Woodworking: a full day to discover the essentials

This introductory woodworking workshop is an extended version of our “Cutting and Joinery” workshop.

During this one-day course, you will practice and become familiar with the essential vocabulary, tools, and techniques of woodworking.

There are no prerequisites, and you do not need to have a specific project to take part in this workshop.

Duration:

6 hours of instruction in one day, with a one-hour break.

Content and objectives:

This introductory woodworking day alternates between technical explanations and hands-on exercises using all the tools (hand sawing, jigsaw use, etc.):

• understanding the main characteristics of wood and wood-based materials
• learning how to mark out and measure a piece
• hand sawing using traditional saws and Japanese saws
• proper use of a jigsaw
• different types of joints: traditional (mortise and tenon, groove, tongue, rabbet, straight joint, dovetail…) and modern (dowels, lamellos, …)

Assessment:

Entry quiz: Test your knowledge
Instructor observations throughout the course
Skills assessment quiz

Please note:

You may bring your own lunch if you wish; otherwise, you can take your break at nearby shops.

We recommend wearing closed-toe shoes.