WOOD

In this course students will learn the safe operation of basic woodworking machines and will build, starting from basic designs, a number of wood projects. A ‘warm-up’ project is offered to build a general skill set before embarking on a major project. Each year, a different major project is offered in this class. The procedures involved in project planning, developing materials lists, costing, gluing, clamping, preparing stock, making 6 basic woodworking joints, project assembly, and preparing and applying a finish will be taught.

Personalization of projects is encouraged through the use of laser cutting/engraving, CAD/CNC router machining, adding accessories/hardware, epoxy resin work and selecting a finish of choice. Motivated students will have opportunities to further develop their skills with small personal projects and lathe projects as time and teacher discretion permit.

Woodwork 10 is an extension of Woodwork 9, teaching students the skills of more complicated machine processes and requiring them to take on more sophisticated and exciting projects. A ‘warm-up’ project is offered to build a general skill set before embarking on a major project. Each year, a different major project is offered in this class.

Students will make their own project sketches, full-size working drawings, materials/cost lists and production path plans. Personalization of projects is encouraged through the use of laser cutting/engraving, CAD/CNC router machining, adding accessories/hardware, epoxy resin work and selecting a finish of choice. Motivated students will have opportunities to further develop their skills with small personal projects and lathe projects as time and teacher discretion permit.

Students in this course will learn the safe operation of stationary power tools and hand tools to construct a variety of projects. A different ‘start up’ project is offered each year to give both introductory and experienced students an opportunity to develop or enhance their skills. The class will cover the essential areas associated with design/drawing, material selection/preparation, cutting lists, layout and producing 6 different types of joinery to construct a take home project.

Personalization of projects is encouraged through the use of laser cutting/engraving, CAD/CNC router machining, adding accessories/hardware and selecting a finish of choice. Motivated and experienced students will have the opportunity to design/draw and construct secondary projects of their choice, using all equipment available in the shop. Custom designed projects for experienced students such as bed frames, epoxy resin tables, guitars, lathe turnings, cabinets and furniture pieces can be constructed with parent/teacher approval. Introductory students are encouraged to construct selected pre-designed projects and experiment with laser cutting projects such as earrings, models/ornaments and custom signs.

Students will be provided with opportunities to develop the ability to apply relevant mathematical and technical language skills, see the relationship of their studies to potential career paths plus apply organizational and problem-solving skills.

Woodwork 12 continues on with the design and problem solving approach undertaken in Woodwork 11. Experienced students will plan and manage personal projects in greater depth. Personal and project management, literacy and numeracy skills, career pathways, health and safety, environmental issues, future technologies, plus advanced tools and equipment processes will be covered.

Students will review the safe operation of stationary power tools and hand tools before constructing projects. A different ‘start up’ project is offered each year to give both introductory and experienced students an opportunity to develop or enhance their skills. The class will review the essential areas associated with design/drawing, material selection/preparation, cutting lists, layout and producing 8 types of advanced joinery to construct a take home project. Personalization of projects is encouraged through the use of laser cutting/engraving, CAD/CNC router machining, adding accessories/hardware and selecting a finish of choice.

Motivated and experienced students will have the opportunity to design/draw and construct secondary projects of their choice, using all equipment available in the shop. Custom designed projects (or ‘Capstone projects’) for experienced students such as bed frames, epoxy resin tables, guitars, lathe turnings, cabinets and furniture pieces can be constructed with parent/teacher approval. Introductory students are encouraged to construct selected pre-designed projects and experiment with laser cutting projects such as earrings, models/ornaments and custom signs.

Carpentry & Joinery 12: Cabinet Construction continues on with the design and problem solving approach undertaken in Carpentry & Joinery 12. As well, this course will provide students with a direct line to Camosun College and its Level 1 Cabinet Making Apprenticeship Training Program in Joinery (Youth Train In Trades). The Level 1 technical training content includes safe shop practices, materials, joints, layout techniques, hand tools, portable power tools, woodworking machines, assembly techniques, finishing and installing millwork.

Students are expected to complete a standardized project that is recognized by Camosun College and complete a Level 1 course theory workbook and exam. Students that successfully complete the high school portion of this course will be recommended by the Joinery Instructor to be enrolled for the 6-week completion course which takes place at Camosun College.