Product Design – Wood

This unit will enable students to explore different uses of wood and the associated systems and equipment. In this subject students will:
▶ be introduced to many of the wood technology tools and materials
▶ prepare detailed design proposals and make products using a range of equipment
▶ analyse the products’ effectiveness with reference to specified criteria
▶ follow safe work practices at all times.

Content/Skills
This unit is an introduction to many of the more complex tools and materials used in the woodwork workshop. Students will work from a design brief to investigate, design, create and evaluate a certain product that will give them the foundations for further studies in this subject.