EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES.

Recognizing the importance of education in the woodworking industry, WOOD & WOOD PRODUCTS has compiled the following directory of training facilities. Many of the listings were provided by "Directory of Training Programs for the Woodworking Industry," published by the United States Department

CALIFORNIA

Cerritos College/Woodworking Manufacturing Technologies

11110 Alondra Blvd., Norwalk, CA 90650. (562) 860-2451, ext. 2926. FAX: (562) 467-5018. Contact: Robert Colgan.

Course: Comprehensive woodworking, furniture making and manufacturing, cabinetmaking and manufacturing, 32mm cabinetmaking, woodfinishing, woodturning, hand tools, computer operations for woodworking, CNC Automated Wood Processing.

Degree Available: Woodworking Manufacturing Technologies (AA degree or certificate)

Type of training: Hands-On/Theory/Computer Design: conventional machinery and CNC equipment.

Comments: Fundamental woodworking through advanced technique. Large facility with over 100 machines, two complete tool panes with hand and hand power tools and classes offered seven days and nights a week.

College of the Redwoods

440 Alger Street, Fort Bragg, CA 95437. (707) 964-7056. FAX: (707) 964-6573. Contact: David Welter.

Course: Fine Woodworking Program.

College of the Redwoods-Mendocino Coast

7531 Tompkins Hill Road, Eureka, CA 95501-9300. (707) 426-4369. FAX: (707) 426-4412. Contact Bill Henry.

Type of training: Hands-On: cabinetmaking, electrical wiring, plumbing, carpentry.

Holz-Her U.S. Inc./Reich Education and Training Center (R.E.T.C.)

(909) 484-9181. FAX: (909) 484-9191. WEB: www.holzher.com. Contact: Dan Perkins.

Course: Use of traditional woodworking equipment, specialty machinery and computer integration.

Degree Available: Certificate.

Type of training: Hands-On/Theory.

Comments: Detailed comprehensive training on woodworking equipment, specialty machinery and computer integration pertaining to panel processing and solid wood manufacturing.

Laney College, Dept. of Wood Technology

900 Fallon St., Oakland, CA 94607. (510) 464-3446. FAX: (510) 464-3231, WEB: www,penalta.cc.ca.us. Contact: Keith Nason, dept. chairperson.

Course: Wood Technology.

Degree Available: AS or certificate.

Type of training: Cabinetmaking, arch. millwork, furniture, fixture, 32mm.

Comments: Everything from hand tools to CAD/CAM -- a well-equipped shop.

Long Beach City College

Millwork/Cabinetmaking 1305 E. Pacific Coast Hwy., Long Beach CA 90806. (562) 938-3064. FAX: (562) 938-3973. Contact: Brad Roa.

Course: Millwork/Cabinetmaking.

Degree Available: Assoc./Certificate.

Type of training: Hands-On/Theory: Conventional/European/Computer.

Comments: Entry-level through advanced classes. Traditional and European construction.

Los Angeles Trade - Technical College

Construction Technology, 400 West Washington Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90015. (213) 744-9467. WEB: www.lattc.cc.ca.us. Contact: Robert Richards.

Course: Cabinetmaking, Millwork, Carpentry.

Degree Available: AS, Certificate.

Type of training: Hands-On/Theory: CNC and conventional machinery.

Comments: Hands-on experience in programming NC and CNC machines. Classroom and lab facilities with 14 modern buildings.

Palomar College

Cabinetmaking & Furniture Technology Program, 1140 W. Mission Road, San Marcos, CA 92069. (760) 744-1150. WEB: www.palomar.edu; Contacts: Steve Kirby (ext. 2555), Dave Thomsen (ext. 2554), Chris Feddersohn (ext. 2556) or Russ Filbeck (ext. 2812).

Course: Cabinet making and furniture technology.

Degree Available: AA/Certificate.

Type of training: Hands-On/Theory: Basic instruction through highest levels of woodworking. Conventional machinery, 32mm technology, fine handworking skills emphasized in fine furniture program.

Comments: Three different AA degree majors/certificates, weekend and short-term classes, Saturday classes, four full-time instructors, 12-15 adjunct instructors teaching specialized courses, two well-equipped/maintained facilities, current enrollment 1,000 students/year.

CONNECTICUT

Brookfield Craft Center

P.O. Box 122, Route 25, Brookfield, CT 06804. (203) 775-4526. FAX: (203) 740-7815. Contact Dee Wagner, registrar/program dir.

Course: All aspects of woodworking and design; weekend workshops and seminars.

Degree Available: N/A

Type of training: Hands-On/Theory: conventional machinery and woodcraft, beginning through master level.

Comments: Visiting faculty comprised of America's foremost woodworkers and designers.

GEORGIA

Advanced Wood Products Lab

College of Architecture, Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA 30332-0155. (404) 463-2556. FAX: (404) 463-2558. WEB: www.awpl.org. Contact: Karl Brohammer, Assistant Director.

Course: CNC Wood Processing (SCM machines), panel/solid wood.

Type of training: CAD/CAM, computer literacy (factory floor).

Degree Available: B.S., M.S., Ph.D. (architecture)

Comments: Mainstream program, equal opportunity.

SCM GROUP USA

2475-B Satellite Blvd., Duluth, GA 30096. (770) 813-8818. FAX: (770) 813-8819. Contact Janice Emory.

Course: Machinery Training.

