Woodwork 11-12

This course may be introductory for Grade 11 and 12 students with limited experience. All the basic machine processes are covered. Several small projects are assigned to develop skills and safe work practices. Once comfortable with the machines and specialized tools, students are encouraged to make more complex projects that allow them to develop more advanced joinery and finishing techniques.

This course is regarded as an extension of Woodwork 11. The students become more independent in the use of machine tools, the design and construction of pieces of furniture and in the application of finishing materials. The course will start with small skill-building projects as instruction transitions to an individualized approach so that students may proceed at their own pace on the project of their choice. Upon completion of this course, students will be capable cabinet makers and ready for career opportunities, post-secondary options or apprenticeships.

This course is for students who have completed Woodworking 11 with confidence. Students will be expected to work with more sophisticated designs with a focus on cabinetry using plywood, MDF, particleboard and solid wood. Joinery, jig construction and machine setups will also be more complex.