Carpentry Program

Overview
Carpentry Program, known in Arabic as فني في النجارة, is a complete introduction to the carpentry profession, from choosing and understanding wood to building and finishing cabinets, doors and other wood pieces. You will work with real tools and materials, learn how to take accurate measurements for cabinets and doors, cut wood with minimal waste, assemble pieces securely, and finish work with veneer and properly fitted hinges.
This is a 6-month program: 75 hours of classroom and workshop training followed by 3 months of supervised practical work, applying your skills on real projects under the guidance of experienced carpenters. The full program costs 850 USD.
What You Will Learn
- Identify types of wood and materials and choose the right one for a project
- Use essential carpentry tools correctly and safely
- Take accurate measurements for cabinets and doors
- Cut and detail wood with minimal material waste
- Gather and assemble wood pieces into a finished, aligned structure
- Apply veneer to improve the look and finish of wood surfaces
- Sort and install hinges correctly for doors and cabinets
Course Curriculum
| Module | What you cover |
|---|---|
| Overview of the Carpentry Profession | Introduction to carpentry, its importance and its uses across different fields |
| Types of Wood and Materials | Different wood and material types used in carpentry, and the advantages and disadvantages of each |
| Essential Tools and Safety | Core carpentry tools and how to use them correctly and safely |
| Carpentry Accessories | Hinges, handles, locks and metal corners used to finish wood pieces |
| Taking Measurements for Cabinets and Doors | Measuring height, width and depth accurately, and recording measurements correctly |
| Taking Plumb Measurements | Using plumb tools to find reference points and take accurate vertical measurements |
| Wood Detailing and Cutting | Cutting different wood types with the right method, while minimizing waste |
| Gathering and Assembling Wood | Preparing, fixing and checking the straightness of assembled wood pieces |
| Introduction to Veneer | Types of veneer and how to apply it correctly to wood surfaces |
| Sorting Hinges | Types of hinges and how to sort them by type, size and material |
| Installing Hinges | Correctly positioning and fixing hinges to ensure pieces align properly |
Who This Course Is For
This course is built for anyone who wants to become a working carpenter, including career changers with no previous woodworking experience. It covers the full range of skills needed to build and finish cabinets, doors and other wood pieces professionally.
Target audiences
- Career changers looking to become working carpenters
- Anyone interested in furniture and finishing carpentry as a profession
Requirements
- No prior carpentry experience required
- Willingness to work with tools and physical materials