Industrial Woodworking Technician

The Industrial Woodworking Technician diploma program (located at the Humber Centre for Trades and Technology) provides students with the knowledge and skills to construct and install basic cabinets, as well as build traditional furniture using recognized trade practices. By completing a series of woodworking projects, students explore various types of joinery and construction techniques using hand tools, portable power tools, stationary machines, as well as computer-based technologies. Time management skills and the ability to work to a deadline are developed and emphasized throughout the program.

Graduates of the program will be able to produce shop drawings, calculate a list of materials, cut out and assemble basic cabinetry or furniture, and apply a finish. Graduates are able to safely operate most common stationary woodworking machinery, as well as run a number of CNC machines.

What You’ll Learn

• Solve routine technical problems related to shop environments using a variety of systemic approaches.
• Interpret and produce graphics and other standard technical documents necessary for the installation, maintenance, repair, and manufacture of components.
• Complete all work in compliance with health and safety legislation and prescribed organizational practices and procedures.
• Perform basic technical measurements using appropriate tools.
• Install, manufacture and repair components to required specifications using shop tools and equipment.
• Demonstrate professional behaviour in accordance with industry associations’ practice standards, procedures and ethical guidelines.
• Execute mathematical operations required to solve routine problems.
• Expedite tasks using computer skills and technological tools.
• Demonstrate interpersonal skills in working in a team.