Woodworking Pathway
The goal of the Construction: Woodworking Pathway at Arvada West High School is to prepare students for real-world opportunities in construction and woodworking.
Woodworking Pathway Courses
Woodworking Technology
- Course ID: 17006G05014
- Credit: 0.5
- Semester
- Prerequisite: None
- Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12
- Fee associated with course
Woodworking Technology provides an overview of the planning, design, layout and technical drawing interpretation for practical use in woodworking, cabinetmaking and millworking. Different cabinet and furniture styles used, various wood products and materials and proper tool selection may also be covered. Students will be introduced to the different construction processes in the cabinetmaking, furniture-making and millwork industries. Students will learn about measurement, layout, shop drawings and cutting lists. They will gain a basic understanding of the various kinds of materials used in the industry. Students will learn to use selected woodworking tools and machinery. Correct and safe use of tools and equipment is emphasized. The construction of several projects will develop student’s woodworking skills.
Woodworking Technology II
- Course ID: 17006G05034
- Credit: 0.5
- Semester
- Prerequisite: Woodworking Technology
- Grade: 10, 11, 12
- Fee associated with the course
In Woodworking Technology II, students will expand their knowledge of workshop and tool safety, joinery techniques, project design, shop maintenance, power tool and hand tool use and wood theory. There will be an emphasis on craftsmanship and on joinery skills, attention to detail and elements of design.
Woodworking Technology III
- Course ID: 17006E05012
- Credit: 0.5
- Semester
- Prerequisite: Woodworking Technology II
- Grade: 11, 12
- Fee associated with course
Woodworking Technology III provides continuing instruction in woodworking with a blend of historic and modern technology skills. This course includes in-depth instruction of hand tools, power tools, custom-made tools, advanced woodworking techniques, drafting and wood science.
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