This course introduces students to the safe operation, adjustment and maintenance of portable power tools, as well as to the use of the builder’s level. Topics include: the construction and operating principles of electrical tools, as well as the use of drills, sanders, grinders and buffers, reciprocating and sabre saws, mitre saws, plate joiners, power planes, routers, nailers, explosive-actuated fasteners, chain saws, and optical levels. Further practice with these tools occurs in other courses