Degree Available: N/A

Type of training: Hands-on operation, tool changing, maintenance and trouble shooting.

Comments: SCM GROUP USA offers separate three-day training programs on moulder operation and CNC technology throughout the year.

HAWAII

University of Hawaii - Hawaii Community College

200 W. Kawili St., Hlio, HI 96720-4091. (808) 974-7410. FAX: (808) 974-7496. WEB: www.hawcc.hawaii.edu. Contact: Gene Harada.

Course: Carpentry.

Degree Available: Associate of Applied Science Degree.

Type of training: Hands-On: Conventional machinery and woodcraft.

Comments: Students are taught the care, use, operation and maintenance of hand and power tools; basic materials; and hardware and fastening materials. Also, cabinetmaking and millwork, concrete form construction, rough framing and interior and exterior finishing. The construction of a model home is completed yearly. Course extends four semesters.

INDIANA

Marc Adams School of Woodworking

5504 East, 500 North, Franklin, IN 46131. (317) 535-4013. FAX (317) 535-1713. WEB: www.marcadams.com. Contact: Marc Adams.

Course: Joinery, Furnituremaking, Cabinetmaking, Design, Lathe, Veneering, Marquetry, Jigs and Fixtures, Carving and more.

Degree Available: Certificate.

Type of training: Hands-On, higher skills, weeklong courses.

Comments: Program is the largest of its kind with over 35 different instructors with participants from around the world.

Herron School of Arts

Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis, 1701 North Pennsylvania St., Indianapolis, IN 46204. (317) 274-5555. Contact: Philip Tennant.

Course: Beginning through advanced courses in furniture design and woodworking.

Purdue University

Dept. of Forestry & Natural Resources, 1200 Forestry Products Building, West Lafayette, IN 47907-1200. (765) 494-3634. FAX: (765) 496-1344. WEB: www.fnr.purdue.edu/woodresearch. Contact: Dr. Rado Gazo.

Course: Forest Products Mfg.

Degrees Available: BS, MS, PhD.

Type of training: Hands-On/Theory. Wood Products Mfg. with emphasis on process and product engineering.

Comments: Graduates will develop an understanding of wood structure and properties combined with technical expertise in product development, production and quality control. A choice of elective specialization includes Distribution and Sales, Manufacturing/Production Operations and Mechanical/Machine Design. A complete woodworking facility, incl. a production-size CNC router, and testing laboratory is available to students and industry.

KANSAS

Pittsburg State University

Wood Technology -- Kansas Technology Center, Pittsburg, KS 66762. (316) 235-4371. FAX: (316) 235-4231. WEB: www.pittstate.edu. Contact: Dr. John L. Iley, chairman, technology studies.

Course: Wood Technology.

Degrees Available: Associate, BS, MS, and EdS.

Type of training: Hands-On/Theory: CAD/CAM, CNC and conventional machinery.

Comments: Associate of Arts Degree, BS in wood technology, 4-yr; MS and EdS work available. Emphasis is on cabinets, casework, furniture, millwork, panel processing & store fixtures. State-of-the-art (CNC, router, moulder, and belt sanders, etc.) to traditional equipment. Large & comprehensive wood technology program. Consulting and seminars also provided.

KENTUCKY

Adventure in Woods

415 Center St., Berea, KY 40403. (606) 986-8083. Contact: Jim Hall.

Course: Wood Turning and Joinery

Berea College

Technology and Industrial Arts Department, CPO 2188, Beren, KY 40404. (859) 985-3033. FAX: (859) 985-3898. WEB: www.berea.edu Contact: Dr. Gary Mahoney.

Course: Wood Technology, Fabrication and Crafts.

Degree Available: 4-yr.

Type of training: Hands-On: Conventional/CNC machinery.

Comments: Have conventional routers, planers and sanders and computerized equipment.

Eastern Kentucky University

Department of Technology, 521 Lancaster Ave, 307 Whalin Technology Complex, Richmond, KY 40475-3102. (606) 622-3232. FAX: (606) 622-2357. WEB: www.technology.eku.edu. Contact: William E. Davis.

Course: Wood Products Manufacturing option, Manufacturing Technology.

Degree Available: 4-yr.

Type of training: Mfg. supervision and management with hands-on application.

Comments: Curriculum includes basic woodworking, furniture and cabinet construction, wood technology, finishing, and millwork and casework Supported by courses in CAD, automated manufacturing, quality control methods, efficiency measurement and other manufacturing topics.

Kentucky TECH Nelson County Area Technology Center

1060 Bloomfield Road, Bardstown, KY 40004. (502) 348-9096. FAX: (502) 348-9097. Contact: Chris Verdow.

Course: Wood Manufacturing Technology.

Degree Available: Cabinetmaker Certificate, one year.

Type of training: Curriculum includes safety, math, blueprint reading, technical drawing, cabinetmaking and wood finishing. Also included is on-the-job training at a local cabinetmaking industry.

Morehead State University

Wood Technology, Box 721, Morehead, KY 40351. (606) 783-2627. Contact: Robert Bauer.

Course: Technology Transfer to the Wood Industry.

Western Cutterheads Inc. and Mattison Rotary Lathes LLC

P.O. Box 599, La Center, KY 42056. (270) 665-5302. FAX: (270) 665-9972. WEB: www.western cutterheads.com. Contact: Ken or Norma Anselm.

