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ABOUT THIS COURSE
ABOUT THIS COURSE
Level 2 Construction at Ormiston Senior College introduces students to the fundamentals of building and woodworking in a workshop environment. You’ll gain hands-on experience constructing two pieces of garden furniture while learning essential workshop safety, tool use, and construction techniques. The course combines practical and theoretical learning, with unit standards covering areas such as safety, tool handling, and the construction process. It’s ideal for anyone passionate about developing core skills in woodwork and industrial practices, and for those considering further study or a career in the building and construction industries.
What should I have already achieved?
What should I have already achieved?
Ideally completing the Product Design 1 course
What will I learn?
What will I learn?
In this course, you will develop practical woodworking skills and an understanding of construction processes from start to finish. You’ll learn to follow workshop safety rules, use hand and power tools correctly, and apply industrial standards in your projects. Through building two garden furniture pieces, you’ll gain experience in planning, measuring, assembling, and finishing timber products. You will also complete theory-based unit standards that reinforce your practical skills and knowledge. By the end of the course, you’ll have a strong foundation for further study or work in the building and construction industry.
Career Pathways
Career Pathways
This course leads to further study and careers in the building and construction industry, including roles such as carpenter, builder, joiner, cabinetmaker, or construction apprentice.
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