Beginner Woodworking - Richmond (Sold on external site)

$220.00
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Over a 10 week program running on Monday Evenings, this course will introduce participants to working with tools (conventional tools, hand-held power tools, and some stand-alone power tools) and working with timber. It will include lots of practice in a great learning space for people who want to learn woodwork as a hobby or looking for training and employment pathways in this field. Set among a class size of 7 participants in the dedicated Richmond studio ‘Burnley Backyard’, participants will gain end to end experience with designing their small-sized project, sourcing timber from stock or externally, fabricating components, assembly and finishing.

Note: This course is booked directly with Richmond Neighborhood Centre, click the button below to be taken to the booking page.

Over a 10 week program running on Monday Evenings, this course will introduce participants to working with tools (conventional tools, hand-held power tools, and some stand-alone power tools) and working with timber. It will include lots of practice in a great learning space for people who want to learn woodwork as a hobby or looking for training and employment pathways in this field. Set among a class size of 7 participants in the dedicated Richmond studio ‘Burnley Backyard’, participants will gain end to end experience with designing their small-sized project, sourcing timber from stock or externally, fabricating components, assembly and finishing.

Note: This course is booked directly with Richmond Neighborhood Centre, click the button below to be taken to the booking page.

Projects you could make:

* A small planter box.

* Plant Stand

* Small coffee table or side table

* Serving tray

* Cook book stand

(all projects will be built from recycled and sustainably sourced timber, however if participants wish to bring their own timber, it’s discussed in the first class to ensure suitability).

What will you learn

  • Recognise and name basic hand held tools and power tools

  • Safe and appropriate use of these tools, and how to maintain them

  • How to mark and measure in a precise way

  • Simple joinery techniques and assembly

  • How to plan and draw a project

  • Different finishing and sanding techniques

What to expect from the course

The first class introduces participants to the space and an overview of safety and tools available to use is given. Set projects are introduced and participants are encouraged to leave the first session with an idea of the space, tools and the project they want to make.

The second class sees participants selecting timber and starting to cut pieces to size, typically first using a Combination Mitre Saw. Joinery methods are discussed and project designs are finalised.

Throughout the remainder of the classes, projects are progressed iteratively through the stages of component fabrication, stages of assembly and ‘glueups’ and take 3D form around 6th-8th sessions after which finishing is generally performed

Cost:

Our Learn Local courses are friendly and welcoming, with highly capable and professional tutors who love sharing their expertise and knowledge with you.

These Learn Local courses enable you to develop your skills in a wide range of areas, opening up employment and further education possibilities, and helping you to better connect with your community.

These courses are partially funded by ACFE, Adult and Community Further Education , meaning we can provide excellent training at a reduced cost to you.

  • *Funded Fee: $220

  • **Concession Fee: $200

  • Full Fee: $550

(ACFE Tuition Fee: $27, Amenities: $193/$173)

*To be eligible for an ACFE funded place in the course you must be an Australian, a New Zealand citizen or an Australian permanent resident. You can also be eligible if you're an asylum seeker in specified visa categories, referred by a Jobs Victoria Employment Network provider.

**Concession price is available for pension, healthcare and Veteran’s Gold card holders.