The Carpentry program prepares students for careers in the carpentry
industry. The program emphasizes a combination of carpentry theory
and practical application necessary for successful employment. Program
graduates have the qualifications of an entry-level residential
carpenter or commercial carpenter. The Carpentry program is accredited
by the Associated General Contractors (AGC) and certified by the
National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER).
|
Carpentry Curriculum
|
| |
|
Credit Hours
|
| General Education Core Courses |
13
|
| ENG 100 |
English |
5
|
| MAT 101 |
General Mathematics |
5
|
| EMP 100 |
Interpersonal Relations and Professional
Development |
3
|
| |
| Occupational Courses |
51
|
| CFC 100 |
Safety |
2
|
| CFC 101 |
Introduction to Construction |
2
|
| CFC 102 |
Professional Tool Use and Safety
|
4
|
| CFC 103 |
Materials and Fastners |
3
|
| CFC 105 |
Construction Print Reading |
5
|
| SCT 100 |
Introduction to Microcomputers |
3
|
| CAR 107 |
Site Layouts, Footings, and Foundations |
5
|
| CAR 110 |
Floor Framing |
3
|
| CAR 111 |
Wall Framing |
3
|
| CAR 112 |
Ceiling and Roof Framing |
6
|
| CAR 114 |
Roof Coverings |
2
|
| CAR 115 |
Exterior Finishes and Trim |
5
|
| CAR 117 |
Interior Finishes I |
4
|
| CAR 118 |
Interior Finishes II |
4
|
| |
| Completion of one specialization is
required |
| Residential Carpentry Specialization
Courses |
12
|
| CAR 119 |
Interior Finishes III |
3
|
| CAR 121 |
Cornice and Soffit |
2
|
| CAR 126 |
Stairs |
3
|
| CAR 127 |
Residential Carpentry Internship/Practicum |
4
|
| |
OR |
|
| XXX xxx |
Electives |
4
|
| |
Total Hours |
76
|
| OR |
| Commercial Carpentry Specialization Courses |
12
|
| CAR 130 |
Doors and Door Hardware |
3
|
| CAR 131 |
Concrete Forming |
3
|
| CAR 132 |
Site Development |
1
|
| CAR 135 |
Steel Rigging and Reinforcing |
1
|
| CAR 134 |
Commercial Carpentry Internship/Practicum |
4
|
| |
OR |
|
| XXX xxx |
Electives |
4
|
| |
Total Hours
|
76
|
