VANCOUVER, BC -- The Centre for Advanced Wood Processing will be offering the Online Certificate in Industrial Wood Finishing Course starting on January 9 to April 21, 2012. There are two components to this course, with online learning taking place from January 9 to April 15th, followed by a six-day practical workshop from April 16th to April 21st, 2012 at our facility on the UBC campus in Vancouver, British Columbia.

The online Industrial Wood Finishing course is one of the most comprehensive wood finishing courses offered in North America. It provides the learners with a broad understanding of the field of wood finishing. It is designed for individuals employed in the wood products industry who have some general experience in manufacturing and would like to expand their knowledge and understanding of wood finishing.

Learner will gain access to information on many aspects of wood finishing including: wood properties; colour theory; application methods; coating types; safety; environmental considerations; quality control and testing methods; and cost/economics.

To register, please contact Jason Chiu at 604-822-0082 or [email protected].

Source: UBC