Woodwork

Furniture Construction C

This wood based course has wide appeal to all students but is very relevant for those interested in a career in a wood related occupation. The course would also assist those interested in learning some practical skills and how to work with timber in the production of various projects. The course has one unit per semester in Year 11 and in Year 12. To obtain the full vocational benefit of the course you must complete a work placement during the two years. This gives you the opportunity of gaining Certificate I, You could then apply for exemptions in further training e.g. at C.I.T. if you pursue a career in this field.

The course expects students to participate to the best of their ability, with courtesy and respect to others and equipment. Practical projects, which explore various construction methods, will be completed each semester.

Past students have appreciated the industry-based modules and the vocational work placement. Many have found it to be a great introduction to the world of work. Another benefit to you is the possibility of full time employment arising from the work placement.

UNITS

Working with Wood 1: Is an excellent introduction to the furniture construction industry. Students are provided with a wonderful opportunity to create practical and interesting projects. During the completion of these projects students will be given access to machinery and tools which many have previously not been exposed to. A strong emphasis is placed upon the development of work-shop skills and the successful completion of practical projects.

Working with Wood 2: Further explores the furniture construction industry and encourages students to achieve at a higher level through the development of their acquired skills. They will continue to use new tools and build upon their workshop techniques. There is a continued focus on practical strength and the supporting theoretical knowledge.

Working with Wood 3: Takes full ad-vantage of the knowledge and abilities that that have been acquired in the previous two units. Students will begin choosing their own projects and apply basic design principles within the work-shop. These projects will be of greater difficulty allowing the fine tuning of techniques and processes and will require the students to obtain a finish of exceptional quality.

Working with Wood 4: Is an exciting unit for the students as they have worked hard developing their skills and workshop knowledge. They are given the opportunity to produce a final project of their own choice. This final project is a true reflection of each student’s capabilities. Throughout the course students will have developed a sound appreciation of what the furniture construction industry has to offer.

Competencies covered throughout the course include:

•  Apply quality standards
•  Assemble furnishing components
•  Communicate in the workplace
•  Construct a basic timber furnishing product
•  Follow OHS procedures
•  Follow plans to assemble production furniture
•  Hand make timber joints
•  Join solid timber
•  Make measurements and calculations
•  Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
•  Prepare surfaces for finishing
•  Select and apply hardware
•  Use furniture making sector hand and power tools
•  Work in a team
•  Work safely in the construction industry