Course: Cutterhead Logic; Profile Grinding Methods & Procedures; Lathe Operations

Degree Available: N/A

Type of Training: Technical Instruction/Conventional Machinery/Applied Hand-On

Comments: Course objective is knowledge and understanding of rotary lathe tooling. Principles of cutterhead logic, rules for safety in design, standard operating procedures for profile grinding, setting and balancing lathe beads are covered. Lathe operation concepts, lathe setups, steadyrests and sander operation is included.

Western Kentucky University

Dept. of Industrial Technology, Bowling Green, KY 42101. (502) 745-3251. FAX: (502) 745-5946. Contact: Dr. Kenneth Mussnug.

Course: Contemporary woodworking, wood finishing, mass production techniques, guitar construction.

MAINE

University of Southern Maine

School of Applied Science, Department of Technology, 37 College Ave., Gorham, ME 04038 (207) 780-5440. FAX: (207) 780-5129. Contact: John Zaner, chairman.

Course: Materials Processes Wood

MICHIGAN

Kendall College of Art & Design

17 Fountain St. N.W., Grand Rapids, MI 49503-3002. (800) 676-2787 or (616) 451-2787. FAX: (616) 831-9689. WEB: www.kead.edu. Contact: Amy Packard.

Course: Furniture Design -- Wood-based residential furniture for mass manufacture.

Degree Available: BFA, 4-yr.

Type of training: Hands-On/Theory.

Comments: Provides an education in fine arts, furniture design, illustration, industrial design, interior design and visual communications. Has CAD/CAM, computer, printmaking courses available. Over 90% of designers working in the field are Kendall atoms.

Kent Career/Technical Center

1655 E. Beltline N.E., Grand Rapids, MI 49525. (616) 364-8421. FAX: (616) 364-9140. Contact: Martin Kroepsch or Ken Homrich.

Course: Wood Products Manufacturing.

Degree Available: Proficiency Certificate - High School Credit, WoodLINKS National Certification.

Type of training: Hands-On/Theory: CAD/CAM, CNC, conventional machinery, design, entrepreneurship, assembly and finishing.

Comments: Teaches adolescents (11th and 12th grades) and adults vocational skills in the fine art of woodworking and residential cabinetmaking on conventional and CNC machinery and equipment.

Stiles Education

3965 44th St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49512. (616) 698-7500. FAX: (616) 698-0196. WEB: www.stilesmachinery.com. Contact: Cindy Cariano.

Course: One- to five-day courses are offered throughout the year relating to the panel processing industry. On-site training options are also available.

Degree Available: Certificate and CEU credit.

Type of training: Classroom instruction combined with hands-on experiences.

Comments: The Stiles Education staff of nine fulltime professionals provides training in a wide variety of panel processing topics from CAD/CAM through advanced electrical troubleshooting. Engineers, supervisors, machine operators and maintenance technicians all benefit from the small class size and invidual attention.

Western Michigan University

Dept. of Construction Engineering, Materials Engineering and Industrial Design, 1201 Olive St., Kalamazoo, MI 49008-5064. (616) 387-6524. FAX (616) 387-6517. Web: www.nmich.edu.com. Contact: Roman Rabiej.

Course: Wood Technology - Wood Products Manufacturing.

Degree Available: 4-yr. BS.

Type of training: Hands-On/Theory: CAD/CAM, CNC, conventional machinery and woodcraft.

Comments: Courses include basic wood properties and structures, wood drying, dimensional stability, furniture construction and 32mm cabinet construction. Equipment includes moulders, finishing machines, mortiser, tenoning, veneering machines.

MINNESOTA

Dakota County Technical Institute

Trade & Industrial Division, 1300 145th St., East Rosemount, MN 55068-2999. (800) 548-5502. Contact: Mitchell Kohanek.

Course: Wood Finishing.

Hennepin Technical College - Brooklyn Park

9000 Brooklyn Blvd., Brooklyn Park, MN 55445. (612) 550-2115. FAX: (612) 550-2110. WEB: www.htc.mnscu.edu. Contact: Information Specialist.

Course: Architectural Drafting, Cabinetmaking, Carpentry and Heating and Refrigeration.

Degree Available: Assoc. AS, Diplomas and Certificate

Type of training: Hands-on.

Comments: Education for employment and a lifetime of learning is the purpose of the programs at Hennepin Technical College. The partnerships with business and industry foster the economic and educational growth of the community and state.

Hennepin Technical College - Eden Prairie

9200 Flying Cloud Dr., Eden Prairie, MN 55347. (612) 550-3112. FAX: (612) 550-3147. WEB: www.htc.mnscu.edu. Contact: Information Specialist.

Course: Architectural Drafting, Cabinetmaking, Carpentry and Heating and Refrigeration.

Kinetek Machine Tool Solutions Inc., a Subsidiary of Komo Machine

11 Industrial Blvd., Sauk Rapids, MN 56379. (320) 259-3566. FAX: (320) 656-2479. Contact: Delphine Sexton, dir of corp. training.

Course: Advanced Applications Training, Authorized Router-CIM CAD/CAM Programming, Router Machine Operation and Introduction to Programming, Router Diagnostics and Maintenance Training.

University of Minnesota

Wood and Paper Science Dept., 2004 Folwell Ave., St. Paul, MN 55108. (612) 624-7459. FAX (612) 625-6286. Contact: Joe Massey.

Course: Forest Products Production Mgmt., FP Marketing.

