Overview
This Bench Joinery course is designed for those interested in a career in the construction industry, providing essential skills in joinery and woodworking. It serves as an excellent intermediate programme for students unsure of which career path to pursue, offering hands-on experience and a solid foundation in joinery techniques. By learning practical skills and understanding construction plans, students gain the confidence to explore various roles within the industry, whether they choose to specialise in joinery or branch into other construction-related fields.
Course Content
Topics Covered
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Health, safety and welfare in construction
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Principles of building construction, information and communication
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Set up and operate a circular saw
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Setting out details for bench joinery products
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Mark out from setting out details for Bench joinery products
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Manufacture Bench joinery Products.
Practical Tasks
Construct various woodwork joints to produce a:
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Panelled Door
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Staircase
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Produce drawings
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Use various machines and tools to produce bench joinery products.
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Use and maintain a circular saw
Entry Requirements
To enrol in the Entry Level Multi-Trades course, you’ll need:
- 4 GCSEs at grade 3-9, and a grade 4 in either English or maths.
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An interest in the construction industry and a willingness to learn
Careers
Upon completing the Level 2 Bench Joinery course, career opportunities include:
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Bench Joiner
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Site Joiner
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Carpenter
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Kitchen Fitter
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Cabinet Maker
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Construction Labourer