NWCC - Northwest College of Construction

Calling all Do-It-Yourselfers!

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Have you wanted to tackle a home project – such as building a deck, repairing equipment, making metal work or creating a sustainable garden – but didn’t know where to start? The Northwest College of Construction announces three new programs designed to answer your questions and empower you with the knowledge and skills to “do-it-yourself” with less stress in the process!


Deck Building, Instructor: Ken Walker

Workshop Dates: Coming Spring 2010

Whether you want to pick up the tools, design and build it yourself, or learn everything you need to know to hire a reputable contractor, NWCC’s Deck Building 101 will bring your closer to your dream deck!  

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  • Explore Deck Design Strategies & Building Principles
  • Choose the right decking materials to ensure you can enjoy your deck for years to come
  • Learn how to measure materials precisely to prevent ordering insufficient or excess material
  • Develop an accurate project budget
  • Proper and safe use of hand & power tools
  • Step-by-step construction methods

Instructor: Master Carpenter Ken Walker, NWCC

Vendor: Lakeside Lumber

Tuition:     $278

Class size limited to 20 students!

Call the Northwest College of Construction now to reserve space in upcoming classes now!


Basic Welding, Instructor: Kym Halstead

Learn to cut, shape and weld metal from certified journeyman welding instructors. Develop the skills required to complete projects from creating metal yard art, to equipment and household repair. You will be limited only by your imagination! Representatives from Maverick Welding Supply will be available to discuss your equipment needs, and provide discounts for welding supplies.

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Workshop Dates: Coming Spring 2010

Class size limited to 8 students!

Call the Northwest College of Construction now to reserve space in upcoming classes now!

 


Sustainable Gardening, Instructor Yveline Wilnau

Discover how you can  design a garden and your yard with sustainable principles—from site assessment, whole systems design, composting, water harvesting, permaculture,  planting schemes, materials, structures, maintenance and more!

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