MISSISSIPPI

Mississippi State University

College of Forest Resources, P.O. Box 9820, Mississippi State, MS 39762. (601) 325-2116. FAX: (601) 325-8126. Contact: Martha Jean Wilson.

Course: Forest Products/Furniture Industrial/Wood Science.

Degree Available: 4-yr/MS/PhD.

Type of training: Hands-On/Theory: CAD/CAM, CNC and conventional machinery.

Comments: The mission of the Forest Products Dept. is to enhance the intellectual, cultural, social and professional development of its students by providing them with knowledge and skills needed to utilize and conserve diverse forest resources effectively.

MISSOURI

American Woodworking Academy

1495 Hoff Industrial Dr., O'Fallon, MO 63366-2336. (636) 240-1804. FAX: (636) 978-7370. WEB: www.awacademy.com. Contact: Chris Fuchs.

Course: Master Woodworking.

Degree Available: Master Woodworking Certificate.

Type of training: Hands-on in furniture, cabinet and case good construction.

Comments: Certified to operate by Missouri Dept. of Higher Education, including carious federal, state and local community colleges.

MONTANA

Western Montana College of the University of Montana

701 S. Atlantic St., Dillon, MT 59725. (406) 683-7191. FAX: (406) 683-7816. Contact: Frank Simon, Instructor.

Course: Wood and Synthetic product systems.

Degree Available: 4-yr. BA Industrial Technology; Education.

Type of training: Hands-On/Theory: Conventional machinery and training.

Comments: Western is a small college that features excellent student and instructor relations. Graduates enjoy positive placement opportunities. 1998 AIA CES certified programs. Only the second institution in Montana to meet this standard.

Willow Creek Wood Productivity Training

P.O. Box 10, Main St., Willow Creek, MT 59760. (406) 285-3249. FAX: (406) 285-3794. Contact: David R. Spencer.

Course: Varied.

Degree Available: N/A

Type of Training: Hands on/Theory. Strong emphasis on CNC tooling, software and applications engineering for wood and most recently for plastics.

Comments: Offers a broad range of educational training in wood theory, process, technique and machinery maintenance, CNC technology. AIA CES certified programs.

NEW MEXICO

New Mexico Highlands University

School of Education, Technology Education Department, Las Vegas NM 87701. (505) 454-3110. Contact: Dr. Pat Romero.

Course: Industrial Controls/Robotics.

Degree Available: 4-yr. BA & MA.

Type of training: Theoretical: CAD/CAM, conventional machinery and woodcraft.

Comments: The primary focus is in technology teacher training. Also available are courses in power and energy, industrial controls, robotics, industrial accident prevention, and alternative energy.

NEW YORK

Rochester Institute of Technology

School for American Crafts, 73 Lomb Memorial Dr., Rochester, NY 14623-5603. (716) 475-5778. FAX: (716) 475-6447. WEB: www.rit.edu. Contact: Richard Tanner, Chair.

Course: Woodworking & Furniture Design.

Degree Available: 2-yr. AOS & AAS; 4-yr. BFA. Graduate degrees: 1-yr. MST; 2-yr. MFA.

Type of training: Hands-On: conventional machinery.

Comments: Furniture design and construction is taught. Students design and build actual furniture. Idea generation, drawing, planning, sound construction and meeting realistic deadlines is emphasized. Machinery: a complete inventory is maintained. On site: three professors and a full-time technician.

S.U.N.Y. Morrisville

Agriculture And Natural Resources, Morrisville NY 13408. (315) 684-6279. FAX: (315) 684-6024. WEB: www.morrisville.edu. Contact: Wayne Hausknecht.

Course: Wood Products Technology.

Degree Available: 2-yr. A.A.S.

Type of training: Hands-On, CAD/CAM, CNC, conventional machinery.

Comments: Teaches sawmill and furniture technology. Machinery includes sawmill, dry kilns, hot press, finishing facility, adhesives lab, stroke sander, drum sanders, pillow sander, lathe, moulders, spindle router, shaper, straight-line rip saws, 36-inch facer, 32-inch cabinet planer, as well as other furniture equipment. CNC courses & equipment.

NORTH CAROLINA

Appalachian State University

Dept. of Technology, Boone, NC 28608. (828) 262-3111. FAX: (828) 265-8696. WEB: www.acs.appstate.edu/dept. Contact: Bill Hanner.

Course: Furniture Manufacturing

Degree Available: BSA

Type of training: Hands-On/Theory.

Comments: Undergraduate Studies in furniture manufacturing including hands-on experience, finishing, drafting, CNC, CAD and other furniture related classes with a minor in business.

Catawba Valley Community College

Furniture Technology Division, 2550 Hwy. 70 S.E., Hickory, NC 28602. (704) 327-7000, ext. 4364. Contact: Ken Eckard.

Also: Furniture Technology Center, 2550 Hwy. 70 S.E., Hickory, NC 28602. (704) 327-7000, ext. 4411. Contact: Ray Hensley.

Course: Furniture Design & Production Management.

Degree Available: 2-yr.

Type of training: Hands-On/Theory: CAD/CAM/CIM, CNC, conventional machinery.

Comments: Complete manufacturing training facility, for dry kilns, machining, assembly, finishing for case goods and upholstery. Computerized fabric layout system. Short courses: machine skills, white wood and finish repair.

