CSTN 008 - Power Tools for Homeowners

Course Description
This course introduces students to the most common portable and stationary tools used by Do-It-Yourselfers to complete general home repairs and renovations. The course will explain what each tool is specifically designed to do, their limitations, features to look for when purchasing them, how to set them up and maintain them, how to use them properly and safely, and how to maximize their usefulness.

Tools to be discussed:

Table Saw/Blades
Jig Saw/Blades
Router and Laminate Trimmer
Reciprocating Saw/Blades
Brad Nailer/Compressor
Circular Saw/Blades
Compound Mitre Saw/Blades
Belt Sander/Belts
Random-Orbit Sander/Sanding Grit/Discs

Hands-on projects/activities include:

Practicing the use of all tools covered in the course
Changing a blade on a table saw, jig saw, reciprocating saw, portable power saw, and router (bits and collet)
Tips for making useful jigs
Constructing a basic but highly functional toolbox using the power tools covered in the course