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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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As you build a two-step step stool made of solid wood and plywood, you will learn to safely use these tools:

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

Details

A $50 materials fee, included in the class fee, covers all materials needed.

Prerequisites

Before the class begins, you must have completed Orientation to the Woodshop, Woodshop Tool Safety  Checkout 1 and Woodshop Tool Safety Checkout 2.

Class Policies

  • Ages 14 and up are welcome.
  • 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.
Instructor
Bob Mathisrud

Bob has a long work history of facilities operations, which has provided him with a wide range of experience in the skilled trades. He helps at BARN in many ways, including volunteering as a safety monitor in several studios.

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