Woodworking

Safety Focus: A full chapter on safety and "Safety" notes throughout the chapters highlight situations in which to apply protective measures and encourage students to develop safe practices.

Systematic Learning: Detailed procedures throughout the chapters demonstrate how woodworking tasks should progress,walking students through the critical steps and processes required for building and finishing pieces.

Skill-Building Projects: Encourages studentsto hone fundamental skills before advancing to complex projects, and provides "Build-It" tasks for beginners and "Project Challenge" assignments for more experienced or advanced students.

Bold Insights: Highlighted throughout the chapters, "Woodworking Tips" and factual features give students extra information to add interest and ensure success.

Career Moves: An exciting chapter on business opportunities illuminates the many pathways to professional success in woodworking.

Back to Basics: Emphasizes key knowledge and skills in precision measurement, cutting, safety, and more.

All-New Topics: CNC machining, automation, laser engraving, interior casework/trim/millwork installations, and kitchen cabinet installations provide students with information on these important topics.

Expanded Information: More in-depth information explores popular stationary power tools and safe practices as well as new techniques on joinery.

New, Learning Features: "What's Wrong with This?" and "Green Reminders" highlight current issues and trends in the building and construction industry.

Analytical Approach: Students read and interpret drawings, prepare cut lists, and estimate materials for a variety of projects and problems, helping to build real problem-solving experience.