Students are introduced to hand, portable electric tools, and the basic woodworking machines used in the construction and production industries. The class work includes a wide variety of “hands-on” activities involving the cutting, joining, fastening, forming, and finishing of wood and other similar materials. Each student will construct several take-home projects. In addition to the manipulative skills, students will learn safe work habits, how to read simple drawings, and other related information. Participation in FFA activities and Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) projects are an integral course component for leadership development, career exploration and reinforcement of academic concepts. Students will be required to reimburse the school for the materials used for projects.