Requirements September 1995 until January 2004

1. Study and understand the requirements for personal safety when using such modelmaker hand tools as: knife, scissors, hand saws, scratch awl, files, hammer, screwdriver, hand drills and drill bits, pliers, and wire cutters. Know what precautions to take when using flammable or hazardous products such as: glue, epoxy, paint, thinners, and paper protective equipment such as goggles to be used when grinding or drilling. Discuss these with your counselor and tell why they are important before you begin your model-making project.

2. Explain the uses for each of the following types of models: architectural, structural, process, mechanical, and industrial. Do research into the different types of materials that could be used in making these models.

3. With your counselor's advice, select a subject from requirement 4 for your model project (no kits). Prepare the necessary plans to the proper scale, a list of materials to be used, and a list of the required tools. This model should be your own original work. Tell why you selected this subject.

4. Do one of the following:

(a) Architectural Model

Build a scale model of a house you select to a scale of 1/4"-1'-0" (50:1 Metric). Discuss with your counselor the materials you intend to use, the amount of detail required, house outside treatment (finish shrubbery, walks, etc.) and color selections. After completion of the model, present it to your counselor for approval.

(b) Structural Model

Build a model showing corner construction of a wood frame building to a scale of 1 1/2"=1'-0" (8:1 Metric). All structures shown must be to scale. Cardboard or flat sheet woodstock may be used for sheeting or flooring on the model. Review with your counselor the problems you encountered in gathering the materials and supporting the structure. Be able to name the parts of the wall section, such as: stud, sole plate, bridging, rafter, subfloor, girder, and joist.

(c) Process Model

Build a model showing the plumbing system in your house. Show hot and cold water supply, all waste returns, and venting to a scale of 3/4"=1'-0" (15:1 Metric). Talk to your counselor about how to begin this model, present the scale and the materials you will use. After completion, present the model to your counselor and be prepared to discuss any problems you had building this model.

(d) Mechanical Model

Build a model of a mechanical device that should use at least two of the five simple machines. After completion of the model, present it to your counselor. Be prepared to discuss materials used, the machine's function and use, and any particular difficulty you may have encountered.

(e) Industrial Model

Build a model of an actual passenger-carrying vehicle to a scale of 1"=1'-0" or 1/2"=1'-0" (10:1 or 25:1 Metric). Take the dimensions of the vehicle, and record the important dimensions. Draw the top, front, rear, and sides of the vehicle to scale. From your plans, build a model of the vehicle to scale. From your plans, build a model of the vehicle  and finish in a craftsmanship manner.  Discuss with your counselor the most difficult part of completing this model.

5. List at least six occupations in which modelmaking is used and discuss with your counselor some career opportunities in this field.

Requirements January 2004 until Current

1. Study and understand the requirements for personal safety when using such modelmaker hand tools as knives, vises,files, hammer, screwdriver, hand drills and drill bits, pliers, and portable power tools, and when to use proper protective equipment such as goggles when grinding or drilling. Know what precautions to take when using flammable or hazardous products such as glue, epoxy, paint, thinners. Discuss these with your counselor before you begin your modelmaking project and tell why they are important.

2. Explain the uses for each of the following types of models: architectural, structural, process, mechanical, and industrial. Do research into the different types of materials that could be used in making these models.

3. With your counselor's advice, select a subject from requirement 4 for your model project (no kits). Prepare the necessary plans to the proper scale. Make a list of materials and a list of the required tools. This model should be your own original work. Tell why you selected this subject.

4. Do one of the following:

(a) Make an architectural model. Build a model of a house you select to a scale of 1/4"-1'-0" (50:1 Metric). Discuss with your counselor the materials you intend to use, the amount of detail required, outside treatment (finish shrubbery, walks, etc.) and color selections. After completion of the model, present it to your counselor for approval.
(b) Build a structural model. Construct a model showing corner construction of a wood frame building to a scale of 1 1/2"=1'-0" (8:1 Metric). All structures shown must be to scale. Cardboard or flat sheet wood stock may be used for sheeting or flooring on the model. Review with your counselor the problems you encountered in gathering the materials and supporting the structure. Be able to name the parts of the floor and wall frames, such as intermediate girder, joist, bridging, subfloor, sill, sole plate, stud, and rafter.
(c) Make a process model. Build a model showing the plumbing system in your house. Show hot and cold water supply, all waste returns, and venting to a scale of 3/4"=1'-0" (15:1 Metric). Talk to your counselor about how to begin this model, present the scale and the materials you will use. After completion, present the model to your counselor and be prepared to discuss any problems you had building this model. (d) Complete a mechanical model. Build a model of a mechanical device that uses at least two of the six simple machines. After completion of the model, present it to your counselor. Be prepared to discuss materials used, the machine's function and use, and any particular difficulty you may have encountered.
(e) Make an industrial model. Build a model of an actual passenger-carrying vehicle to a scale of 1"=1'-0" or 1/2"=1'-0" (10:1 or 25:1 Metric). Take the dimensions of the vehicle and record the important dimensions. Draw the top, front, rear, and sides of the vehicle to scale. From your plans, build a model of the vehicle and finish it in a craftsmanlike manner.  Discuss with your counselor the most difficult part of completing this model.

5. Build a special-effects model of a fantasy spacecraft that might appear in a Hollywood science-fiction movie. Determine an appropriate scale for your design – one that makes practical sense. Include a cockpit or control area, living space, storage unit, engineering spaces, and propulsion systems. As you plan and build your model, do the following:

(a) Study aircraft, submarines, and naval ships for design ideas.
(b) Arrange and assemble the parts.
(c) Sketch your completed model.
(d) Write a short essay in which you discuss your design, scale, and materials choices. Describe how you engineered your model and discuss any difficulties you encountered and what you learned.

6. List at least six occupations in which modelmaking is used and discuss with your counselor some career opportunities in this field.