

Module 13: Connectors (Optional)

Suggested time: 2-5 hours
Level: Intermediate
Prerequisite: Modules 2 and 3

Foundational Objectives

To develop skills in the use of equipment and materials common to the upholstery industry.
To develop workplace skills, knowledge, and attitudes that may lead to successful employment.
To demonstrate safe working practices and techniques for the upholstery industry.

Common Essential Learnings Foundational Objectives

To use numeracy to measure and calculate in the upholstery field. (NUM)
To manipulate tools in order to achieve a specific purpose. (TL)
To understand and use the vocabulary that characterizes the field of upholstery. (COM)

	Learning Objective	Notes
13.1	To identify the components of a button machine. (COM)	Create a parts sheet.
13.2	To identify the component parts of different button types. (COM)	List the different types of button backs and best use of each type. Deface or bend a cap. Students should be aware of how easy it is to mark a cap.
13.3	To construct the different types of buttons. (TL)	Produce each type of button, using leather, vinyl and cloth fabrics. Be cautious with the pressure that is applied to the handle of the button machine, as the button machine can deform the button cap or damage vinyl material.
13.4	To list the purposes of each type of button. (COM)	In their journals, students can list and draw a sample of each button type.
13.5	To attach each type of button.	Have the students attach the different buttons to wood and cloth.
13.6	To attach the different types of snaps. (TL)	Attach snaps to both wood and cloth.
13.7	To lay out grommets or air vents. (NUM)	Lay out the placement of grommets on the corner of a small piece of cloth. Attach grommets or vents.
13.8	To reattach a button.	Have students use a tufting needle to reattach a button to a finished piece of furniture.
13.9	To calculate the cost of the materials. (NUM)	Students will complete a sample bill and calculate the cost.