Machine Woodworking

30 June application closing date

Application period closed - places may still be available

For the latest enrolment information regarding this course click here or call 0800 068 8585 (option 2) to speak to our Course Enquiry Team.

Qualification type: 
Diploma
Level: 
2
Subject area: 
Construction and Land-based Studies
Location: 
The Manchester School of Building

What's the Machine Woodworking course about?

This course is designed to provide students with a sound knowledge of machine woodworking in a safe manner, following up-to-date regulations.

The following will be covered on the course:
- Safe use of woodworking machinery
- Setting up and maintaining machinery
- Identification and selection of materials
- Construction of joinery and furniture items

Students are assessed on practical and written work produced throughout the course.

What will I be able to do after I've completed this course?

In addition to becoming employed as wood machinists in sawmills and joinery workshops, or furniture/cabinet makers, students can go on to work towards technical and supervisory positions. There are also opportunities to study towards furniture making and bench hand joinery certificates.

What qualifications or experience do I need to do this course?

No formal qualifications are required, but a reasonable proficiency in communication, arithmetic and manual skills is an advantage.

Which qualification will I be awarded if I successfully complete the Machine Woodworking course?

Students will be awarded a Construction Skills Diploma in Machine Woodworking at Level 2.

Attendance

Part time (day)

As the definition of full time and part time can vary from course to course, please check with the tutor as to the exact number of hours study each week this course will entail.

Course length: 
2 Year(s)
Weeks per year: 
36
Hours per week: 
9.5

As the definition of full time and part time can vary from course to course, please check with the tutor as to the exact number of hours study each week this course will entail.

Price (for guidance only)

£2406.00

The fee for this course is approximate and subject to change. The price includes tuition and materials fees (where applicable), but excludes any exam or registration fees (where applicable). The actual amount you pay may also be affected by your age and personal circumstances. For further details please visit our fees section.

How do I apply?

For further information or to apply for a course, contact our Course Enquiry Team on FREECALL 0800 068 8585 or email enquiries@themanchestercollege.ac.uk.

Please note, the course information on this website is provided as a reference guide only and is subject to change. It is therefore important that you check all course details, including location, timetable, fee, etc, at enrolment as the college operates a no refund policy.


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