Students make legs, tops, drawers, frames, panels, and doors for cabinets. Introduces tools used in woodworking including hand and portable, electric and air tools. Covers tool care and minor repairs. Stresses functions, selection, maintenance, and safety. Teaches fundamentals of woodworking machines and standard millwork operations.
Studies correct construction techniques.
Safety is taught the first 15 hours and stressed throughout the course. Teaches detailed drawing concepts, writing bills of materials, and material cost estimates. Uses all elements of good design. Studies types of stains, fillers and finishes and techniques to properly prepare wood. Teaches hand and spray painting.