Wood Construction Technology

Course Overview

The Wood Construction Technology program at KPANTECH provides students with the skills and knowledge needed for a career in the wood construction industry. The program covers a broad range of topics, including wood properties, woodworking techniques, joinery, construction methods, and building codes. Students will gain hands-on experience in constructing wood structures and components.

Why Choose This Course?

It offers a comprehensive curriculum that covers all aspects of wood construction.

The school provides practical training in well-equipped workshops.

The instructors are experienced in carpentry and wood construction.

There is a strong emphasis on safety practices.

Students have the opportunity to work on real-world construction projects.

The program includes training in the use of modern woodworking tools and equipment.

Skills Acquired:

Understand the properties and characteristics of different types of wood.

Use a variety of hand tools and power tools safely and effectively.

Fabrication and assembly of metal structures.

Apply different joinery methods in wood construction.

Construct wood framing systems for buildings.

Install doors, windows, and other wood components.

Read and interpret blueprints and construction drawings.

Apply knowledge of building codes and regulations.

Estimate materials and labor costs for wood construction projects.

Operate and maintain woodworking machinery.

Apply sustainable wood construction practices.

Course Curriculum

Introduction to Wood Construction Technology

Wood Properties and Identification

Hand Tools and Power Tools

Joinery Methods

Wood Framing

Exterior and Interior Finishing

Blueprint Reading

Building Codes and Regulations

Cost Estimating

Career Prospects

Carpenters

Framers

Joiners

Cabinetmakers

Finish Carpenters

Construction Carpenters

Woodworking Machine Operators

Construction Supervisors

Estimators

Building Inspectors

Self-employed Carpenters/Contractors

Facilities & Equipment Entry Requirements Duration & Certification How to Apply

Well-equipped carpentry workshops with a variety of hand tools and power tools.
A dedicated machine room with equipment such as table saws, planers, jointers, and routers.
A construction site for hands-on training in wood framing and other construction methods.
A classroom with multimedia tools for lectures and demonstrations.
A library with resources on wood construction technology.
Safety equipment, including personal protective equipment (PPE).