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Woodworking Basics: Power Tools

Build a sturdy step stool as you gain experience with some of the key stationary and portable tools in the woodshop.

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Woodworking Basics: Power Tools

Woodworking Basics: Power Tools

Build a sturdy step stool as you gain experience with some of the key stationary and portable tools in the woodshop.

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After you've taken Orientation to the Woodshop and Woodshop Tool Safety Checkout 1 and 2, join us to build a sturdy, two-step step stool of solid wood and plywood. This project is specifically designed to give you experience with the most common stationary and portable tools in the woodshop.

You will learn to safely use:

  • Table saw
  • Bandsaw
  • Miter saw
  • Jointer
  • Planer
  • Drill press
  • Oscillating spindle sander
  • Router
  • Biscuit joiner
  • Hand drill
  • Impact driver
  • Random orbit sander

Details

Skill level: Beginner (but see "Prerequisites" below).

You must wear safety glasses and closed-toe shoes, tie back long hair, and avoid loose-fitting clothing and jewelry. We recommend bringing your own safety glasses.

Prerequisites

You must have completed Orientation to the Woodshop class plus Woodshop Tool Safety Checkout 1 and 2. Multiple sessions are listed on the Woodworking Calendar.

Class Policies

  • Ages 14 and up are welcome.

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