GUS 140 - Checkering I

Prerequisites:
MVGSM Program Acceptance
CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
4 credit(s)

Learn an overview of the building of a sporter style rifle stock from a stock blank. Study in stock design, wood cutting hand tools and their application, stock layout, wood selection, routing and inletting, forend tip and grip cap installation, shaping, recoil pad installation, sanding, finishing and refinishing with oil based finishes.

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Describe and demonstrate how to properly select the correct tools for project.

2. Demonstrate how to use a checkering cradle, and how to properly adjust.

3. Describe and demonstrate pattern layout.

4. Demonstrate layout of master lines.

5. Demonstrate diamond sizing.

6. Demonstrate how to cut left and right lines, and how to keep them straight.

7. Demonstrate proper pointing techniques.

8. Describe the use of borders, and their types.

9. Demonstrate finishing techniques.