National 5 Woodwork

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The Course provides opportunities for learners to  gain a range of practical woodworking skills and to use a variety of tools, equipment and materials. It allows them to plan  activities through to the completion of a finished product in wood. Learners will develop skills in woodworking techniques, measuring and marking out timber sections and sheet materials, safe working practices in workshop environments, practical creativity and problem‐solving skills, and an understanding of sustainability issues in a practical woodworking context. This Course is a broad-based qualification for learners with an interest in crafts. It is  suitable for learners  with an interest in practical woodworking and those wanting to  progress to higher levels of study or a related career. High levels of safe working practices are a requirement for this course.

The Course consists of three Units.

·Flat-frame Construction (National 5) - This Unit helps learners develop skills in the use of woodworking tools and in making woodworking joints and assemblies commonly used in flat-frame joinery.

·Carcase Construction (National 5)  -  This Unit helps learners develop skills in making woodworking joints and assemblies commonly used in carcase construction . Tasks will involve some complex features and may include working with manufactured board or with frames and panels.

·Machining and Finishing (National 5) - This Unit helps learners develop skills in making parts using workshop machinery and commonly used finishes for projects

In each of the Units above, learners will develop an appreciation of safe working practices

in a workshop environment. They will also gain an understanding of sustainability  issues and good practice in recycling in a practical woodworking context.

Assessment

Pupils are required to complete both practical projects and coursework for each of the three units.  The Course Assessment consists of two components set and marked by the SQA. An Assignment worth 70% which is practical based is started at some point after the Christmas break. The final 30% of the course is assessed through an external examination.  Pupils will be awarded an A-D grade if they successfully pass the course.

WHAT WILL MY HOME COMMITMENT BE FOR THIS COURSE?

Students can expect to be doing at least 1/2 hours of study per week which will include learning processes, techniques, tools and materials required for the written exam.

Is PRACTICAL WOODWORK for me? 

you will enjoy this subject if:

· You would like to learn a variety of woodworking skills

· Enjoy working in a workshop environment

· You would like to have responsibility for using a range of tools and machines

· You are considering a career with a practical nature