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Overview

The B.Voc Program in Woodworking Skills Education provides a unique opportunity to join an industry-integrated program, aligning with the Swiss Dual Vocational Education system. This unique approach ensures that learners get hands-on training and are industry-ready after graduation. The program is mapped out to develop specialists in creating woodworking projects including furniture, interior fittings, cabinets, tables, and modular kitchens and collaborating seamlessly.

Programs Offered

B.Voc. in Woodworking Skills


BSDU offers B.Voc Program in Woodworking Skills that connects students to several industrial partners for their workplace training.

Duration: 3 Years

Eligibility Criteria:

  • 12th pass in any stream, or
  • 2 years of ITI after 10th or
  • Polytechnic diploma holders are eligible for lateral entry admission

Selection Procedure :
Admission will be through an Entrance Exam followed by a personal interview.

Woodworking Skills Course Structure

Semester 1 Semester 2
  • Applied Mathematics
  • Woodworking Material Science
  • Woodworking Drawing
  • Hand Skill and Transfer of Measurement
  • Power tools
  • Stationery Machine
  • Branch Course-I
  • Open Elective-I
General Education
  • New Phase of Life
  • Dealing with Money
  • Partnership and Relationships
  • Labour Laws and Rights
Workplace Training-I
Semester 3 Semester 4
  • Advance Assembly and Fittings
  • Woodworking CNC machine
  • Advance mathematics
  • Woodworking CAD
  • Surface Treatment and Quality Control
  • Branch Course-II
  • Open Elective-II
General Education
  • Health and Well-being
  • Education and Learning
  • Media and Communication
  • Cultural Diversity and Inclusive
Workplace Training-II
Semester 5 Semester 6
  • Furniture production and Project Planning
  • Furniture Design
  • Computer Aided Furniture Manufacturing
  • Project Work
  • Branch Course -III
  • Open Elective-III
General Education
  • Environment and Sustainability
  • Problem-Solving Through Logical Reasoning
  • Global Challenges
  • Vision for the Future and Responsibilities
Workplace Training-III

  • First Year

    During the first year of workplace training, the student will gain basic knowledge in woodworking industries about the woodworking task, assisting the master carpenter, site preparation, fabricating, assembling, finishing, and installing various products at the worksite interpreting drawings, organizing essential materials, tools, and equipment, craft products using both manual techniques and power tools

  • Second Year

    In the second year of workplace training, the students will carry out tasks like precise measurements, cutting, shaping, assembly, joining, and installation of wood and wood substitute materials into finished products, utilizing a range of hand tools, Stationary machinery and automated machinery.

  • Third Year

    In the final year, the student will reach up to the production supervisor which primarily focus on quality control. Additionally, they will actively participate in and provide guidance to the team in tasks such as fabrication, assembly, installation, maintenance, repair, alteration and finishing of a wide range of products using hand tools, all while adhering to project plans and specifications.

  1. Applications in the prescribed format for undergraduate programs (B.Voc) are invited from eligible candidates.
  2. After reviewing the applications, selected candidates are invited for the BSDU Common Admission Test 2024.
  3. Qualified candidates from the entrance test will appear before the interview panel for personal interviews.
  4. After compiling all the assessment weightage, a merit list of successful candidates is prepared and notified to the candidates.
  5. All successful candidates are then called for counselling sessions, document verification, and fee payment as per the notified schedule to complete the admission modalities.
  • Session Starts on 29th July 2024

Courses I*/III/V Semester @ BSDU Campus II/IV/VI Semester @ Industry Workplace Training Total Yearly Fee for the Program
Woodworking Skills Rs 50,000 Rs 10,000 Rs 60,000
Woodworking Skills
I*/III/V Semester @ BSDU Campus Rs 50,000
II/IV/VI Semester @ Industry Workplace Training Rs 10,000
Total Yearly Fee for the Program Rs 60,000

*For all courses, an additional fee of Rs 6,000 will be collected in the 1st semester. This includes a Rs 1,000 registration fee and a Rs 5000 caution money deposit. The caution money is refundable upon completion of the B.Voc program.

