Wood Science Technology, CC

(CWST0)

Minimum Credits: 31
Contact hours: 43-44

The Wood Science Technology one-year certificate program is a multi-faceted program that will introduce students to the aspects of the design and manufacturing of wood products. Students will learn the basics of wood science, sustainability, computer software, process optimization, controls, and manufacturing techniques that are commonly used in the wood products industry. A hands-on lab approach will be used throughout the program as a means of enhancing and enforcing the theoretical knowledge obtained throughout the program of study.

Program Requirements: 31 credits

WST 10101 Wood Science: Anatomy and Properties 4 cr.
WST 10300 Lumber Grading I 3 cr.
WST 10400 Lumber Grading II 3 cr.
WST 10601 Machine Woodworking Lab I 3 cr.
WST 10900 CNC Application for Wood Industry 3 cr.
WST 12100 Machine Woodworking Lab II 3 cr.
WST 12500 Engineered Wood Products 3 cr.
WST 12700 Production Techniques in Wood 3 cr.
WST 13200 Furniture Manufacturing 3 cr.
WST 15100 Computer Aided Drafting and Blueprint Reading 3 cr.
or
EDT 11000 CADD 3 cr.

Suggested sequencing of courses:

Semester 1 (Fall): 16 credits

WST 10101 Wood Science: Anatomy and Properties 4 cr.
WST 10300 Lumber Grading I 3 cr.
WST 10400 Lumber Grading II 3 cr.
WST 10601 Machine Woodworking Lab I 3 cr.
WST 15100 Computer Aided Drafting and Blueprint Reading 3 cr.
or
EDT 11000 CADD 3 cr.

Semester 2 (Winter): 15 credits

WST 10900 CNC Application for Wood Industry 3 cr.
WST 12100 Machine Woodworking Lab II 3 cr.
WST 12500 Engineered Wood Products 3 cr.
WST 12700 Production Techniques in Wood 3 cr.
WST 13200 Furniture Manufacturing 3 cr.
Students should seek additional information and/or advising from their academic advisor.

Call (989) 275-5000, ext. 280 to schedule an appointment.