Cabinetry, Millwork, and Woodworking Pathway

  • Course Descriptions:

    Construction Technology 1/2: This course is UC “G” (college preparatory elective) approved and meets one of the following graduation requirements: vocational education or elective. Credits: 10. Certifications offered: OSHA 10 General Construction. This course is open to all beginning students interested in the wood products pathway. The students will use a variety of woodworking tools to produce useful wood products. All machines will be introduced by teacher demonstrations, multimedia presentations and related student readings.  Students will gain experience in planning, designing, layout, estimating, problem solving, and fabrication of wood products. The safe and correct use of tools, machines, and materials will be stressed at all times.  Students will apply academic concepts in English, mathematics and science. Emphasis will also be placed upon the students sharing responsibilities with the teacher for the maintenance and management of the shop facilities.  

    Construction Technology 3/4: This course is UC “G” (college preparatory elective) approved and meets one of the following graduation requirements: vocational education or elective.  (Prerequisite: Construction Technology 1/2) Credits: 10. Certifications offered: OSHA 10 General Construction.  Construction Technology 3-4 is the advanced course of this pathway. This course will study advanced phases of wood products, including furniture, and basic cabinet construction and sustainable building techniques. Students will learn advanced operational techniques of portable and stationary woodworking equipment, and the use of simple jigs and fixtures.  This course is designed for students preparing for postsecondary and technical education in the construction and engineering fields. Students will apply academic concepts in English, math and science to their woodworking projects.