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Building Construction
For many years, woodworking has been re- cognized as one of the most interesting and re- warding of all the major skilled trades. In fact it was the first technical subject offered to students in the Secondary Schools. Although many students choose" not to make woodworking their life work, many have made profitable use of the training re- ceived; such as, making repairs to their homes and cottages. Coutless others use the basic skills which they have been taught as a basis for a re-- laxing hobby.
The first tools used in woodworking were very primitive--afar cry from those used today. More and better machines have been developed, so that much of the slow and strenuous manual labour has been eliminated and operations speeded up.
During the first two years of the course, woodworking, as in all technical subjects, is ex- ploratory in nature. The following two years are for specialization.
The courses are designed to encourage logic- al thinking, to develop appreciation of good design, to instill good work habits and give training in the basic skills.
Canada, today as never before, needs young men who have been trained to take their place in Canada's largest industry--building construction.
W. Stephens
Sponsored by Town and Country Supply
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Automotive
Classes are conducted for Grades 9 Occupa- tional and Grades 9 through 12 in the 4 year Science, Technology and Trades stream.
The Diversified Occupational Trades student gains experience in Small Engine work and in Car Servicing. ·
Grades 9 and 10 in the 4 yearS. T. and T. program teach the student the fundamentals of Automotive Systems. These years also give the student a chance to consider this trade as his major study in his senior grades.
The Student who specializes in Grades 11 and 12 is actually serving the first two years of his 5-year apprenticeship, leading to a Class A Me- chanics' License or preparing him for further study in some Technological field.
J. H. Sinclair