Continuing education course framework

[pugilato]

I am thinking of moving back home to Puerto Rico, and am thinking of offering some woodworking classes through the continuing education system at the university.  I am in the beginning phases of this, mostly thinking of a curriculum, and was wondering if anyone knew of similar programs where you are that I can go over to a website and look at their curriculum.

I am also interested to hear of any comments, suggestions, etc from you all.

My initial thoughts are to offer a short shop safety class (pre-requisite to being able to sign up for any other class), then start building up the skills and use of different pieces of equipment and/or hand tools through simple projects.  For example, a cutting board may be an introduction to gluing.  A box or picture frame could be an introduction to working with miters. 

Any comments would be appreciated.

Thanks,
Andy

 

[Ken Nagrod]

Andy,

Without going into specifics, ask yourself these questions if you haven't already.

What am I skilled at?

What am I skilled at teaching from those skills? (not meant in a negative way but there are very skilled people who aren't good at teaching what they know)

What do I want others to learn?

From there I think you would be able to come up with a curriculum that you're comfortable with.

I applaud you and good luck!

 

[waho6o9]

LA ESCUELA DE ARTES PLÁSTICA  in San Juan has a furniture curriculum that you can look into and maybe get some ideas as to how to go about fulfilling your endeavors. Great idea and good luck Pugilato!  [smile]

 

[Jay Knoll]

Andy

Take a look at this book

http://www.amazon.com/Woodworking-Basics-Mastering-Essentials-Craftsmanship/dp/156158620X

It essentially summarizes the basic woodworking course that is taught at the School For Furniture Craftsmanship...

http://woodschool.com/furniture-making/intermediate-furniture-making/177-basic-woodworking-courses

Good luck

Jay