Carpentry - Cabinetmaking
Program Description
From the Catalog
PURPOSE: The program provides knowledge and ability to practice safe work habits, solve carpentry math functions, design, draw, estimate, and construct house projects, read blueprints, construct cabinetry, understand and accomplish interior and exterior finishing, and practice all types of exterior concrete work along with other skills.
RECOMMENDED PREREQUISITES Students should possess an interest in working with wood and tools. They should like to work outdoors and endure weather conditions and heights. Students will need to prepare themselves to work hard every day and develop good work ethics. Manual dexterity and ability to solve problems are necessary; previous courses in drafting math, and industrial technology are helpful.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Although specialization is becoming increasingly common, it is important to try to acquire skills in all aspects of carpentry so you have the flexibility to perform any kind of work.
Carpenters may advance to carpentry supervisors or general construction supervisors. Carpenters usually have greater opportunities than most other construction workers to become general construction supervisors, because they are exposed to the entire construction process. Some carpenters become independent contractors.
Program Core Competencies (Common)
As a result of completing this program, the student will be able to:
- Perform work in a safe and legal manner
- Read and interpret blue prints
- Frame standard residential buildings
- Design, layout, and construct stairways
- Apply exterior finish sidings
- Apply interior finish trim
- Build and install cabinets
- Estimate, place, and finish concrete