Carpentry for Beginners (Community Course)

Course Overview

Course Type:

Part Time

Available at:

Fareham

Course Area:

Carpentry & Joinery

Course Duration:

8 Weeks

Available at:

Fareham

The Course in Detail

Develop your hand skills and build a strong foundation in traditional Carpentry and Joinery techniques. This course covers essential skills, tools, and practical applications to help you work confidently with wood.

Throughout the course, you’ll explore:

Cutting, chiselling, and planning materials
Choosing the right tools for the job
Sharpening blades and chisels
Marking and setting out
Creating basic and traditional woodworking joints
Installing skirting, architraves, and mouldings
Studwork techniques
Using levels for accurate work
Safely handling, maintaining, and storing power tools
Understanding different bits, blades, and drill bits
Selecting and using the right fixings and fastenings

By the end of the course, you’ll have a solid understanding of when and why to use specific tools and techniques in Carpentry and Joinery. You’ll also develop practical, real-world skills in tasks like skirting, architrave installation, and studwork.

A College Certificate is available upon request.

Entry Requirements & Progression

What You'll Need

No interview required.

This Could Lead to

Students may consider further courses in Carpentry, including the qualification courses offered by the college. Further information on these is available on the website and can be discussed with the lecturer.

Availability & Enrolment

College Life & Student Support Services

College is not just about your course – it’s an opportunity to have fun, meet new people and explore your interests! You can socialise with friends in the café and comfy seating areas, join a club or sports team or attend exciting events around the college. Many of our enrichment opportunities are also great on your CV or UCAS application to demonstrate your commitment and enthusiasm outside of your studies.

Your time at college can also be affected by life or health difficulties, and it’s okay to need support. Our specialist teams are here every day to listen and give advice, whether it’s about career planning, financial support, mental health, or something else. And if you have a long-term support need or medical condition, we’ll work with you on personalised learning support to help you achieve your full potential.