What you'll learn
Learn the basics of carpentry with our Woodwork courses in Sydney!
"People love chopping wood. In this activity one immediately sees results." - Albert Einstein
You are a wood lover? Then come along to this DIY course, demonstrating basic carpentry knowledge and skills to construct a simple storage crate from reclaimed material.
Learning outcomes
By the end of this introduction to carpentry course you will have:
- Knowledge of general safety in the workshop
- Understanding of second-hand timber
- Knowledge of good woodworking practices
- Understanding of correct marking out and how to work accurately to a plan
- Hands-on experience and guidance with drill, driver, jigsaw, handsaw and circular saw
- A storage crate to take home
Course content
What will be covered in this introduction to carpentry course?
- Introduction
- Safety and Housekeeping
- Project outline
- Properties of timber
- Introduction to saws and sawing technique
- Measure, mark, and cut post to length
- Introduction to glue
- Intro to nails and hammers
- Nail and glue rails of crate
- Intro to drills and drivers
- Glue and screw base of crate
- Intro to jigsaw
- Create handles for crate
Intended audience
Who is this introduction to carpentry course for?
This course is for complete beginners who have had no experience with woodwork.
Course venue
The Bower Reuse & Repair Centre Workshop
107 Redfern St, Redfern NSW 2016
- The entrance to the Bower workshop is at the rear of 107 Redfern Street and is opposite no. 23 Turner Street. You will see a hand-painted sign "The Bower Woodworks". If the door is locked, please press the doorbell on the left-hand side of the garage door. Please note, the doors for the venue will be open from 12:30 pm.
- Public transport is the best way to get to the workshop space. The space is located close to Redfern Train Station, a local transport hub.
- Most nearby parking is 2-hour-timed (including some paid parking on Redfern St) though it is untimed after 8 pm. Untimed parking is available on Pitt St between Phillip and Wellington St.
Course materials
What to bring to class
- Any drills or tools from home you would like to use
- The following PPE:
- A face mask
- Safety glasses or googles
- Earmuffs or earplugs
The Bower has PPE sanitised and available to borrow. Students must sanitise before and after use.
Additional information
Please note the following:
- Please don't wear your best clothing
- If you have long hair, please tie it back
- Wear closed-in shoes, no heels, please
- Please do not wear jewellery
Course testimonials
-
Grace said: Tutor was great! And class was informative. Would love to have more courses similar to teach other basic carpentry courses/ follow on from this to learn more. Would also be very interested to have classes in home DIY renovations (such as basic building stuff like changing a door etc)
-
Alison said: Jo was a lovely and personable tutor. I had lots of fun and used some tools that I hadn't touched since high school.
-
Kathryn said: Robbie was awesome, very patient and helpful with our classes lack of real skills when it came to working with timber making a simple tool box. The class has inspired and empowered me to try more projects.
-
Keryn said: What a Fun course! Jo, the facilitator, was great. She was easygoing, encouraging and knowledgable. Will be doing classes! Cheers
-
Adam said: Our tutor was excellent!
Course tutors
The Bower
Great reasons to enrol in a short course with us
Small classes
A personal approach means quality learning, so you can enjoy plenty of interaction with your instructor and the chance to ask questions.
Short & sweet
Our short courses & workshops get straight to the point, providing the skills you need with minimal commitment of your precious time.
Facilities & equipment
Our range of venues suit every type of course, are easy to get to, and have the equipment and tech needed to support your learning.
Easy, secure enrolment
Enrol online 24/7 with a safe, convenient 3-step process, and you can change your mind up to 7 days before class starts.
Quality instructors
Our educators bring first-hand experience and knowledge, with up-to-the-minute practices from diverse industries.
Business or pleasure
Our courses help you rapidly increase your skills and knowledge, for professional development or personal interest.
