Practical Woodwork

Technical Department

The Practical Woodworking course gives you hands-on experience with real-world woodworking skills. Mostly based in a workshop, you'll spend time working with tools and materials, but there’s also a written part where you'll cover the theory, safety, and techniques behind it all.

The course is split into three main areas:

Flat-frame construction
You’ll learn how to use woodworking tools to create joints and assemblies for flat-frame joinery, taking on more complex builds as you progress.

Carcase construction
This area focuses on the skills needed to construct larger, box-like structures, helping you get comfortable with advanced woodworking techniques.

Machining and finishing
Here, you’ll get to use machines and power tools to prepare and finish your work, learning professional surface preparation and finishing techniques to complete your projects to a high standard.

It's the perfect course for anyone looking to build confidence in practical skills while mastering woodworking fundamentals!

At Lanark Grammar, we teach National 4 and National 5 Practical Woodwork.

Assessment

Assignment

In National 4, units are assessed based on work created in class. An added value unit is then completed near the end of the year.

At National 5, an assignment is sat in class, making up around 70% of your overall grade.

The craftwork has to be manufactured with a high level of independence to be awarded a good grade for this component.

Exam

There is no exam at National 4.

At National 5 an hour-long exam is sat, worth 60 marks. The exam makes up around 30% of your overall grade.

Ideal Candidate

This course is suitable for learners with an interest in practical technologies. It is largely learner-centred. Candidates must have good numeracy skills, patience and attention to detail.

This course is for those wanting to progress to a related career or for pupils interested in practical subjects.