LEVEL: Year 10
LENGTH: One Semester
Content:
In this course students will develop skills using traditional hand tools as well as experience the use of modern machinery and power tools to complete their projects.
The course will focus on:
- framing joints, types of framing joints, construction and applications
- safe workshop practice
- sanding and finishing techniques
- use of manufactured board
- use of a variety of timbers
- use hand and power tools
- use of computer aided technology.
Suggested projects:
- Foot stool
- Coffee table
- Side Table
Assessment:
Students’ performance will be determined according to the subject’s Achievement Standards as outlined in the framework of the Australian Curriculum. Grades A to E will be used for reporting purposes.
Practical: 70%
Theory: 30%
Leads to: Stage 1 Furniture Design & Construction A (Material Solutions) and Stage 1 Furniture Design & Construction B (Material Solutions).