Fall 2024 OLLI Digital Catalog

Basic Woodworking Using Hand Tools (B207)

B – Fine Arts

This course provides basic instruction on woodworking using hand tools. We discuss the core set of hand tools and how to use them. Instruction will include sawing, drilling, planing, shaping, sanding and finishing. We will build a small picture frame and a keepsake box during class that can be customized to your choosing. Students will need safety glasses. Total of 10 3-hour classes. There is a cost of $15 for supplies plus the cost of the wood students choose for their box.

Check to see if this course has posted a class outline or syllabus.

This offering meets for a total of 10 session(s).

INSTRUCTORS: Joe DeFeo, Ben Calamia

DEFEO, JOSEPH–M.D. Retired Navy surgeon with 60 plus years of woodworking experience and a lifelong model railroader and teacher. Held positions as a clinical assistant professor of surgery at Temple University Hospital and clinical professor of surgery at Florida State University and University of Florida. His motto is ‘Never miss an opportunity to teach’ and enjoys giving personal instruction in woodworking to all skill levels.

Back to Full Course Listing