Program area for Woodworking - curriculum for common programme subject in Vg2 (TRT2-01)

The programme subject deals with adjusting, use and simple maintenance of the most common machines for working with wood. Introduction in programming and the use of computer-controlled machines for production of simple components or products is included in the programme subject. Planning, documentation and evaluation of own work is central to the subject. The programme subject also deals with surface treatment, composition and working with materials for finished products. The basic principles of material and production control are also included. Use of environmental standards and norms for quality for the products in question are included in the subject. Environment, health and safety (EHS) and quality assurance (QA) are central themes in the subject.

The programme subject deals with selecting and using materials. It deals with the forest as a resource and as a source of raw materials, properties of wood, and discusses which materials are best suited to different products. The programme subject deals with the interrelationship between idea and finished product, design and construction. Drawings, understanding drawings and the use of computer-assisted drawing programs are also included in the subject. The subject also deals with trade history and relationship between employer and employee.