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Cabinet Making

Program Code: 30991

Program Availability

North
September 2013:
Open
January 2014:
Open

Contact Information:

Mark Paddison,
program co-ordinator
416.675.6622 ext. 78059 or 78021
mark.paddison@humber.ca

Cabinet Making

School of Applied Technology

Program Code:
  • 30991
Type:
Certificate
Campus:
North
Length:

 Three semesters, beginning in September and January

Program Availability
North
September 2013:
Open
January 2014:
Open
CONTACT INFORMATION:

  • Our Program

    Located at the Humber Centre for Trades & Technology (see map at humber.ca/maps), our Cabinet Making certificate program provides you with the knowledge and skills to construct cabinets and fine furniture using both traditional recognized trade practices, as well as computer-based technologies. Students will complete a series of woodworking projects, which explore various types of joinery and construction techniques using hand tools, portable power tools, and stationary machines. Time management skills and the ability to work to a deadline are developed throughout the program.

    Woodworking classes also focus on: verbal and written communication, critical thinking, problem solving, mathematics, and interpersonal/teamwork skills.

    Graduates of this program will be able to produce shop drawings, calculate material lists, operate woodworking machinery safely and also assemble and apply a finish to basic cabinetry or furniture.

    Our Advisory Committee of industry professionals meet annually to review our curriculum and ensure that students are receiving relevant training to prepare them for work in a range of woodworking-related fields.

    Your Career

    Your Career

    Graduates of this woodworking program may find employment in a number of areas including store fixtures construction, architectural millwork, furniture construction or in the kitchen cabinet industry.

    There has been continuing interest in our graduates from employers over the past number of years. Humber offers a comprehensive program that gives students a solid grounding in woodworking. We stress the safe operation of common stationary machines and introduce basic manufacturing processes. Our curriculum is guided by an independent industry-based Advisory Board.

    Our Facilities

    Our Facilities

    Students spend the majority of their time in our newly constructed 10,000 square foot woodworking lab. Within the lab there is a bench area for assembly and also kitchen cabinet installation area. All common woodworking machines are available for student use, as well as a hydraulic veneer press, two computer numerical control (CNC) routers, a CNC lathe, a CNC dovetailer and a vacuum pressing area for curved forms and veneering. A dedicated electronic classroom is available for lectures.

  • Admission Requirements

    • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent, or mature student status
    • Grade 12 English (ENG4C or ENG4U). If English is not your first language, refer to the English Language Proficiency Policy
    • Grade 12 Mathematics (MAP4C, MCT4C, MDM4U, MCB4U, MGA4U, MCV4U or MHF4U)
    • Two Grade 11 or Grade 12C, U or M courses in addition to those listed above
    • Applicants who do not possess the required courses may complete admission testing to determine equivalencies. Invitation and booking of admission testing is done using the email address provided on the online application

    Note: For more information, refer to Selection Procedures.
    Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission to the program.

  • Fees / Scholarships

    The 2013/2014 fee for three semesters is

    • domestic $7,220.40
    • international $19,425.

    Amounts listed are the total of tuition, student service and auxiliary fees for the first three semesters of the 2013/2014 academic year. Fees are subject to change. For more information, refer to Fees and Financial Assistance.

    Additional Costs

    $250 for materials.

    Alternative Course of Study

    Humber also offers the Industrial Woodworking 30891 diploma program as an alternative course of study for those wishing to enhance their training with computer, communications and business courses.

