Finishes and Finishing

Curriculum details

Strand

Tools, Equipment and Processes (Strand 3)

Sub-strand

Finishes and Finishing (3.5)

Content standard

B9.3.5.1 - Demonstrate understanding of application of finishes

Indicator

B9.3.5.1.1 - Demonstrate the techniques of applying finishes to resistant materials

Suggested placement

Term 2, Week 6 (Week 18 of the year)

Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.

Curriculum reference

Career Technology, Common Core Programme (JHS1-JHS3), 2023, p. 98

Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

1. Identify finishes and tools for finishing resistant materials
E.g.
- Finishes-lacquer, paints, thinner, turpentine
- Tools-brushes, spray can, roller
2. Identify materials used for preparing surfaces of wood, metal and wall to be finished.
E.g., sanding sealers, sand paper, emery cloth, filler
3. Prepare the surface to be finished by using glass paper for wood, emery cloth for metal, and filler for walls.
4. Demonstrate the procedure for applying finishes to resistant materials, in groups.
E.g.
- Mix lacquer with thinner
- Apply first coat and allow to dry
- Apply second coat and allow to dry
5. Demonstrate how to wash the finishing tools after use.
E.g.
- Use thinner to wash brush used for applying lacquer
- Use water to wash brush used for applying emulsion paint