The Industrial Woodworking Technician Undergraduate Diploma at Humber Polytechnic is your pathway to a skilled career in construction and furniture manufacturing. You will gain essential expertise in general drafting, blueprint reading, and shop practices, alongside hands-on experience with woodworking tools and machinery. This program is ideal for those who are passionate about precision craftsmanship and design, preparing you to tackle the challenges of creating high-quality wood products. You will explore fundamental joinery, cabinet and furniture construction, and finishing techniques, building a strong foundation for success in the trades.
Studied full-time on campus over three semesters, you will immerse yourself in practical learning, from operating hand tools and stationary machines to utilising computer-aided design (CAD) and computer woodworking applications. The curriculum includes modules on bending and laminating methods, as well as essential business principles for operating your own venture. You will develop crucial time management skills and the ability to work to deadlines. Upon graduation, you will be ready to produce detailed shop drawings, calculate material lists, construct cabinetry and furniture, and apply finishes, opening doors to diverse roles in the woodworking industry.