Cursus Tournage EN • Woodturning learning program
CO-LINGUAL PROGRAM
A 4-step program to learn woodturning, from basics to furniture making
The Cursus Tournage EN allows you to learn the essential techniques of woodturning through hands-on and creative projects, even with no prior experience. This program brings together 4 complementary courses that cover the fundamentals of turning, the making of functional objects, and the assembly of turned components. Your registration in the program automatically includes all 4 courses.
PLEASE NOTE: This program is co-lingual (French–English), which means that francophone and anglophone participants form a single group and attend the same classes. The trainer adjusts the language of teaching to accommodate the group or alternates between French and English. All participants may speak the language of their choice, and the trainer will make sure that everyone understands the content.
It is not necessary to be bilingual to register, but basic understanding of both languages may be helpful. Because this course is based on manual work and individual exploration, it is particularly well suited to this way of working. We consider linguistic diversity an asset, and we ask that you show inclusiveness, kindness, and respect.
Advantages of the Cursus Tournage EN
- Structured progression : Develop your skills and confidence in the workshop through a progressive, step-by-step learning experience.
- Preferential pricing : Save $135 by enrolling in the full program instead of registering for courses individually.
- Installment payments : A flexible payment option is available at registration, depending on the timing of your purchase.
- Certification and celebration : Mark the completion of your program with a vin d’honneur and receive your training certificate.
- Access to assisted open shop : Continue practicing what you’ve learned after your training with access to assisted open shop time.
Prerequisites for the cursus
Level 1 – No prerequisites
Number of sessions
6 sessions
Training duration
40 hours
Cost
1 150 $ + txs
Installment payment
Learning steps of the Cursus Tournage EN in woodturning
Explore the 4 courses included in the program to discover the key skills developed at each step and the projects you will complete.
Winter cursus schedule
Le tour EN
Saturday, February 6, 2027, 9 AM to 5 PM
Le tourne-bol EN
Saturday, February 13, 2027, 9 AM to 5 PM
Le poivré EN
Saturday, February 20, 2027, 9 AM to 5 PM
Le tripode EN
Saturdays, February 27, March 6 and 13, 2027, 9 AM to 4 PM
Register now for the Winter session of Cursus Tournage. Places are limited!
Training plan
- Equipment used in this program
- Techniques and concepts taught in this program
- Materials and equipment provided
- Equipment to bring
- Wood lathe
- Gouges and accessories
- Faceplate
- Chuck
- Band saw
- Drill (with angled drilling jig)
- Disc sander
Le tour EN • Introduction to woodturning
- Basic use of a wood lathe
- Spindle turning between centers
- Spindle turning along the grain
- Gouges sharpening
Le tourne-bol EN • Turning wooden bowls
- Basic use of a wood lathe
- Working on a lathe using a faceplate and a chuck
- Cross grain woodturning
- Gouges sharpening
Le poivré EN • Turning a pepper mill
- Basic use of a wood lathe
- Spindle turning between centers
- Spindle turning along the grain
- Drilling on the wood lathe
- Integration of mechanisms
Le tripode EN • Woodturning joinery
- Basic use of a wood lathe
- Cutting a round shape
- Angled drilling
- Gluing a support tenon
- Spindle turning (between centers)
- Faceplate turning (freehand)
- Turning a traditional woodworking joint (mortise and tenon) on a wood lathe
- Sharpening gouges
- Materials and tools needed to carry out exercises and/or projects
- Course notebook
- If necessary, loan of hearing protectors and safety glasses
If you have one, you can bring:
- a dust mask
- hearing protectors
- safety glasses
- safety shoes
Have you already taken one or more courses in the ÉÉAM program?
Would you like to register for the cursus, but have already taken one or more of the ÉÉAM program courses in the past? Unfortunately, you must register individually for the courses you have not taken, and pay the full price.
The Cursus Sculpture EN (40 hours) is still an introduction to woodworking, compared to the technical college program, which is the learning and practice of the trade over a minimum duration of 3 years (1 965 hours).
Participants
Unless otherwise specified, ÉÉAM general public courses are only open to people 18 years of age and older.
As openness and inclusion are essential values for the ÉÉAM, the school strives to accommodate everyone who is interested in cabinetmaking. If you live with a functional limitation and have questions regarding your ability to attend training, please contact us to discuss.
