This self-paced online course provides you with the technical knowledge needed to understand the development and design of wood patterns involving irregular joints—commonly used in complex castings and non-standard components. You’ll explore how to interpret detailed drawings, apply joint design principles, and select appropriate materials for creating durable, accurate wooden patterns.
You’ll also learn about how these patterns are prepared for foundry use, with attention to shrinkage allowances, surface finishes, and core integration.
This course is ideal if you’re a student, apprentice, or technical professional wanting to build your understanding of non-standard patternmaking in wood for casting applications.

What You Will Learn
• Key types of irregular joints used in wooden patternmaking
• How to interpret technical drawings and joint specifications
• Design considerations for complex pattern shapes
• Material selection and layout planning for wooden joints
• Application of allowances and finishes for casting
• Overview of WHS procedures in woodworking and pattern design
• Common construction techniques used for angular and non-uniform joints