Class Overview
Continue learning about woodworking and improving your techniques and skills in this hands-on class. Enjoy building a small piece of furniture as you gain confidence using your skills as a woodworker.
Review basic woodworking practices and build upon what you've learned, while practicing woodshop safety. Create a beautiful side table using a variety of tools and techniques. Explore milling and joinery techniques, and learn about power tool maintenance. You will also gain experience using the larger woodworking machines.
Please bring a notebook and pencil to the first class. Students will be required to bring their own Personal Protection Equipment (safety glasses and hearing protection) for all classes.
Learning Objectives
- Review woodshop safety practices with an emphasis on the joiner, planer, and table saw
- Learn intermediate milling techniques
- Explore intermediate joinery techniques
- Get an introduction to new power tools
- Learn about power tool maintenance
- Build a small piece of furniture from wood
Who Might Enjoy This Class?
Preferred experience: successful completion of Woodworking - Level 1 offered by Seattle Central College Continuing Education or equivalent woodworking experience.
- Woodworking students who wish to continue learning and practicing their skills in a very interactive and fun learning environment
- Students who want to build a small piece of furniture at the Wood Technology Center with guidance and support
- Minimum age of 18