Practical Woodwork
National 4 and National 5
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National 4 and National 5
The course provides opportunities for learners to gain a range of practical woodworking skills and use a variety of tools, equipment and materials. It allows them to plan activities through the completion of a finished product in wood. Participants will develop and enhance psychomotor skills, practical creativity, practical problem solving skills, an appreciation of safe working practices in a workshop environment, and an understanding of sustainability issues in a practical woodworking context.
The structure of this course allows learners to cover fundamental woodwork skills in a progressive fashion. An appreciation of safe working practices will be an integral part of the learning experience.
Progression Pathway
Possible employment or apprenticeships in: Joinery, Mechanics or a similar practical trade.
Level 5 Foundation Apprenticeship in Construction.