4.7 starsaverage rating on Google
1,400+courses to choose from
99%customer support rating
Classes Online Courses
<p>Learn the basics of carpentry with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/handcrafts/woodwork">Woodwork courses</a> in Sydney!</p>
<p>"People love chopping wood. In this
...If there isn't a class to suit you, please join our waitlist and we will notify you when we have places available. Join waitlist for Introduction to Carpentry Course
If there isn't a class to suit you, please join our waitlist and we will notify you when we have places available. Join waitlist for Introduction to Carpentry Course
Related courses
-
Furniture Repair & Restoration Workshop
Learn how to Repair and Restore Furniture with one of our Woodwork Courses in Sydney. This course will teach you how to carry out basic repairs to your favourite piece of furniture with one of our Woodwork Courses in Sydney. Learn how to repair joints and replace worn out or missing parts of timber pieces. Our experienced woodworking tutor will show you how to fix wobbly chairs and table legs as well as how to give new life to a preloved piece of furniture. This is a hands-on...
Learn more about Furniture Repair & Restoration Workshop -
Home DIY Workshop
Do it yourself! Learn the skills and secrets of Home DIY with this workshop, as part of our Woodwork courses in Sydney! Don’t call the experts; empower yourself to undertake your own DIY projects by unlocking the skills and secrets of Home DIY with this hands-on 2-day workshop. In this workshop, you will learn how to safely and economically undertake several small maintenance tasks around the home. Whether it’s an unfinished DIY project or if you’re looking to take on some basic...
Learn more about Home DIY Workshop -
Introduction to Woodwork: Hand Plane Chopping Board Course
Learn how to use a hand plane to create your own cheese or chopping board with our woodwork short courses in Sydney! This is a great introduction to woodwork course for anyone who would like to be introduced to the joys of working with timber and in particular working with hand planes. Hand planes may seem a bit old-fashioned, but through this course, you will learn about their many uses and upkeep. Across the day, you will learn about timber and metal hand planes, including...
Learn more about Introduction to Woodwork: Hand Plane Chopping Board Course -
Woodwork Course for Beginners: Build a Saw Bench
Learn basic woodworking skills with our woodwork short courses in Sydney! Through the construction of a simple low saw bench, you will be introduced to the basics of working with reclaimed wood and using simple hand tools. This course is great for people with little woodworking experience and those that have no access to a well appointed workshop. The saw bench itself is designed as a mini workbench that can offer a variety of work holding and tool storage solutions for woodworking...
Learn more about Woodwork Course for Beginners: Build a Saw Bench -
Woodwork: DIY Balsa Wood Surfboard Course
Learn how to Build your own Enviro Wooden Balsawood Surfboard with our woodwork short courses in Sydney! Join our one-on-one class where you will build your own environmentally friendly surfboard to your requirements. This is a great escape and a mindful craft. This fun class will be hands-on! Prepare to get dusty while you learn step by step how to design and draw your board and build it under professional supervision and guidance from your tutor. The board that you will build is...
Learn more about Woodwork: DIY Balsa Wood Surfboard Course -
Woodwork: DIY Native Bee Hive Course
Learn how to build a native bee hive with our woodwork courses in Sydney! Bees – both native and introduced – play an important role in our food supply, and for our entire ecosystem to function. Sadly, bee populations are at risk due to habitat loss, climate change, disease and other factors. In this hands-on DIY Native Bee Hive course, you will be introduced to the many native bee varieties and their importance to our biodiversity, while learning the carpentry skills to build your...
Learn more about Woodwork: DIY Native Bee Hive Course -
Woodwork: Spoon Carving Course for Beginners
Learn to hand-carve wooden spoons with our Woodwork Courses in Sydney! Spoon carving is a meditative practice that provides a break from the busy, screen-focused lives many of us lead. In this spoon carving course in Sydney, you will learn to carve wooden spoons from locally sourced green timber. Our expert tutors will teach you how to correctly use green woodworking tools, including a: Froe and maul to split the initial logs into more manageable pieces Hatchet and hatchet block to...
Learn more about Woodwork: Spoon Carving Course for Beginners