Guilford Technical Community College

Associate Degree Programs, P.O. Box 309, Jamestown, NC 27282. (910) 454-1126 or (910) 334-4822. Contact: R.P. Hughes.

Course: Carpentry and framing.

Degree Available: Diploma and Associate.

Type of training: Hands-On/Theory: conventional machinery.

Comments: Various vocational/technical programs designed to support local manufacturing industries.

Haywood Community College

185 Freedlander Dr., Clyde, NC 28721. (828) 627-4673. FAX: (828) 627-3606. Contact: Wayne Raab.

Course: Professional Crafts: Woodworking.

Degree Available: AAS.

Type of training: Hands-On/Theory: CAD/CAM, Conventional small shop woodworking equipment.

Comments: Program teaches: woodworking, furniture design, marketing, wood shop planning, business skills necessary to operate a small woodworking business. Also programs in carpentry, sawmill operations, saw filing, lumber grading and kiln operation.

Holz-Her U.S. Inc./Reich Education and Training Center (R.E.T.C.)

5120 Westinghouse Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28273. (704) 587-3400. FAX: (704) 587-3412. WEB: www.holzher.com. Contact: Dan Perins, R.E.T.C. mgr.

Course: Use of all traditional woodworking equipment, specialty machinery and computer integration.

Degree Available: Certificate.

Type of training: Hands-On/Theory.

Comments: Detailed comprehensive training on woodworking equipment, specialty machinery and computer integration pertaining to panel processing and solid wood manufacturing.

North Carolina State University

Department of Wood & Paper Science, Box 8005, Raleigh, NC 27695-8005. (919) 515-5735. FAX: (919) 513-3496. WEB: www.ncsu.edu/wood. Contact: Dr. M.W. Kelly.

Course: Wood Products.

Degree Available: 4-yr. BS in Wood Products.

Type of training: Wood as a material, Production and process of wood and wood products, Hands on/Theory.

Comments: Accredited wood products degree, emphasis is on the properties of wood and the current technological state throughout the wood industry; students are prepared to enter all phases of the wood industry in quality control, production supervision, management, or sales. Minors are available in other related fields.

North Carolina State University

Furniture Manufacturing and Mgmt. Center, Campus Box 7906, Raleigh, NC 27695-7906. (919) 515-3335. FAX: (919) 515-1543. WEB: www.fmmcenter.ncsu.edu. Contact: Dr. C. Thomas Culbreth.

Course: Industrial Engineering, Furniture Mfg. Option.

Degree Available: BS, LE., Furniture Mfg. Option.

Type of training: Furniture manufacturing theory/practice: Robotics, CNC machinery.

Comments: Accredited industrial engineering degree with concentration in furniture manufacturing operations. Course work in furniture product engineering, furniture manufacturing processes and facilities design. Prepares students for top-level engineering and managerial careers in the furniture industry. Minor in Furniture Manufacturing available to students in Industrial Design and other related fields.

Rockingham Community College

Highway 65 and County Home Rd., Wentworth, NC 27375-0038. (336) 342-4261, ext. 178. FAX: (336) 349-9986. Contact: Mike Quinn.

Course: Fine And Creative Woodworking.

Degree Available: Associate in Applied Science.

Type of training: Hands-On: conventional machinery.

Comments: Prepares individuals to design and build fine quality custom furniture.

Rowan-Cabarrus Community College

Engineering Technologies Dept., P.O. Box 1595, Salisbury, NC 28145. (704) 637-0760, ext. 362. FAX: (704) 642-0750. Web: www.rccc.cc.nc.us/campus. Contact: Larry Melton, program head.

Course: Residential Carpentry; Cont. ed. Cabinetmaking.

Degree Available: Fall and Spring Semester Certificates.

Type of training: Hands-On; theory/academic; conventional tools and machinery.

Comments: Includes printreading, sketching, estimating, geometry and trigonometry and building codes.

Michael Weinig Inc.

Woodworking Manager Training Program, P.O. Box 5536, Statesville NC 28677. (704) 872-9843. FAX: (704) 873-0155. Contact: Paul Hobbs.

Course: Grinder, Tooling Measurement, and Moulders.

Degree Available: Certificate.

Type of training: Hands-On/Theory: CAD/CAM, CNC and conventional machinery, woodcraft.

Comments: Training programs run from two to five days, inclusive of standard four-sided machining, high speed and/or CNC applications. The program may be modified to meet a customer's special needs.

OHIO

Ohio Northern University

Dept. of Technology, Rm. 208 Taft Memorial, Ada, OH 45810. (419) 772-2170. FAX: (419) 772-1932. Contact: Dr. David Rouch.

Course: Materials & Processes, Production Manufacturing, Construction, Custom Woodworking.

Degree Available: BS or BA.

Type of training: Technology, Teacher Preparation, Industrial Management.

Comments: Curriculum includes broad-based technology program -- all materials and processes: CNC, CAD/CAM.

University of Rio Grande

Rio Grande, OH 45674-3131. (740) 245-5353. WEB: www.urgrgcc.edu. Contact: Lonny Bird.

Course: Fine Woodworking.

Degree Available: 2-yr. Assoc., 9-month certificate.

Type of training: Hands-On construction of fine furniture.

Comments: Program teaches woodworking, design, machine and hand tool skills, marketing and business.

OREGON

Oregon College of Art & Craft

8245 SW Barnes Road, Portland, OR 97217. (503) 297-5544. FAX: (503) 297-9651. Contact: Linda West, admissions.

Course: Woodworking; Woodturning, Furniture Design.

