Intro to Woodwork

Thinking about taking up a skilled trade such as in building and construction, cabinet and furniture making, motor trades, or plumbing? This course will give you hands-on experience using the tools of the trades!

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You can join this course if you are:

a South Australian resident, or hold a valid work or study visa, and;
18 years or older, and;
not enrolled at school or in a Flexible Learning Options program
preparing for work or study.

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Who is this course for?

This course is for people considering going into a skilled trade. Learn about and become familiar with common tools and specific terminology and language used in trade-based industries.

Learn the basics of keeping yourself and others safe in a workshop environment.

What will I learn?

The course topics include:

Workshop safety and personal protective equipment
Common tradie language
How to read and follow project plans, diagrams, and instructions
Measuring tools and how to accurately measure
The uses of hand and power tools e.g., hammer, saws, drills, sanders, rasps, planes, and chisels
Varnishes, paints, stains and finishes
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How will I learn?

Watch demonstrations on the safe and effective use of tools and then apply those instructions and techniques yourself to undertake tasks using the tools. Work in a team environment and share tools and resources to undertake activities, including clean-up and pack-up.

Put everything you learn into practice working on your very own project throughout the course.

Learner Pathways

Students who study with CCSA’s Community Learning are eligible for a scholarship with the following institutes:

Looking for a different course?

See all of our available foundation skills courses

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