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Key Facts: NSSCO Woodwork 6190 Exam

6190

NSSCO Woodwork syllabus code

NIED NSSCO Woodwork Syllabus

2h

Paper 1 Written duration

NIED NSSCO Woodwork scheme of assessment

50/25/25

Paper 1 / Practical / Artefact weighting (%)

NIED NSSCO Woodwork Syllabus

200

Total marks across Papers 1–3

NIED NSSCO Woodwork Syllabus

3h

Paper 2 Practical Examination duration

NIED NSSCO Woodwork Syllabus

A*–G

Grade scale (G = minimum satisfactory)

NIED NSSCO Woodwork Syllabus / grade descriptions

8

Learning content topics in the syllabus

NIED NSSCO Woodwork Syllabus

100

Free practice MCQs on this page (study adaptation)

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NSSCO Woodwork 6190 is examined by DNEA through Paper 1 Written (50%, 2h, 100 marks), Paper 2 Practical Examination (25%, 3h), and Paper 3 Artefact/Project and Portfolio (25%), totalling 200 marks with grades A*–G. This page’s 100 free questions are an English-language MCQ study adaptation of syllabus safety and process knowledge — not an official past paper or full practical/artefact simulation.

Sample NSSCO Woodwork 6190 Practice Questions

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1Which of the following is a workplace hazard listed in the NSSCO Woodwork syllabus?
A.Inadequate guards over machinery
B.Polished timber surfaces
C.Kiln seasoning schedules
D.Veneer grain matching
Explanation: The NIED Woodwork syllabus requires learners to identify hazards including obstruction, sharp edges, loose clothing/jewellery, inadequate guards over machinery, PPE issues, portable electrical equipment, loose nails/screws/bolts, earthing problems, stacking risks and fire hazards.
2Personal protective equipment (PPE) in the woodwork workshop is primarily intended to:
A.Replace the need for machine guards
B.Protect the learner from injury and health risks during work
C.Speed up planing and sawing operations
D.Improve the colour of applied finishes
Explanation: PPE is part of personal safety under health and safety. It reduces risk from chips, dust, noise, sharp tools and machines. It complements—not replaces—guards, safe procedures and good housekeeping.
3Loose clothing and jewellery in the workshop are hazardous mainly because they can:
A.Cause timber to warp during seasoning
B.Weaken adhesive joints
C.Become entangled in rotating machinery or tools
D.Dissolve varnish film
Explanation: Loose clothing, long hair and jewellery can catch in drills, saws, lathes and other rotating equipment, pulling the learner into the machine. The syllabus lists loose clothing and jewellery as workplace hazards to identify and control.
4Why should portable electrical equipment in a woodwork shop be properly earthed?
A.To increase the cutting speed of saw blades
B.To prevent knots forming in timber
C.To dry timber faster than kiln seasoning
D.To reduce the risk of electric shock if a fault occurs
Explanation: Earthing of electrical equipment is listed under workplace hazards/safety. A correct earth path helps protective devices clear faults and reduces the chance that metal cases become live and shock the user.
5Which item belongs in a basic first-aid kit/box according to the NSSCO Woodwork content?
A.Latex gloves
B.Mortise gauge
C.Belt sander belt
D.Quarter-sawn board
Explanation: The syllabus lists first-aid kit contents including bandages, plasters, latex gloves, antiseptic ointment, scissors, mouth guard, eye bath and disinfectant. Latex gloves support safe treatment of wounds with infection-control awareness.
6When treating a bleeding wound in the workshop, learners should especially keep in mind:
A.Only the brand of adhesive used on the joint
B.HIV and AIDS infection-control precautions
C.The kiln temperature chart
D.The type of varnish on nearby work
Explanation: The syllabus requires discussion of basic first aid for bleeding wounds with HIV and AIDS in mind. That means barrier protection (e.g. gloves), avoiding contact with blood, and safe disposal of contaminated materials.
7In the ABC of first aid, the letter B stands for:
A.Bevelling
B.Band-sawing
C.Breathing
D.Batten board
Explanation: ABC first aid application means Airway, Breathing and Circulation. Checking and supporting breathing is a core emergency priority before less urgent workshop tasks.
8A learner receives an electric shock at a portable power tool. After ensuring your own safety, the first priority is to:
A.Immediately pour water over the tool and the casualty
B.Continue using the tool to finish the cut
C.Apply varnish to the affected skin
D.Disconnect the power/source of electricity if safe to do so, then follow ABC first aid
Explanation: Electric shock is a listed first-aid topic. Rescuers must not become a second casualty: isolate the supply if safe, then assess Airway, Breathing and Circulation and get trained help. Water on live equipment is dangerous.
9Loose nails, screws and bolts lying on the workshop floor are hazardous because they can:
A.Cause slips, trips and puncture injuries
B.Improve natural seasoning of boards
C.Act as knockdown fittings for cabinets
D.Replace hinges on doors
Explanation: The syllabus specifically lists loose lying nails, screws and bolts among workplace hazards. Good housekeeping keeps floors clear to prevent slips, trips and foot injuries.
10Fire fighting and prevention in the woodwork workshop is important mainly because of risks from:
A.Only the colour of hardwoods
B.Dust, shavings, solvents, finishes and electrical faults
C.Quarter sawing patterns
D.Mitre joint geometry
Explanation: Woodwork shops contain flammable dust, shavings, adhesives, stains, oils and electrical equipment. The syllabus requires knowledge of fire fighting and prevention as part of health and safety.