Degree Available: BFA in crafts; independent wood studies.

Type of training: Studio-based instruction.

Comments: Continuing education courses are also offered in cabinetmaking, hand and machine tools.

Oregon State University

Forest Products Dept., Corvallis, OR 97331. (541) 737-4257. FAX: (541) 737-3385. WEB: www.cof.orst.edu/cof/fp. Contact: Terence D. Brown.

Course: Undergrad areas include Wood industry Management Option and Wood Science and Engineering Option. Graduate areas include Wood Anatomy, Wood Engineering, Drying, Preservation, Marketing, Adhesives, Material Science, Process Modeling, etc.

Degree Available: BS, MS PhD.

Type of training: Practical hands-on with many industrial speakers on programs.

Comments: Continuing education courses are also offered in Lumber Quality & Process Control, Sawing Technology, Lumber Drying, Plywood Mfg., Wood Products Mkting etc.

PENNSYLVANIA

Bucks County Community College

Fine Woodworking Department, Swamp Road, Newtown, PA 18940. (215) 968-8000. Contact: Mark Sfirri.

Course: Art/Fine Woodworking.

Degree Available: Assoc.

Type of training: Hands-On: Conventional machinery.

Comments: "Craft" oriented toward wood artists. Goal is to help students develop entry-level skills to obtain employment in woodworking disciplines. Two-year associate degree, non-resident two-year college. Focus is on "good woodworking" -- both technical and design - to allow graduates to move into many different areas of the industry. Lathes, table saws, band saws, drill presses, jointers, grinders, radial arm saws and vertical panel saws.

Johnson Technical Institute - A Technical College

3427 North Main Ave., Scranton, PA 18508. (570) 342-6404. Contact: Thomas W. Krause, Pres.

Course: Trade-Technical-Clinical.

Degree Available: AAS, AS, Certificate

Type of training: Hands-On/Academic.

Comments: Carpentry and cabinetmaking-building construction. Technology Program prepare technicians in rough/finish carpentry, cabinetmaking, millwork, custom woodworking. Program also includes layout, estimating materials, design concepts, CAD instruction, leadership development.

Thaddeus Stevens State College of Technology

750 E. King St., Lancaster, PA 17602-3198. (717) 299-7733. FAX: (717) 299-7748. Contact Robert Tobias or Steve Latta.

Course: Cabinetmaking & Wood Technology

Degree Available: AAS.

Type of training: Hands-On/Theory.

Comments: The cabinetmaking program prepares students for employment in the manufacture of cabinets, furniture and architectural millwork. The program emphasizes the care and safe use of hand tools and machinery used in production of millwork items. Furniture and cabinets are constructed, finished and installed, special emphasis is palced on craftsmanship.

Triangle Tech Inc.

Box 551, Dubois, PA 15801. (814) 371-2090, FAX (814) 371-9227. Contact: George Warholak.

Course: Carpentry & Construction and Cabinetmaking.

Degree Available: Assoc.

Type of training: Hands-On/Theory: CAD/CAM and conventional machinery.

Comments: Associate degree prepares student for future employment as a carpentry technician. School provides courses in computer-aided design and drafting. Courses include building from site layout, foundations and form work. Emphasis has been placed on residential construction. No woodworking courses.

SOUTH CAROLINA

Piedmont Technical College

Emerald Road, Drawer 1467, Greenwood SC 29648. (864) 941-8479. FAX: (864) 941-8555. Contact: Jack Patterson.

Course: Building Construction Technology.

Degree Available: Assoc. Degree.

Type of training: Live projects/hands-on with conventional equipment in residential construction.

Comments: Students receive on-the-job work experience building homes with Habitat for Humanities. Theoretical and practical training in carpentry, cabinetmaking, residential wiring, plumbing, masonry, computer drawing (CAD) and estimating are included in course work. Students are prepared for careers in the residential/light commercial construction industry.

SOUTH DAKOTA

Western Dakota Technical Institute

800 Mickelson Dr., Rapid City, SD 57701. (605) 394-4030, ext. 320. FAX: (605) 394-1789. WEB: www.westerndakotatech.org. Contact: Chuck Davis.

Course: Cabinetmaking.

Degree Available: 2-year Diploma

Type of training: Students will become proficient in all aspects of cabinetmaking.

Comments: Western Dakota Technical Institution has the only cabinetmaking program in South Dakota. 100% placement of graduates.

TENNESSEE

East Tennessee State University

College of Applied Science & Technology, P.O. Box 70553, Johnson City, TN 37614. (423) 439-7500. FAX (423) 439-7868. WEB: www.etsu.edu. Contact: Dr. John Vaglia.

Course: Engineering Technology.

Degree Available: 4-yr. BS.

Type of training: Applied: CAD/CAM, CNC, and conventional machinery.

Comments: Degrees in technology education or manufacturing engineering technology. Courses include woodworking technology. Courses in woodworking, robotics, plant layout, supervision, QC and CIM.

Tennessee Technological University

Appalachian Center for Crafts, 1560 Craft Center Drive, Smithville, TN 37166. (931) 372-3051. FAX: (615) 597-6803. WEB: www.craftcenter.tntech.edu. Contact: Graham Campbell.

Course: Fine Woodworking and Design.

Degree Available: BFA -- 4-yr.; Certificate -- 2-yr.

