Developing Woodcraft Skills
Programme Aim
1. Explain the uses of a range of electric tools to include hand drills and sanders and woodcraft
handtools to include tools for measuring, marking out, drilling, cutting, screwing, assembling and
benchworking
2. State the characteristics of materials and finishes used in wood and timber
3. Outline the basic properties of a range of materials to include hardwood, softwood, natural and
manufactured board, plastics and fibreboard
4. Select appropriate tools and equipment for specific tasks
5. Identify a range of artefacts where halving joints, angle joints and dovetailing joints are
commonly used to include chairs, tables, doors and drawers
6. Operate a range of electric and woodcraft hand tools to include hand drills, sanders and tools for
measuring, marking out, drilling, cutting, screwing, assembling and benchworking
7. Carry out a range of woodcraft techniques to include markingout, drilling, cutting, trenching,
shaping, joining (temporary and with adhesives), assembly of halving joints, angle joints and
dovetailing joints
8. Complete a range of woodwork assignment planning and design tasks to include compiling a
materials requirement list, selecting materials, interpreting a design brief with the aid of
sketches and producing design solutions and working procedures for specific tasks
9. Identify a range of uses for materials and various types of finishes
10. Apply suitable preparations and finishes for specific tasks
11. Maintain tools and equipment to include an evaluation of their condition before use
12. Operate hand and machine tools in a work setting with due regard for the safety of self and
others to include the identification of potential safety hazards, the correct usage of
woodcraft tools and equipment, use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and the
maintenance of the work environment
13. Exercise proper procedures in the cleaning and storage of tools and equipment after use to
include the compilation of a visual diary of tools and equipment with reference to safety
14. Select appropriate woodcraft techniques and wood finishes for specific tasks.
Target Award
QQI General Learning – 4M2010
Start Date: 01-09-2026 Hours/week: 03 Hrs 00 Mins Duration: 33 weeks
Applicants should have a standard of knowledge, skill and competence equivalent to NFQ Level 3 when accessing a Level 4 programme. Applicants may have participated in primary and secondary education although no formal qualifications are required.
Age Requirements
Please see course details for minimum age requirements
Please refer to Programme Descriptor for Programme Aims and Objectives
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 under direction with some ability to work on their own initiative.
| Module | Award | Body |
|---|---|---|
| Woodcraft | Woodcraft (4N3185) | QQI |
On completion of this programme learners will have acquired a broad range of personal skills which will enable personal development and active citizenship, and/or to progress to employment and/or further education or training.