About the NSSCO Woodwork 6190 Exam

NSSCO Woodwork (6190) is Namibia’s Ordinary Level senior secondary Woodwork qualification for Grades 10–11. The NIED syllabus covers workshop health and safety, measuring and hand/power tools, machines, trees and timber products, fastening and fitting, drawing communication, joints and joinery products, and finishing and finishes, with strong emphasis on safe process knowledge and practical artefact production.

Exam sponsor: Directorate of National Examinations and Assessment (DNEA), Namibia. The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.

Assessment

Paper 1 Written (2 hours, 100 marks, 50%): approximately ten short-answer questions (30 marks) and structured questions (70 marks). Paper 2 Practical Examination (3 hours, 50 marks, 25%): centre-assessed practical skills, externally moderated by DNEA. Paper 3 Artefact/Project and Portfolio (about four terms, 50 marks, 25%): DNEA-supplied topic with A3/A4 folder, scale drawing, photographic evidence and made artefact; centre-marked with DNEA moderation. Overall assessment objectives weight knowledge with understanding about 30%, problem solving 17.5%, interpretation of data 17.5%, practical skills 35%.

Time Limit

Paper 1: 2 hours; Paper 2: 3 hours; Paper 3: artefact/portfolio across about four terms (commence Grade 10 second trimester; complete by Grade 11 second trimester)

Passing Score

Grades A*–G (G = minimum satisfactory); below G is not recorded on the certificate

Exam / Certification Fees

A public DNEA per-subject national examination fee schedule was not confirmed from an official DNEA circular; confirm with DNEA or your examination centre. Do not use NAMCOL tuition fees as DNEA exam fees.

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Foundational

Health and Safety

Workshop hazards, PPE, electrical and fire safety, first-aid kit contents, bleeding with HIV/AIDS awareness, electric shock and ABC first aid.

Core theory/practical

Tools and Machines

Measuring and marking-out tools; hand tools and care; portable power tools; stationary machines such as circular saw, band saw, pillar drill, planer, lathe and sanders.

Core materials

Trees, Timber and Boards

Softwood vs hardwood; felling and conversion (plain and quarter sawing); natural and kiln seasoning; manufactured boards; knots, warping and workability.

Major vocational

Fasteners, Joints, Drawing and Finishes

Nails, screws, hinges, adhesives and dowels; freehand and scale drawings of common joints; joinery construction; painting, varnishing, stains, sanding and sealer.

Preparing for the NSSCO Woodwork 6190 Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: Grades A*–G (G = minimum satisfactory); below G is not recorded on the certificate
  • Assessment: Paper 1 Written (2 hours, 100 marks, 50%): approximately ten short-answer questions (30 marks) and structured questions (70 marks). Paper 2 Practical Examination (3 hours, 50 marks, 25%): centre-assessed practical skills, externally moderated by DNEA. Paper 3 Artefact/Project and Portfolio (about four terms, 50 marks, 25%): DNEA-supplied topic with A3/A4 folder, scale drawing, photographic evidence and made artefact; centre-marked with DNEA moderation. Overall assessment objectives weight knowledge with understanding about 30%, problem solving 17.5%, interpretation of data 17.5%, practical skills 35%.
  • Time limit: Paper 1: 2 hours; Paper 2: 3 hours; Paper 3: artefact/portfolio across about four terms (commence Grade 10 second trimester; complete by Grade 11 second trimester)
  • Exam / certification fees: A public DNEA per-subject national examination fee schedule was not confirmed from an official DNEA circular; confirm with DNEA or your examination centre. Do not use NAMCOL tuition fees as DNEA exam fees. Official sources

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NSSCO Woodwork 6190: Suggested Study Strategy

1Work from the official NIED NSSCO Woodwork syllabus PDF — examiners mark to the specific objectives under each of the eight topics.
2Treat workshop safety (hazards, PPE, electrical and fire) as non-negotiable before tools, machines or practical questions.
3For Paper 2 and Paper 3, practise planning, accurate joint construction, safe tool use and evaluation — MCQs alone cannot replace workshop skill or artefact production.
4Learn softwood/hardwood differences, conversion methods, seasoning and manufactured board uses with clear cause-and-effect wording.
5Sketch half-lap, mortise and tenon, dovetail and housing joints freehand until proportions and names are automatic for Paper 1 drawing communication.
6Use recent NSSCO examiners’ reports for Woodwork 6190 to target weak theory and coursework moderation issues.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSSCO Woodwork 6190?

NSSCO Woodwork (syllabus code 6190) is Namibia’s Senior Secondary Certificate Ordinary Level Woodwork qualification for Grades 10–11, with learning content published by NIED and national examinations administered by DNEA.

How is NSSCO Woodwork assessed?

All learners enter Paper 1 Written (2 hours, 100 marks, 50%), Paper 2 Practical Examination (3 hours, 50 marks, 25%), and Paper 3 Artefact/Project and Portfolio (50 marks, 25%). The combined award is 200 marks with grades A*–G.

What grade is needed to pass NSSCO Woodwork?

Learners are graded A*–G. Grade G is the minimum satisfactory grade; performance below G is not recorded on the certificate.

How much does the NSSCO Woodwork exam cost?

A public DNEA per-subject national examination fee schedule was not confirmed from an official DNEA circular at the time of writing. Confirm fees with DNEA or your centre, and do not use NAMCOL tuition amounts as the national exam fee.

Are these official DNEA examination questions?

No. Official assessment includes written short-answer/structured theory plus a centre-based practical examination and an artefact with portfolio. This bank is an original English-language MCQ study adaptation for syllabus knowledge revision only.

What topics does the 6190 syllabus cover?

Eight topics: Health and safety; Tools; Machines; Trees/timber; Fastening and fitting; Drawing/communication; Joints and Joinery products; and Finishing and finishes.