Core and Optional Modules

Module 1: Introduction to Upholstery (Core)

Suggested time: 4-8 hours
Level: Introductory
Prerequisite: None

Foundational Objectives

To provide students with experience in the upholstery industry that will enable them to make informed career decisions.
To demonstrate an understanding of business and entrepreneurial practices used in society.

Common Essential Learnings Foundational Objectives

To enable the students to understand and use the vocabulary and expressions used in upholstery. (COM)
To practice and reflect upon co-operative, respectful, and empathetic behaviours. (PSVS)

	Learning Objective	Notes
1.1	To develop a vocabulary, list of terms, equipment, supplies, and procedures related to the upholstery industry. (COM)	Have students initiate a journal with the distinct areas of: vocabulary, list of terms, equipment, supplies, procedures and interviews. Pictures and drawings may be added to the journal. This journal may be developed each year as the students study additional courses in upholstery.
1.2	To recognize the types of upholstery. (TL)	Invite an upholsterer or dealer's representative to be a guest speaker or tour an upholstery shop; if possible, view types of upholstery.
1.3	To identify the different fields of upholstery.	Compare the various field of upholstery listed below. Note the differences in fabrics used, detail, style, etc.: furniture automotive marine air recreational vehicle. Tour different types of upholstery shops.
1.4	To recognize the relationship between the customer and the business person. (PSVS)	An upholsterer or dealer's representative may be invited to be a guest speaker. Have students develop a list of customer expectations. Develop a list of dealers expectations. Role play how a potential business person would receive, greet, and do business with a prospective customer.

Module 2A: Safety (Core)

Suggested time: 4-12 hours
Level: Introductory
Prerequisite: None

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 for the upholstery industry.
To develop independent decision-making skills pertaining to the upholstery industry.

Common Essential Learnings Foundational Objectives

To promote intuitive, imaginative thought and the ability to evaluate ideas, processes, and experiences related to upholstery. (CCT)
To develop a responsible attitude toward the safety of oneself and others. (PSVS)

	Learning Objective	Notes
		Safety will be introduced within this module and the practices will be integrated throughout other modules as the situation requires.
2.1	To identify safety as an important practice in the upholstery industry. (COM)	Have the students discuss the need for safety in the work place. Discuss the emergency evacuation procedures and gathering places in the case of fire or other situation necessitating quick exit from a work area. Ask students to identify and locate safety equipment in the work area.
2.2	To identify common safety hazards in an upholstery shop. (CCT)	Tour the work site (school or community) under the direction of the instructor. Provide a safety checklist that the student can fill in prior to working at the job site and as an assessment of potential safety procedures. Consult recommended resource list for safety resources.
2.3	To identify sources of potential personal injury and proper responses to injury. (CCT)	Have the students discuss potential injuries to eyes, ears and hands. Have the students develop a list of situations when personal protective equipment (PPE) is to be used. (PSVS) Students should locate safety equipment in the work area and discuss the procedures for using it. Ensure that all students know the location of the first aid kit and the emergency eye wash station. Ensure that all students understand how to use the eye wash station.
2.4	Explain the necessity of maintaining a clean workplace. (COM)	Establish a routine clean-up procedure for daily duties. Students may appoint a clean-up foreman each week and produce a clean-up duty list for the semester.
2.5	Explain the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) and the procedures to be followed. (TL)	Have a speaker come in to discuss WHMIS. Have the students develop a list of chemicals used in the area. Ensure that all these materials are included in the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) binder. Ensure that all students know where to find the first aid procedures on the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS). Quiz students to determine understanding of all areas discussed. WHMIS resources are readily available.

Module 2B: Safety (Core)

Review or repeat Module 1A as required before progressing to the next module at the 20 level.

Suggested time: 3-5 hours
Level: Intermediate

Module 2C: Safety (Core)

Review or repeat Module 1A as required before progressing to the next module at the 30 level.

Suggested time: 3-5 hours
Level: Advanced