Wood Turning
Purpose
1. Analyse the characteristics and structure of a range of timber species to establish suitability and workability for the Wood turning process.
2.Analyse the range of health and safety implications relevant toWoodturning.
3.Describe a range of concepts, tools and techniques relevant to Wood Turning.
4.Identify initiatives and processes to reduce health and safety risks in Wood turning.
5.Produce a range of templates and jigs from own design to assist in accurate reproduction of turned objects.
6.Employ a range of woodturning techniques to produce finished objects including centred, off-centre and bowl turning
7.Apply a range of wood finishes to turned items including solventbased,water-based, oil-based, acrylic and natural products
8.Evaluate the varying factors affecting the finish of a turned item including chuck speed, chisel type, glues, aesthetics, choice of abrasives and techniques
9.Develop maintenance and operational procedures regarding tooling associated with wood turning including chisels, lathes, chucks and stocks
10.Implement safe work practices in the woodturning process
11.Evaluate own role and work considering planning, preparation and time management.
Target Award
QQI Creative Craft – 5M1981
Continuous Hours/week: 03 Hrs 00 Mins
NFQ Level 4 or equivalent when accessing a Level 5 programme.
CERFL proficiency at B2 for access to Level 5 courses for those whose first language is not English
Mature learner entry requirements available via the local ETB pathway
Additional requirements may apply to non-EU/EEA Applicants and may be subject to full international fees (Please refer to Information for International Learners) *Each provider may have additional requirements, not outlined above.
Age Requirements
Minimum statutory school leaving age (16+)
Learning Aptitude
Applicants must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject and the ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course.
Previous Experience
Applicants must be able to demonstrate a moderate range of knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to the course, be able to work with responsibility and demonstrate the ability to work on their own initiative.
| Module | Award | Body |
|---|---|---|
| Wood Turning | Wood Turning (5N1359) | QQI |
On completion of this programme learners will have the skills, knowledge and competencies to
design, make, restore and or repair craft artefacts to a standard suitable in a work environment or to progress to further or higher education and training.
Employability Statement
The successful completion of the QQI Level 5 award in Creative Crafts will enable applicants to design, make, restore and or repair craft artifacts to a standard suitable in a work environment.