Wood Technology is a 5 credit program offered at the grade 10, 11 and 12 levels that offers in depth learning of basic through advanced woodworking skills. Modern and traditional methods of woodworking are included and allowance for students to take on their specific interests in the field is highly encouraged.

Although the courses begin in grade 10, it is possible for grade 9 students to enroll in the grade 10 course. Following this trend students can enroll in the grade 11 course when in grade 10 then grade 12 when in grade 11.

Clamps
End Table
Stools
End Table 2
Sugi Ban Fuji
Kaleb Joint
Shack 3
Yak Bench
Mat Cutting board
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Clamps
End Table
Stools
End Table 2
Sugi Ban Fuji
Kaleb Joint
Shack 3
Yak Bench
Mat Cutting board
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Course Information

  • Grade 10 Wood Technology, 1 Credit WT20G, Can enroll in grade 9
  • Grade 11 Wood Technology, 2 Credits WT30SA, WT30SB
  • Grade 12 Wood Technology, 2 Credits WT40SA, WT40SB
  • Total of 5 credits offered in the Wood Technology Program

Topics Studied

  • Personal safety
  • Use of stationary power tools
  • Use of portable power tools
  • Wood shaping processes
  • Wood identification
  • Measurement
  • Wood joinery
  • Finishing
  • Wood selection
  • Use of hand tools
  • Sharpening of hand tools
  • Laser engraving and cutting
  • Options to pursue personal interests in woodworking
  • Small furniture making
  • Material calculation
  • And much more

Career Opportunities

  • Carpenter
  • Cabinet maker
  • Furniture manufacturing
  • Concrete form building
  • Contracting
  • Maintenance
  • Lutherie
  • Renovations
  • Window and door manufacturing
  • Lumber sales
  • Teaching
  • Tool sales
  • And other related careers

Post Secondary Education

Contact

School
Phone 204 888-0684
Wood Technology Instructor
Mr.Edginton – E-mail kurtis.edginton@sjasd.ca