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Level 1
Course details
College Reading & Writing Skills
COMM1085
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Conestoga 101
CON0101
- Hours: 1
- Credits: 0
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Drafting And Blueprint Reading
DRWG1097
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Numerical Woodworking Applications
MATH1227
- Hours: 14
- Credits: 1
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Materials
MATR1030
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Woodworking Techniques I
WOOD1010
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Machining Practice I
WOOD1027
- Hours: 112
- Credits: 6
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Finishing I
WOOD1047
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Level 2
Course details
Computer Drafting
COMP1250
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites: DRWG1097
- CoRequisites:
Product Engineering
DSGN1025
Product engineering is the information hub of any woodworking business. In this course we will examine the process of effectively engineering woodworking products. A representative group of furniture will be studied to illustrate the principles of sound construction of furniture, cabinetry, and architectural millwork. Topics will include the selection and application of wood joints, fasteners, and hardware. Students will also prepare a complete set of product specifications including detailed drawings using CAD software, as well as bills of material for woodworking projects.
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites: DRWG1097
- CoRequisites:
CNC (Woodworking)
MACH1020
This course is a basic introduction to the fundamentals of computer numerical control for woodworking. The student will have a general knowledge of basic programming skills and machine operation.
- Hours: 14
- Credits: 1
- Pre-Requisites: MATH1227
- CoRequisites:
Woodworking Techniques II
WOOD1050
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites: WOOD1010
- CoRequisites:
Finishing II
WOOD1077
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites: WOOD1047
- CoRequisites:
Machining Practice II
WOOD1085
- Hours: 112
- Credits: 6
- Pre-Requisites: WOOD1025 OR WOOD1027
- CoRequisites:
Student must pass 1 Course(s), selected in the Student Portal from available course options
Level 3
Course details
Product Design And Development
DRWG2112
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites: COMP1250 AND DSGN1020 OR DSGN1025
- CoRequisites:
Production Equipment and CNC
MACH2290
- Hours: 56
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites: MACH1020 AND WOOD1080 OR WOOD1085
- CoRequisites:
Shop Management
OPER2120
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Woodworking Techniques III
WOOD2020
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites: WOOD1050
- CoRequisites:
Finishing III
WOOD2065
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites: WOOD1077
- CoRequisites:
Machining Practice III
WOOD2140
- Hours: 112
- Credits: 6
- Pre-Requisites: WOOD1085
- CoRequisites:
Student must pass 1 Course(s), selected in the Student Portal from available course options
Level 4
Course details
Architectural Product Design
DSGN2080
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Entrepreneurship
ENTR1011
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Architectural Techniques
WOOD2105
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Architectural Millwork Practice
WOOD2130
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
Machining Practice IV
WOOD2150
- Hours: 112
- Credits: 6
- Pre-Requisites: WOOD2038 OR WOOD2140
- CoRequisites:
Student must pass 1 Course(s), selected in the Student Portal from available course options
Program outcomes
- Describe the variety, grades, physical properties, preparation and uses of materials commonly used in the trade and how these relate to the quality and performance of wood products.
- Explain the responsibility and methods of maintaining a safe working environment in compliance with all applicable legislation.
- Set-up, operate and maintain safely and effectively hand and power tools as well as a wide range of production machinery and equipment used in wood products manufacturing.
- Design, construct and use jigs, fixtures and patterns to enhance the safe and efficient machining and assembly of components.
- Use safely and effectively a variety of industrial wood finishing equipment and techniques.
- Outline a wide variety of manufacturing techniques and processes utilized the in the woodworking industry today as well as those that may be utilized in the future.
- Describe the unique features, design and construction fundamentals of furniture, cabinetry and architectural millwork products.
- Prepare technical drawings, product specifications and cost estimates for a variety of wood products effectively and in compliance with industry practices.
- Design, develop, engineer and construct a major project that demonstrates proficiency in all areas of manufacturing a woodworking product.
- Communicate technical information effectively, at appropriate levels through the use of written and oral language, graphics and computers.
- Apply advanced software, including CAD, CAM, office and database suites to design and manufacturing processes to enhance productivity and efficiency.
- Program, set-up and operate advanced computer-controlled machines.
- Outline the basic principles of sound business practices.