Type of training: Hands-On/Theory, summer workshops.

Comments: This program focuses on contemporary furniture making, emphasizing technical design skills. Classes in drawing, design and woodworking are offered in a custom built, well-equipped facility with options for study in fibers, ceramics, metals and glass.

University of Tennessee -- Tennessee Forest Products Center

Department of Forestry, Wildlife & Fisheries, P.O. Box 1071, Knoxville, TN 37901. (865) 974-7126. FAX (865) 974-4714. WEB: web.utk.edu. Contact: Dr. Paul M. Winistorfer.

Course: Forest Products -- Wood Science.

Degree Available: BS, MS, PhD.

Type of training: Hands-On/Theory: conventional machinery.

Comments: These courses are practical courses in basic wood processing; log and lumber grading, wood drying, wood identification, wood gluing, process control. Steam-heated dry kilns, hydraulic hot press, wood-working equipment, lab accessories.

VIRGINIA

Dabney S. Lancaster Community College

Applied Science, Route 60 West, Clifton Forge, VA 24422. (540) 863-2893. Contact: Milt McGrady.

Course: Forest Technology.

Degree Available: 2-yr.

Type of training: Theoretical, Practical, Hands-On: Conventional machinery.

Comments: Studies in forestry are strong points but prepares individual as wood products technician in timber harvesting and sawmill operation. Also prepares student for lumber grader and log sealer.

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

Wood Science and Forest Products, Brooks Center, 1650 Ramble Road, Blacksburg, VA 24061-0503. (540) 231-7256. FAX: (540) 231-8868. WEB: www.vtwood.forprod.vt.edu. Contact: Fred M. Lamb.

Course: Wood Products and Forest Products Marketing.

Degree Available: BS, MS, PhD and Continuing Education Programs.

Type of training: Practical and theoretical.

Comments: A comprehensive university program in wood technology, including an extensive off-campus continuing education program, especially in wood processing and forest products marketing.

WASHINGTON

The Wood Construction Center

A Branch Campus of: Seattle Central Community College. 2310 South Lane St. Seattle, WA 98144. (206) 587-5460. FAX: (206) 587-5462. WEB: www.seattlecentral.org/wood. Contact: Gordon Sanstad.

Course: Carpentry, Marine Carpentry and Cabinetry and Fine Woodworking.

Degree Available: AAS.

Type of training: Pre-apprentice.

Comments: All three programs enroll three times a year. Teaching marine carpentry since 1936; carpentry since 1947 and cabinetmaking since 1950.

WEST VIRGINIA

Wood Education and Resource Center (formerly Robert C. Byrd Hardwood Technology Center)

301 Hardwood Lane, Princeton, WV 24740. (304) 487-1510. FAX: (304) 487-6661. WEB: www.werc-hdw.com. Contact: Al Steel or Derondah Bradley.

Course: Variety of woodworking courses for managers and operators. Hands-on and classroom instruction with on- and off-site classes available.

Degree Available: Certificate

Type of training: Hands-on and classroom instruction: Production oriented.

Comments: Courses in basic wood technology. Wood drying and finishing to be added in Into 1995.

Mercer County Technical Education Center

1397 Stafford Dr., Princeton, WV 24740. (304) 425-9551. FAX (304) 425-0833. Contact: Bill Sherwood or Robert P. Chine Jr.

Course: Wood Products Technology.

Degree Available: 1-yr. or 2-yr. certificate.

Type of training: Hands-On: CAD/CAM, CNC and modern equipment.

Comments: Basic courses in concepts and skills in wood products include sawmill operation, drying of lumber, handling of lumber and grading of lumber. Addresses industry needs. Also will conduct short courses and seminars relative to the wood industry.

West Virginia Wood Technology Center

10 Eleventh St., Elkins, WV 26241. (304) 637-7500. FAX: (304) 637-4902. WEB: www.wvwoodtech.com. Contact: Paul Schreffler, Training Coordinator.

Degree Available: AAScience: Wood Production Technology.

Type of Training: Hands-on/Theory, conventional and CNC industrial woodworking machinery, CAD/CAM.

Comments: Customized training programs are available on-and off-site. Companies can rent our industrial woodworking machinery on a timeshare basis.

WISCONSIN

Fox Valley Technical College

Wood Technics - Manufacturing, 3601 Oregon St., P.O. Box 2037, Oshkosh, WI 54903-2037. (920) 232-6009. FAX: (920) 424-1364. WEB: www.fox valleytech.com. Contact: Gerald Finch.

Course: Wood Technics: Wood product manufacturing; millwork; cabinetmaking; furnituremaking; tooling maintenance; residential carpentry.

Degree Available: 1-yr. diploma; short-term seminars and customized training.

Type of training: Hands-On/Theory: conventional machinery, CAD/CAM and CNC.

Comments: Graduates are competent using a broad range of current industrial machinery for solid wood and panel processing. Seminar offerings include moulder operation, profile knife grinding, CNC programming. Received WMIA Educator of the Year award for 1996.

Madison Area Technical College

Technology & Industrial Division, 3550 Anderson Street, Madison, WI 53704. (608) 246-6842. FAX: (608) 246-6806. WEB:www.madison.tec.wi.us/matcl. Contact: Patrick Molzahn.

Course: Wood Technics, Construction Materials and Estimating, Machine Maintenance.

Degree Available: VOC diploma.

