woodworking with Mr. eckhart

woodworking Courses Offered

Woodworking & Design 1 - 2 (CTE 455, 456)

One Semester or Full Year Course

OPEN TO GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12

PREREQUISITE: None

College credit may be available for this course.

National certification in construction available.

This course is a blend of the traditional woodshop and technology. This course is aimed at any student interested in the world of work. Students will build a variety of projects, some required and others selected or designed by the student. Through the construction of projects students will learn to operate a wide variety of woodworking machines. Construction techniques and processes found in the building and cabinetry trades will be explored. Students will be introduced to the integration of technology and woodworking with the use of CNC equipment, software and Laser applications. Upon completion of this course, students will have a good foundation of safe equipment operation and construction practices. This program has an articulation agreement with several local unions and Green River College.

Woodworking & Design 3 - 4 (CTE 457, 458)

Full Year Course

OPEN TO GRADES: 10, 11, 12

PREREQUISITE: Completion of Woodworking Design 1-2

CROSS CREDIT: 3rd year Math

Does not satisfy NCAA athletic eligibility or four-year college entrance requirements.

College credit may be available for this course.

This course is offered for those students interested in learning lifelong skills in the areas of construction and manufacturing. Students will have a variety of areas of study to select from including cabinet making, carpentry and other advanced areas. Students will work with the instructor in planning and implementing a custom-learning plan for the student. The majority of this class will be taught using hands-on projects. This program has an articulation agreement with several local unions and Green River College.

Woodworking & Design 5 - 6 (CTE 461, 462)

Full Year Course

OPEN TO GRADES: 11, 12

PREREQUISITE: “B” or better in Woodworking Design 3-4 or Teacher’s signature

CROSS CREDIT: 3rd year Math

EQUIVALENCY CREDIT: 1.0 credit in Sculpture (Fine Arts)

Does not satisfy NCAA athletic eligibility or four-year college entrance requirements.

College credit may be available for this course.

National certification in construction available

This is an individualized study course where students can take the skills learned in Woodworking and Design 3-4 to the next level. Students will select the projects and areas of study with the instructor’s assistance. This program has an articulation agreement with several local unions and Green River College. National certification in selected areas of construction is available in this program.