Course of Studies

Course Name

CRWW 160 Woodshop Tools and Techniques
CRWW 161 Joinery Principles and Practices
CRWW 162 Specialized Techniques

CRWW 164 Materials Technology

CRWW 165 Wood Finishing

CRWW 175 Furniture Design

CRWW 176 Drafting for Furniture

CRWW 179 Kitchen Design and Construction

Program Summary

In our supportive and creative environment,

you'll have unique opportunities to gain a solid
foundation in this refined profession. We'll teach you
woodworking-operations basics and technological
advancements to develop your personal areas of
interest and perfect your craft.

This nine-month program prepares students for
apprenticeship positions in the cabinet makers
(joiners) trade or for careers as fine furniture
builders.

Students engage in a variety of classroom and shop
activities. They learn theoretical principles, concepts,
and theories of furniture and cabinet design in the
classroom. They apply their knowledge in the shop
where they engage in the construction of cabinets
and fine furniture.

Graduates of the Fine Woodworking Program at
Selkirk College earn credit for Level 1 and Level 2 of
the cabinet maker (joiner) trade technical training
component of their apprenticeships. Additionally,
graduates receive 475 hours advance credit towards
the on-the-job component of an apprenticeship.

PRACTICAL SKILLS TRAINING
— Appreciate balanced design

— Consistently strive for originality and quality
— Draft in Computer Automated Design (CAD)
— Exhibit product value and pride

— Photograph your work

— Plan and setup a professional show

— Wood carving (optional and at an additional tuition
fee through Continuing Education)

The program is broad in scope and encourages
students to strive for quality design, originality, and

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Credit

On Campus 6

On Campus 15.4

On Campus 2
On Campus
On Campus
On Campus
On Campus
On Campus

Total 35.

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enhanced workmanship skills, to improve chances of
success in the marketplace.

Students are responsible to pay for materials used
in constructing their projects. Depending on the size
and scope of their project this cost could be up to
$1000.00.

Admission Requirements

The following admission requirements are specific to
the Fine Woodworking Program.

— Graduation from a British Columbia Senior
Secondary School or equivalent.

— Foundations & Pre-Calculus 10, or Apprenticeship
Workplace 11, or Principles 11, or Applications 11,
or Essentials 12, or Selkirk ABE Math 46, with a
grade of “C” or better.

— Consideration will be given to mature individuals
(19 years or older) who are not Senior Secondary
School graduates, provided they have completed
or are in the process of obtaining one of the above
prerequisites with a “C” grade or better (This
course must be completed prior to the program
entry date).

— Basic computer are skills highly recommended.
READY TO APPLY?

— Please make sure you meet all admission
requirements, including the general admission
requirements for the college.

— International Students (students who are
applying to Selkirk College from locations outside
of Canada) should follow the application steps
required by Selkirk International.

Fine Woodworking

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LENGTH OF STUDY:
Nine months

ACCREDITATION:
Certificate

CAMPUS:
Silver King Campus, Nelson

Important Dates

2017

— May 25 - Program ends.

— May 26-28 - Year End Show.

— September 5 - Program begins.
— December 14 - Winter break.

2018

— January 2 - Program continues.
— May 24 - Program ends.

— May 25-27 - Year End Show.

Note: Applicants are advised that this is a popular
program. Apply well in advance.

Careers

Graduates of these programs are found throughout
North America. They are often self-employed, or may
be employed in cabinet or furniture shops.

GLOBAL CAREER POTENTIAL

Your career could take you around the world, finding
work in diverse settings and we give you the training
and skills you’ll need to get there. Plus, you'll receive
credit for Level 1 and 2 of your Industry Training
Authority (ITA) Cabinet Maker-Joiner Apprenticeship,
for career advancement and increased earning
potential. Your work may include:

— Architectural and custom woodwork

Cabinetry
— Carpentry
Construction

Furniture design and construction
— Self-employed contractor

Graduates of the Fine Woodworking Program at
Selkirk College may exercise a number of career
options. Many find employment as apprentices in
cabinet shops engaged in architectural or custom
woodwork. Some pursue apprenticeships in the
carpentry trade. Others opt to pursue careers as
designers and builders of fine furniture, either in the
employ of others, or as independent contractors.

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