This programme provides the ideal opportunity for those people interested in gaining relevant skills with a view to ultimately becoming a joiner. The programme covers Joinery Industry Training Organisation Unit Standards for the National Introductory Certificate in Joinery as well as for further qualifications in the industry. The Unit Standards taught cover theory on power tools, machinery, materials, technology and joinery construction such as stairs, doors, windows and joinery units. Related trade calculations accompany this theory. Drawing and Sketching Trade related working drawings are interpreted and basic skills taught in order to provide students with their own working drawings.
Training develops hand and power tool skills and machine training.
Projects include the manufacture of joinery items such as doors, kitchen units and other joinery fixtures. Practical training is enhanced by the inclusion of 9 weeks work experience with local industry. A unit Booklet is available on request.