When:
For 2010 the start date will be April 5th, 2010.
Please contact us and register early as this program accommodates a limited number of students.
About the Cabinetmaking ELT Program:
This is a full-time 25 week program.
NOTE: Just to be clear, this is not a Cabinetmaking AND Carpentry combined program. This is a Cabinetmaking only ELT program.
Though this program is not an apprenticeship, if successful, you will leave with ITA recognised Levels 1 that can be applied to a Cabinetmaking Apprenticeship in British Columbia.
The Cabinetmaking ELT program encompasses all woodworking skills required for a solid foundation in the woodworking industry. This program is not only available to people in British Columbia, but is open to English speaking folks from anywhere in the world.
Our well equipped facilities are located in heart of Wine Country, the beautiful Okanagan Valley in British Columbia. The Campus is in Kelowna BC and is just two blocks from Lake Okanagan. Kelowna and the entire region is one of Canada's foremost vacation destinations. Including student dormitories, there are a range of accommodations available near the campus.
Though this program is not an apprenticeship, if successful, you will leave with ITA recognized Level 1 that can be applied to a Cabinetmaking Apprenticeship. You would then be able to enter Apprenticeship Cabinetmaking Year 2.
Though prior workworking experience is a bonus, it is not a requirement. If you have a passion for wood working, or just want to get a feel for this trade, this is the place.
Though prior workworking experience is a bonus, it is not a requirement. If you have a passion for wood working, or just want to get a feel for this trade, this is the place.
This program is intense because of the amount of material being covered, but it will be presented at a natural pace. There is time to absorb the concepts, skills and feel of this wonderful trade. Texts and handout materials will be yours to keep for reference in the future.
Topics Covered During the Program:
- The safety principles related to the Industrial Woodworking trade.
- All necessary related trade calculations.
- The identification of solid woods, veneer, plywood, composition boards and laminates.
- Creating shop drawings (basic drafting) and understanding basic blueprints.
- Selection and safe use of hand tools and portable power tools.
- Selection and safe use of clamps and presses.
- How to safely operate and understand all major woodworking machines.
- Joints and joinery techniques, both by hand and machine.
- Build woodworking projects to professional standards.
- Finishing: Finish preparation and simple hand finishing techniques.
During the course of this program you will be making several projects from simple devices to jigs and furniture pieces.
If this program sounds too intensive for you, you might be interested in our Night School Woodworking.
Or if you would like a more intense woodworking experience, you might be interested in our Fine Woodworking Program.
Instructors:
Tim Diebert:
Journeyman Red Seal Cabinetmaker/ Joiner.
Apprenticeship and Fine Woodworking Instructor at Okanagan College.
Tim has almost 30 years of experience in the woodworking industry. Both self employed and as an employee, Tim's work has encompassed Boat building, Yacht Interiors, Custom Guitarmaking, Staircases and Balustrades, Custom Furniture, Millwork and Movie sets.
Tim's portfolio can be seen here: www.timtone.com/portfolio
Brent Kelly:
Journeyman Red Seal Cabinetmaker/ Joiner. Auxiliary Apprenticeship Instructor and Night School Woodworking Instructor at Okanagan College. Brent has been involved in the Millwork trade for many years.
For more information:
Apprenticeship Office:
250-762-5445 local 4687 or toll free 1-800-621-3038
Or the Instructor: tdiebert@okanagan.bc.ca
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