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🌟 **Course Title:** Mastering Woodwork: From Basics to Brilliance with Themis Koutras --- 🎓 **Course Headline:** Unleash Your Inner Craftsman: A Comprehensive Guide to Traditional and Modern Woodworking Techniques --- **Discover the Art of Woodcraft with a Master Craftsman 🪚✨** Join Themis Koutras, a seasoned master in carpentry with over 50 years of experience, as he guides you through the intricacies of woodworking. This comprehensive online course is designed for everyone from beginners to experienced hobbyists looking to refine their skills. From maintaining your tools and sharpening them to perfection, to undertaking a variety of projects - small to large - you'll learn it all! **Why Take This Course?** - **Learn from the Best:** Gain insights and techniques directly from Themis, who learned the trade from his father and has continued to refine his skills over five decades. - **Focus on Hand Tools:** Master the essential hand tools before advancing to electric and machine tools. A solid understanding of hand tools will make mastering more complex equipment a breeze. - **Hands-On Learning:** This course emphasizes practical knowledge and application, ensuring you can confidently tackle any woodworking project. **Course Highlights:** - 🚀 **Tool Mastery:** Identify and understand the purpose of each hand tool, from hammers to chisels, planes, screwdrivers, and beyond. Know your nails, screws, and adhesives like PVA glue. - 🔨 **Tool Familiarity:** Get acquainted with various electric tools and machines you'll encounter as you progress in your woodworking journey. - 📚 **Research Assignments:** As part of the course, you'll be tasked with researching hand tools, electric tools, and machinery to build a comprehensive knowledge base. - 🛠️ **Real-World Application:** Learn how to select the correct tool for each task, ensuring efficiency and precision in your craft. **What You'll Learn:** - **Tool Maintenance & Care:** Keep your tools in top condition with proper maintenance and sharpening techniques. - **Sharpening Techniques:** Learn the art of sharpening hand tools to achieve optimal performance. - **Small to Large Projects:** From simple projects to more complex designs, learn how to approach each one with confidence. - **Understanding Materials:** Gain a deeper understanding of different wood types and how they respond to various techniques. - **Safety Precautions:** Ensure a safe workshop environment by following best practices for tool handling and project execution. **Course Outline:** 1. **Introduction to Woodworking Tools:** A comprehensive look at hand tools, their uses, and how to identify them. 2. **Tool Maintenance & Sharpening:** Learn how to maintain your tools' longevity and sharpen them to achieve the finest cuts. 3. **Electric & Machine Tools Overview:** An introduction to the world of electric and machine tools you'll use as you advance in your woodworking skills. 4. **Project Selection & Execution:** Choose the right project for your skill level and learn how to bring your ideas to life. 5. **Research Assignment:** Deepen your knowledge by researching specific types of tools, materials, or techniques. **Homework & Research:** - Look up each hand tool, electric tool, and machine to become familiar with their functions and uses. - Practice identifying different types of hammers, saws, chisels, planes, screwdrivers, nails, screws, and adhesives. - Dive deeper into the world of woodworking tools by researching beyond the basics to understand the nuances of each tool's application. Join us on this journey through the wonderful world of woodwork! Whether you're looking to build your own furniture, restore antiques, or simply enjoy the satisfaction of creating something with your hands, this course will equip you with the knowledge and skills for success. 🌱🪲 Enroll now and start your woodworking adventure with a master craftsman!