  • Curriculum   (View the 2012/13 Curriculum)

    All returning students can view your curriculum by logging into SRS

    Semester 1

    Course Code Course Name
    IWWT 100 General Drafting and Blueprint Reading

    General Drafting and Blueprint Reading

    Course Code: IWWT 100

    General Drafting and Blueprint Reading is an introductory course in which the student will study the fundamentals of technical shop drawings and will develop basic manual drafting skills. The course will include the study and practice of line work, lettering, symbols and conventions, multi-view and pictorial drawings. Student will prepare simple shop drawings and construction details.
    IWWT 101 Shop Practices and Material Handling

    Shop Practices and Material Handling

    Course Code: IWWT 101

    In this introductory course, students will review the characteristics and properties of wood and wood related products used in the cabinetmaking industry.
    This course is designed to provide a basic understanding of lumber, veneer, sheet goods, plastic laminates, adhesives, fasteners and hardware in order to plan woodworking production and perform material estimates in preparation for practical training sessions.
    IWWT 102 Power Tools 1

    Power Tools 1

    Course Code: IWWT 102

    Power Tools 1 is an introductory course which covers the safe and efficient use of common hand tools, portable power tools and also stationary woodworking machines commonly found in a small to medium-sized woodworking shop.
    IWWT 103 Fundamentals of Design/Joinery

    Fundamentals of Design/Joinery

    Course Code: IWWT 103

    Fundamentals of joinery, design and jig making is an introductory course covering joinery, design fundamentals and a brief history of furniture design as it relates to product engineering, materials and construction. Various types of wood joints will be studied and the student will be introduced to the process of design from idea generation to finished product. Also included are clamps and clamping fixtures, templates, jig design and construction.
    IWWT 104 Cabinet Construction 1

    Cabinet Construction 1

    Course Code: IWWT 104

    IWWT 104 Cabinet Construction 1 is a practical course in which the student will learn to operate woodworking machines safely and efficiently, while producing component parts and performing exercises designed to expose the student to basic construction problems.

    Semester 2

    Course Code Course Name
    IWWT 150 Power Tools 2

    Power Tools 2

    Course Code: IWWT 150

    Power Tools 2 is an introductory course reviewing the safe and efficient use of stationary woodworking machines commonly found in a small to medium sized cabinet shop. This course is a continuation of Power Tools 1.
    IWWT 151 Cabinet Construction 2

    Cabinet Construction 2

    Course Code: IWWT 151

    IWWT 151 Cabinet Construction 2 is a practical course in which the student will learn to operate woodworking machines safely and efficiently, while producing component parts and performing exercises designed to expose the student to basic construction problems.
    IWWT 152 Finishing 1

    Finishing 1

    Course Code: IWWT 152

    Finishing 1 is an introductory course which examines the theory of finishing as it relates to cabinetmaking and also provides an opportunity for the student to experiment and produce samples of the various techniques discussed.
    IWWT 153 Bending and Laminating Methods

    Bending and Laminating Methods

    Course Code: IWWT 153

    Bending and Laminating Methods is a practical course in which the student will study the various methods available for manipulating lumber, sheet goods and veneer. A series of assignments will ensure the student's understanding and competency in the processes and provide some insight in the appropriate usage of each particular method under different circumstances.

    Semester 3

    Course Code Course Name
    IWWT 201 Cabinet Construction 3

    Cabinet Construction 3

    Course Code: IWWT 201

    IWWT 201 Cabinet Construction 3 is a practical course in which the students will learn to operate woodworking machines safely and efficiently, while producing component parts and performing exercises designed to expose the student to basic construction problems. The student will also learn to design and cost out a project of their choice based on their ability, course requirements and the instructor?s discretion.
    IWWT 203 Shaping Operations

    Shaping Operations

    Course Code: IWWT 203

    Operations is a practical course that concentrates on the portable router, the overhead and inverted pin routers and the shaper. Particular attention will be given to the set-up and safe operation of these machines. Topics include cutting tool selection and theory, spindle speeds, and basic machine maintenance.

    IWWT 204 Installation/Site Work/Repair

    Installation/Site Work/Repair

    Course Code: IWWT 204

    Installations/Site Work/Repair is a course, which covers basic site measurement, site preparation and the installation of cabinetry. A component of furniture repair is also covered.
    IWWT 205 Finishing 2

    Finishing 2

    Course Code: IWWT 205

    Finishing 2 for the industrial woodworker is a practical course that allows the student to develop their finishing techniques on two projects to be completed in the lab. The student will also demonstrate the proper maintenance of the spray booth and spray equipment.
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