Syllabus content and objectives
Official WAEC Woodwork outline · Theory
Content
West African timber species, tree structure, conversion methods (plain, quarter, tangential), seasoning techniques (air, kiln, moisture content calculation), timber defects, preservatives, manufactured boards (plywood, blockboard), joint classifications, wood finishes, abrasives, adhesives, hardware fittings, fasteners, non-wood materials, veneers/veneering, wood turning, carving, upholstery, orthographic working drawings, design processes, mass production, and entrepreneurship in woodworking
Objective
Classify timbers, conversion methods, seasoning practices, and defect preventions; select appropriate manufactured boards, adhesives, finishes, and fittings; perform veneering, wood turning, carving, and upholstery tasks; produce working drawings, cutting lists, and cost estimates; apply mass production concepts and prepare woodworking business plans.
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