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Course intent

This course will build on your woodwork skills by learning about common UK timber types and their uses, as well as basic finishes like stain, oil, and varnish. You’ll create more detailed designs, document materials and costs, and develop safe, confident use of hand and machine tools. The focus is on accurate craftsmanship, good finishing techniques, and reflective practice, helping you produce well-made woodwork projects while following health and safety guidelines.

What will I learn?

You will learn:

Material Knowledge: Learn about common UK timbers like softwood, oak, ash, beech, birch, and sycamore. Understand what each type of wood is best used for and get to know basic finishes such as stain, oil, wax, paint, and varnish.

Design Techniques: Create a more detailed design based on specific requirements. Learn how to properly document your design, including all materials and fittings, and estimate the cost and time needed to complete it.

Production Process: Use hand tools correctly and operate machine tools safely.

Craftsmanship: Make and assemble parts accurately and practice good finishing techniques. Keep a logbook to reflect on your work.

Workshop Practice: Choose the right tools confidently and use workshop equipment safely with minimal help, following health and safety rules.

Who is this course for? Is there anything I need to know before joining?

Stage 2 – Suitable for learners who have completed stage 1 and would like to gain more experience and refine their skills within their chosen subject area. The focus will be on developing more control and proficiency in practice and learning and completing more complex projects.

What do I need to bring to the first class? Will there be any extra costs?

You need to bring:

A sketchbook and pen

An apron and closed toe shoes

Your tutor will discuss specific woodwork requirements in the first session.

For any queries, please email adultlearning@surreycc.gov.uk

What can I do when I finish the course?

In discussion with your tutor, you may like to progress onto further Arts & Crafts courses at SAL.

Additional Information

We welcome learners with additional needs and disabilities. When you enrol, please let us know if you would like to discuss your extra support needs with a member of the Supported Learning Team who will then contact you as soon as possible. If you are enrolling within 10 days of the course start date, we may not be able to contact you before your first class.

We value and support equality, diversity and inclusion by promoting fairness and respect at all times.

How to enrol

Our courses are for adult learners aged 19 or over. If you are under 19, please call 0300 200 1044.

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