Learn how to work safely with basic equipment. Topics include shop safety, ergonomics, protective clothing, respirators and dust control. Also covered are qualities of lumber, basic blueprint reading and design, correct use of unpowered and powered hand tools, joinery, clamping and gluing, and finish hardware. You construct a gallery-quality jewelry box, both in class and at home, using a wood of your choice. An additional fee ranging from $80 to $100 is charged to cover the cost of the course book and materials used in the project. Prerequisite:  Basic math skills.