Carpentry and Joinery Level 3

If you want to develop your knowledge of Carpentry and Joinery so that you can embark on a rewarding career or maybe you are already working in a related field and want to improve your career prospects, then this is the course for you.

Carpentry is a skilled trade in which the primary work performed is the use of wood to construct items as large as buildings and as small as desk drawers.

The Distance Learning Carpentry and Joinery course enables you to gain an understanding of the theoretical and practical aspects of carpentry. You will learn how to craft high quality items using the appropriate materials for the job together with the tools and techniques.

On completion of this course, you will be able to transform wood into saleable items, from tables to rocking-horses. You will also understand the different types of timber and the process involved preparing it for use.

There is a high demand for Carpenters at the moment and as a Carpenter you will enjoy a relatively high income, meeting the demand for uniquely produced objects.

Support

You will receive the entire package of course materials in a single dispatch together with dedicated Tutor Support for 12 months.  All assignments are marked by one of our professional Tutors who will offer regular feedback and guide you through your course.

You will be provided with the telephone number for your dedicated Student Support Team who will be available for any other queries that you may have whilst completing your course. You can be assured that you will receive unlimited support for your home study course, so there is no need to struggle or feel isolated during your studies.

Assessment

You must successfully complete a series of activities and assessments. Once all assessments and activities have been completed satisfactorily, you will then be awarded your certificate.  The good news is, there is no final exam.

Modules

Unit 1: Understanding Timber

• Description of hardwood and softwood
• Uses for wood and supply
• Natural defects
• Drying processes
• Storing timber
• Basic overview of timber grading
• Properties of timber related to use
• Timber preservation

Unit 2: Hand Tools

• Workshop space and general handling of tools
• Measuring tools
• Setting out bench tools
• Squares and gauges
• Saws (types and selection)
• Planes
• Chisels
• Hammers
• Punches and drivers
• Finishing tools
• Tool storage and maintenance

Unit 3: Portable Electric Power Tools

• Safety aspects
• Use of power tools
• Maintenance and storage
• Electric drills
• Sanders
• Screwdrivers
• Circular saws
• Mitre saws
• Routers
• Nail guns

Unit 4: Battery Operated and Gas Cartridge Operated Tools

• Safety aspects
• Charging and storage
• Electric drills
• Sanders
• Jigsaws
• Screwdrivers
• Cartridge and impulse operated fixing tools

Unit 5: Basic Joints

• Cutting timber
• End joints (simple scarf joints)
• Edge joints (lap and mortise and tenon)
• Dowel joints
• Dovetail joints
• Mitre joints

Unit 6: Gluing and Fixing

• Health and safety, and preparing the working environment
• Adhesives: types, safety, application and uses
• Nails: types, safety, application and uses
• Screws: types, sizes, uses and application

Awarding Organisation

At the end of this course successful learners will receive a level 3 NCFE Award certificate of achievement. That means that it is independently accredited at a level of learning equivalent to level 3 on The Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) for England, Wales and Northern Ireland (where level 2 and 3 courses are similar in difficulty to GCSEs and A Levels, respectively, and where level 4 courses are slightly more challenging than an A-level).

The training courses have been designed specifically to meet the needs of learners who prefer to study from home. The course measurable learning outcomes have been benchmarked at Level 3 (using Ofqual's QCF level descriptors) to allow you to consider the depth of study, difficulty, and level of achievement involved. This course has been accredited under NCFE IIQ Licence by Open Study College which has been approved as an NCFE Investing in Quality (IIQ) centre to give formal recognition to courses.

NCFE is recognised as an Awarding Organisation by the qualification regulators for England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. These are Ofqual (the Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulator in England); the Welsh Government and CCEA (the Council for Curriculum, Examinations and Assessment) in Northern Ireland.

You do not need any prior learning knowledge or experience to take this course. This course is openly available to anyone who wishes to take part in a highly rewarding home study course, although you would be expected to have a reasonable standard of literacy.

You have the freedom to start the course at any time and continue your studies at your own pace for a period of up to 12 months from initial registration with the full support of your Tutor.

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