Wood Machining
Course
In London
Description
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Type
Course
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Location
London
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Duration
2 Years
Suitable for: This programme is designed to provide a technical introduction and understanding in the setting and operation of basic woodworking machinery.
Facilities
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Start date
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About this course
Steel toe boots or shoes (when in the workshops), all other Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) will be supplied by the College.
Black or Blue pen for written work
2H or 3H pencil for drawing and practical assessments, an eraser and pencil sharpener.
All other drawing and marking equipment will be supplied by the College.
Reviews
Course programme
Furniture Production
Machine Woodworking
Is the course for me?
This programme is designed to provide a technical introduction and understanding in the setting and operation of basic woodworking machinery.
The qualification comprises:
● Core Units
● Occupation-specific Units
● A practical Phase Test
● An Occupation-specific, multi choice on line Test
What does the course involve?
You will Learn about:
● Health and safety
● Machines designed for:-
Sawing timber
Planing timber
Moulding timber
Jointing timber
● Store materials and equipment
● Work efficiently
● Produce setting out details
● Mark out joinery/furniture
● Produce joinery/furniture products
How will I learn?
You will learn in a variety of ways:
● Group and individual study
● Practical assessments
● Written Assignments
● Oral questioning at the end of each practical assessment
● The use of on-line facilities
● Considerable home study is required
The course consists of a series of College set practical assessments, and written assignments, together they consolidate the theory knowledge gained during group and individual study, with the communication skills necessary to implement good working practices in the bench joinery/furniture industry.
In addition, the course prepares you for the C&G on-line examinations.
What will I need for the course?
● Steel toe boots or shoes (when in the workshops), all other Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) will be supplied by the College.
● Black or Blue pen for written work
● 2H or 3H pencil for drawing and practical assessments, an eraser and pencil sharpener.
All other drawing and marking equipment will be supplied by the College.
What options are open to me if I successfully complete the course?
This is a nationally recognised qualification that prepares you for work in the bench joinery/furniture Industry.
Once you have gained employment in this industry discipline, you can train for an NVQ Level 2 in machine woodworking.
What qualifications or experience do I need to get on the course?
None specific to the woodworking Industry, but good English and Mathematic skills are an advantage.
Total commitment to work hard and meet the required standards in all areas of the course.
Length and start date of the course:
The course is one day per week for 2 years - starting in September of each year.
Cost
£45 per day.
Wood Machining