This technical manual, written in 1935 by Charles A. Glunz, former Superintendent of the Industrial Department at Silliman University in Dumaguete, was a crucial resource for vocational education in the Philippines. The text was developed from the author's thirty years of experience and was intended to address a significant gap in practical instruction for local building conditions, as Glunz believed standard textbooks from the United States were largely inapplicable to the Philippine context. The work served as the basis for lectures and quizzes for secondary vocational students at Silliman University. Covering subjects like cabinet making, carpentry, house construction, and general mechanics, this publication provided essential knowledge for construction professionals, teachers, and students. It detailed practical techniques for leveling, foundation work, and structural design, with specific attention given to local materials, and regional issues like protection against termites. Its creation reflects an important effort in the early 20th century by institutions like Silliman to develop locally relevant educational materials to support the country's infrastructure and industry.
Wood working, construction and general mechanics for the Philippines (Part II)