Principles of Furniture & Joinery Design Semester 1 & 2 1 Jennifer Byrne 2014

Principles of Furniture & Joinery Design 10 ECT module 10 ECT module Semester 1 = 50% 5 ECT Semester 1 = 50% 5 ECT 5 ECT aprox 100 learning hours 5 ECT aprox 100 learning hours Semester 1 Semester 1 Class contact 36hrs Class contact 36hrs Independent Learning aprox. 64hrs Independent Learning aprox. 64hrs Blended learning consisting of class contact and online learning and research. Blended learning consisting of class contact and online learning and research. No Final exam. No Final exam. Portfolio of coursework Portfolio of coursework 2Jennifer Byrne 2014

Principles of Furniture & Joinery Design Linked module : Linked module : Principles of Furniture Principles of Furniture & Joinery Design 10 Ects & Joinery Design 10 Ects Bespoke Machining Bespoke Machining Techniques & Furniture 210 Ects Techniques & Furniture 210 Ects 3D CAD 5 Ects 3D CAD 5 Ects Wood Finishing10 Ects Wood Finishing10 Ects One project is common to all of the above modules with many learning outcomes from each module being assessed using this project. One project is common to all of the above modules with many learning outcomes from each module being assessed using this project. 3Jennifer Byrne 2014

Module Descriptor This module introduces the student to the concepts of design with regard to creating bespoke items of Furniture / Joinery. It enables them to explore and understand the process from conception through to tender, from designing from a brief to sourcing materials, to evaluating production costs, to presentation. The module is also designed to provide the student with the theoretical knowledge of the history and development of Furniture / Joinery. 4Jennifer Byrne 2014

Module Aim The aim of this module is to provide the student with the tools and knowledge to design and create items to the description in a given brief. By completing the design process from start to finish the student will be provided with the confidence to go out into the work force with a better understanding of the whole designing process in relation to real life business. It also aims to supply students with the theoretical information to manufacture furniture and joinery. 5Jennifer Byrne 2014

Module Aim (Cont.) To familiarise students with the process of laminating, bending and shaping timber as required for furniture and joinery construction. To ensure students recognise details of historical furniture and joinery and to understand the development of period furniture and joinery styles. Jennifer Byrne 20146

Learning Outcomes: Appreciate the various stages of the design process. Appreciate the various stages of the design process. Apply techniques, processes and methodologies for creating designs. Apply techniques, processes and methodologies for creating designs. Recognise and sketch the features and characteristics of historical furniture and joinery. Recognise and sketch the features and characteristics of historical furniture and joinery. Demonstrate an understanding of the theoretical elements and their application as required in the construction of furniture and joinery Demonstrate an understanding of the theoretical elements and their application as required in the construction of furniture and joinery Jennifer Byrne 20147

Learning Outcomes: (Cont). Display theoretical knowledge of the lamination, bending and shaping of component parts. Display theoretical knowledge of constructing veneered patterns. Measure, design and draw out plans for a kitchen& produce a materials list and costing for same. Carry out research on a designer and or artefact. Given a brief, produce a detailed report from designing through to the completion of the end product including a 10 min oral presentation. Given a brief, produce a detailed report from designing through to the completion of the end product including a 10 min oral presentation. Jennifer Byrne 20148

Module Content: Design Process: various methods used for design process Design Process: various methods used for design process Creation: using creative thinking to create 3D designs, showcase them by freehand and or CAD drawings Creation: using creative thinking to create 3D designs, showcase them by freehand and or CAD drawings Material selection: Understanding the limits of different materials and knowing the jointing used in various situations. Application of problem solving techniques, methods and processes. Material selection: Understanding the limits of different materials and knowing the jointing used in various situations. Application of problem solving techniques, methods and processes. Furniture / Joinery manufacturing theory. Furniture / Joinery manufacturing theory. Timber laminations, bending and shaping. Timber laminations, bending and shaping. 9Jennifer Byrne 2014

Module Content: (Cont.) Pattern veneering. Pattern veneering. Furniture and joinery sizes. Furniture and joinery sizes. History of furniture / Joinery History of furniture / Joinery Communication : Expand on previous communication skills and include them in the over all process of dealing with a customer’s brief. Carry out research on a designer and or artefact. Kitchen design and planning. 10Jennifer Byrne 2014

Module Delivery Contact time 3 hours per week for two semesters. Students are expected to practice, complete, or expand on class work outside class hours. Independent learning is further encouraged through course-work projects. Group learning and peer learning is encouraged in classroom activities and coursework. Jennifer Byrne

Course-work: Assignment Completed Portfolio of Coursework: Numerous course-work projects covering all of the learning out comes. Design an item of furniture or joinery given a brief/specification demonstrating an understanding of the module content. Assignments will be issued to cover the areas outlined in the Module Content. Complete a detailed project from a given brief Evidence of a depth of understanding of areas of theory relevant to the development of the projects Oral Presentations 10 minute 12Jennifer Byrne 2014

Course-work: Assignment Course-work: Assignments Course-work: Assignments Design the artefact. Design the artefact. Supply evidence of a depth of understanding of areas of theory relevant to the development of the project. Supply evidence of a depth of understanding of areas of theory relevant to the development of the project. Supply materials list, cutting list, work schedule, sequence of events sketches and working drawings of table. Supply materials list, cutting list, work schedule, sequence of events sketches and working drawings of table. Oral Presentation 10 minute Oral Presentation 10 minute 13Jennifer Byrne 2014

Essential Reading: The Technique of Furniture Making Ernest Joyce:B T Batsford ISBN Specialized Joinery Tomas Corkhill & S.G Duckworth Algrove Publishing ISBN The Nature and Aesthetics of Design David Pye A& C Black ISBN Serious Creativity Edward De Bono Harpur Collins, London, ISBN Jennifer Byrne