LibGuides: Grade 11 and 12: Custom Woodworking TWJ3E and TWJ4E: Design, Layout & Planning

Suggested Databases

Environmental Studies In Context This link opens in a new window
This database contains information on the environmental effects of the wood industry as well as other topics.
Britannica High School Edition This link opens in a new window
Reference articles, journals, magazines, websites, multimedia, and curriculum content for high school students. Includes dictionary, atlas and student workspace.
Academic OneFile This link opens in a new window
Journals and reference sources covering the physical sciences, technology, medicine, social sciences, the arts, theology, literature and many other subjects.
Canada in Context This link opens in a new window
Online experience of contextual information on a broad range of Canadian topics, people, places and events.

Logins for all VLC databases are found on the back of the VLC Bookmark.

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Bubbl.us
Great for creating your own mind maps or brainstorming online with others.
Popplet
With Popplet, you can add pictures, texts and ideas to organize your thoughts in a visual way.

Follow the steps below to try and stream line the process.

ON-Core : Core Curriculum On-Demand This link opens in a new window
Ask your LCI for the username and password. Do a curriculum search for "Technological Education" and a course search for "Construction Technology."

Design Principles
Learn about the common design principles used in residential and commercial construction.
Underwriters Laboratories of Canada - Building and Construction
Learning about the testing and certification Underwriters Laboratories offers.
Design Matter
Blog by George Walker of Popular Woodworking Magazine. Looks at the design process as well as other aspects of woodworking.
National Lumber Grades Authority
View or download the 2017 Standard Grading Rules for Canadian Lumber.

The Candian Home Workshop
A variety of resources such as projects, information about tools and safety.
The Wood Whisperer
An informative website full of articles, videos and tips for the wood worker.
Ergonomics and Anthropometrics For Furniture Designers
Information about designing furniture with anthropometrics and ergonomics in mind.
Wooden Boat Plans
The Wooden Boat Association offers tips and plans on how to build boats!
Free Plans
Free plans from Fine Woodworking. (Disclaimer: Much of the site is by subscription only)
Small Woodworking Projects
Free project designs from mycarpentry.com
Introduction to Construction - Pythagorean Theorem
This video explains how to use the Pythagorean Theorem in construction.

Suggested search terms for Destiny:

Mission Furniture: How to make it pt 1 (eBook)
A copyright free eBook on Project Gutenberg with designs and plans for various furniture projects.

The Complete Guide to Easy Woodworking Projects by Creative Publishing International Editors
ISBN: 1589230930
Publication Date: 2003-03-01
Projects for all around the home, indoors and outdoors. Covers both decorative, ornamental projects, plus practical furniture and storage projects. Includes plans and all the information needed to build different projects.
Building Small Projects by Fine Woodworking Magazine Editors
ISBN: 1561587303
Publication Date: 2004-09-09
Building Small Projects offers ways to build skills by completing useful items. From the editors of Fine Woodworking-the dream team of woodworking professionals-this is the ultimate visual reference for woodworkers of every skill level.

Pinterest has a variety of inspiration boards to help you with design inspiration. Below you will find a selection of them.

Bookshelves
A board full of bookshelves
Outdoor Projects
Lots of easy garden woodworking projects.
Woodworking Projects Board
Lots of inspiration for projects ranging from boxes to garden furniture.
Woodworking
A variety of different projects and tips, ranging from Christmas ornaments to boat building.

Calculators for Construction
Blocklayer.com offers free construction calculators. Figure out measurements for stairs, roofs, wall framing, and much more.
Foundation Squaring Calculator
Make sure your foundation is perfectly right with this calculator.
Fraction to Decimal Calculator
Easily convert fractions to decimals.
How to Read a Tape Measure
Learn how to read a tape measure and ensure precise measurements.
Conversion Calculator
Use this calculator to convert from imperial to metric.