Fee to be deposited within seven days of receiving provisional admission letter.

Scholarships & Fee Concession

BSDU is committed to making its world-class education accessible & affordable for students from all walks of life. To promote equitable and inclusive skill education in line with the NEP 2020, the following scholarships and fee concessions are offered to students.

  • Tuition fee Concession for:
    • Girls and Transgender
    • Defense Personnel
    • Socio-cultural identities
    • Differently-abled students
    • Economically weaker Identities
  • Academic Scholarship

All B.Voc programs are structured in a modular format, offering various entry and exit points at Certificate, Diploma, and Advanced Diploma levels.

Key Competencies

The program at the Faculty of Woodworking Skills focuses on a complete framework towards all the areas of competencies required to become a successful professional in the woodworking industry. For each area of competency individual competencies are defined which brings holistic skills like:

  • Safety Awareness Skills
  • Designing and Planning Skills
  • Product Manufacturing Skills
  • Problem-Solving Skills
  • Technical Knowledge
  • Installation and Service Skills
Key Competencies

How BSDU is better than any other Skill University?

One Student-One Machine Concept

ensuring personalized, hands-on learning

Expert Faculty

from Switzerland

Swiss Dual System

combining theoretical knowledge with extensive practical application

Holistic Development

focusing on developing both technical skills & soft skills

Paid Industry Internships

every alternate semester to eligible students

Industry-Standard Training

on latest machinery & equipment

Multiple Entry & Exit System

at Certificate, Diploma, Advanced Diploma, and levels

Strong Industry Partnerships

ensuring relevant training & excellent placement opportunities.

Infrastructure &
Equipment

The Faculty offers the latest machinery imported from Italy, Austria, Switzerland, Japan, etc. and has well-equipped labs:

1. Stationary Machines
  • Panel Saw
  • Surface planner
  • Thicknesser
  • Band Saw
  • Mortiser
  • Multi Boring
  • Vertical Panel Saw
  • Spindle Moulder
  • Combination Machine
  • Wide belt sander, Edge Sander
2. CNC Machines
  • CNC router from Felder
  • CNC Edge Band from Felder
3. Power tools from Festool
  • Routers, Circular saw, Planner, Biscuit joiner, Domino, Climax joiner, Oscillation saw etc.
Woodworking Skills Infrastructure

Scope/Future Prospects

The woodworking industry presents a promising future for professionals, with the Indian furniture industry being large and dynamic in the world. As the demand for skilled professionals in woodworking industries grow, there is a wide range of opportunities for career growth and development in this dynamic industry.

The key skills taught in the program culminate into meaningful professions in the woodworking industry. Graduates are prepared for careers as

  • Furniture Designers
  • Quality Controllers in Furniture
  • CNC Router Specialists
  • Woodworking Entrepreneurs
  • Production Advisor
  • Production Manager
  • Supervisor
  • Production planner
  • Production Engineer in NPD department
Woodworking Skills Future Prospects

Internship & Placements

Department of Workplace Training

The Department of Workplace Training & Placement (DWTP) at Bhartiya Skill Development University (BSDU) connects students with recruiters, ensuring a match between their mutual aspirations.

Our Expert Faculty

Kumar Shanu Sharma

The Faculty of Woodworking Skills Education is committed to providing students with a holistic approach to skill-based education that prepares them for rewarding careers in Woodworking Industry.

The faculty and learning resources create a learner-centric environment that emphasizes practical learning, action competence, and real-world applications, supported by outstanding faculty and national and international academic partnerships. Our students have proudly represented India in the International Skill competitions held in Switzerland and Russia.

The Faculty believes in enjoyable teaching-learning under the watchful eyes of Swiss and Indian trainers, through an ultra-modern workshop facility.

I extend a warm welcome to all the students joining the Faculty of Woodworking Skills Education.

Kumar Shanu Sharma

In-charge, Faculty of Woodworking Skills

Alumni