Carpentry & Joinery

Engineering, Trades & Technology · Beginner–Intermediate · 45 hours

Work with timber skilfully — tools, joints, framing, fittings and finishing — a versatile building trade with strong self-employment potential in SA.

What you'll learn

• Identify timber types and tools
• Measure, mark and cut accurately
• Make strong timber joints
• Build frames and fit fixtures
• Finish work safely and to standard

Course modules

• Module 1: Introduction to Carpentry
• Module 2: Timber & Materials
• Module 3: Hand & Power Tools
• Module 4: Measuring & Marking
• Module 5: Cutting & Shaping
• Module 6: Timber Joints
• Module 7: Framing & Structures
• Module 8: Fittings & Furniture
• Module 9: Finishing
• Module 10: Safety, Business & Careers
• Module 11: Core Concepts in Depth
• Module 12: Common Mistakes & How to Avoid Them
• Module 13: Tools, Resources & Templates
• Module 14: Standards, Quality & Best Practice
• Module 15: Health, Safety & Ethics
• Module 16: Case Study: A South African Example
• Module 17: Communication & Working with Others
• Module 18: Staying Current & Continuing to Learn
• Module 19: Capstone Project
• Module 20: Review, Assessment & Next Steps

Unlock this course for R19 on any phone. A certificate is optional (from R39).