Woodworking Skills For Furniture Designers

In the first part of the course you will practice and develop core joinery skills. In the second part, the skills learned will be applied to a set project, when you will build a piece of furniture. Please note that you will be working on a specific project and will not be able to make your own design during the course.


At the end you will have a finished piece of furniture to include in a portfolio and have gained the knowledge, experience and confidence to attempt basic furniture making projects of your own.


Topics covered

• tools: their selection, use and care
• timber identification and selection
• basic cabinetmaking
• hardware and fixings
• alternative construction methods
• finishing

Level: This beginners course has been designed with the novice maker in mind, so should be viewed as an introduction or foundation course.


Entry requirements: None


Please note: This course is for students aged 18 and older