Type of training: Hands-On/Theory: conventional, CAD/CAM and CNC machinery.

Comments: Prepares students for use of equipment and materials in wood technics occupations. Machines include: planer, shaper, jointer, router, saw, sander, machine set-up, cleaning, part assembly, laminates, drawing.

Northeast Wisconsin Technical College

Trades & Technical Division, 2740 W. Mason St., P.O. Box 19042, Green Bay, WI 54307-9042. (920) 498-5462. FAX: (920) 498-6315. Contact: Don Jaworski.

Course: Wood Technics.

Degree Available: 1-yr. technical diploma.

Type of training: Prepares students to enter building trades as carpenters or cabinetmakers.

Comments: Curriculum includes blueprint reading/drafting, math, science, communications and estimating.

ALBERTA

Northern Alberta Institute of Technology

Woodworking Program, 11762 - 106 Street, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada T5G2R1. (780) 471-8664. FAX: (780) 471-8663. WEB: www.nait.ab.ca. Contact: Peter Marchiel.

Course: Millwork and Carpentry, Cabinetmakers and Carpenters, Woodworking Service Courses for architectural, construction engineering technology programs.

Degree Available: Certificate, 2-yr. Diploma.

Type of training: Hands-On: CNC, conventional machinery and woodcraft.

Comments: Machinery includes moulders, panel processing, sanding and edgebanding.

Red Deer College

56th Ave. - 32 St., Box 5005. Red Deer, Alberta, Canada T4N5H5. (403) 342-3443. FAX: (403) 342-3260. Contact: Sam Church.

Course: Carpentry.

Type of training: Apprenticeship Carpentry and continuing education.

BRITISH COLUMBIA

British Columbia Institute of Technology

Industrial Education, 3700 Willingdon Ave., Burnaby, BC, Canada V5G3H2. (604) 432-8547. Contact Doug Mickey, program head.

Course: Wood Products Manufacturing.

Degree Available: Diploma in Wood Products Manufacturing, Diploma of Technology.

Type of training: Hands-On/Theory: conventional machinery.

Comments: Wood products manufacturing for production of lumber and plywood carpentry program. Teaches the principles of manufacturing and construction.

Forest Renewal BC Value-Added Skills Centre

Unit #1, 31088 Peardonville Rd., Abbottsford, BC V2T 6K5. (604) 556-3373. FAX: (604) 556-3385. WEB: www.bcwood.com. Contact: Bill Downing.

Degree Available: Master Wood Machinist Certificate.

Types of Training: Hands-on/Theory, CNC, CAD, conventional equipment.

Comments: The value-added development centre is a world class facility with expert instructors in all areas of value-added. Courses are job related.

Northern Lights College

11401 8th Street, Dawson Creek, B.C., Canada V1G4G2. (250) 784-7507. FAX: (250) 782-6069. WEB: www.nlc.bc.ca Contact: Doug Becotte.

Course: Carpentry/Joinery.

Degree Available: Certificate.

Type of training: Hands-On: conventional machinery.

Comments: Program is in entry-level carpentry and joinery. Offers apprenticeship training in carpentry. Six-week courses are scheduled by the B.C. Ministry of Advanced Job Training.

University College of the Cariboo

900 McGill Road, P.O. Box 3010, Kamloops, B.C., Canada V2C 5H3. (250) 828-5006. FAX: (250) 828-5159. WEB: www.cariboo.bc.ca Contact: Dennis Johnson.

Course: Wood Process Technology

Degree Available: Diploma; BA, BNRS.

Type of training: Two-year high-technology dimploma in secondary wood manufacturing systems in industrial manufacturing. Five year co-op education degree in forestry and natural resources. Graduates can go on to master's level programs, including Rangeland Mgmt at Oregon State U.

University of British Columbia Wood Science Department

Forest Sciences Centre, 2617-2424 Main Mall, Vancouver, B.C., Canada V6T 1Z4. (604) 822-1834. FAX: (604) 822-9104. WEB: www.wood.ubc.ca. Contact: Sandy McKellar.

Course: Wood Products Processing.

Degree Available: BS, MS, PhD.

Type of training: Academic theory and co-op work experience.

Comments: Unique degree program teaching the latest in value-added manufacturing with emphasis on marketing and business.

ONTARIO

Georgian College of Applied Arts and Technology

School of Engineering Technology, One Georgian Drive, Barrie, Ontario, Canada L4M3X9. (705) 728-1951. Contact: Michael Ludolph.

Course: Engineering Technology.

Degree Available: 1-yr. Certificate.

Type of training: Hands-On: conventional machinery.

Comments: Programs are designed to develop skills for local and provincial employment opportunities.

Woodworking Centre of Ontario - Conestoga College

299 Doon Valley Drive, Kitchener, Ontario, Canada N2G4M4. (519) 748-5220. FAX: (519) 748-3511. WEB: www.conestogac.on.ca. Contact: Mike McClements, Dean, School of Engineering Technology.

Course: Woodworking Technician - Diploma Woodworking Technology - Co-op, Diploma.

Degree Available: 1-yr., 2-yr. or 3-yr. co-op diploma.

Hands-On/Theory: CNC and conventional equipment.

Type of training: Full time - post secondary.

Comments: World-class facilities and experienced faculty to train in the areas of CAD/CAM, CNC, solid wood processing, panel processing, finish machining, sanding, lumber drying conventional and advanced finishing techniques.