Carpentry Diploma
Credential: Diploma (Code: D35180)
This curriculum is designed to prepare individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to the fields of architecture, construction, construction management, and other associated professions. Course work includes instruction in sustainable building and design, print reading, building codes, estimation, construction materials and methods, and other topics related to design and construction occupations. Graduates should qualify for entry-level jobs in architectural, engineering, construction and professions as well as positions in industry and government.
This program prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to layout, cut, fabricate, erect, install, and repair wooden structures and fixtures, using hand and power tools. This program includes instruction in technical mathematics, framing, construction materials and selection, job estimating, print reading, foundations and roughing-in, finish carpentry techniques, and applicable codes and standards.
Carpentry Diploma Curriculum
Fall Semester
| ACA 115 | Success & Study Skills | | I | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| OR | | | | | | | |
| ACA 122 | College Transfer Success | | FA, SP, SU | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| SST 140 | Green Building and Design Concepts | | FA | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| CAR 110 | Introduction to Carpentry | | FA | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| CAR 111 | Carpentry I | | FA | 3 | 15 | 0 | 8 |
| CAR 114 | Residential Building Codes | | FA | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| WOL 110 | Basic Construction Skills | | FA | 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | | | | 20 |
Spring Semester
| CAR 112 | Carpentry II | | SP | 3 | 15 | 0 | 8 |
| CAR 115 | Residential Planning/Estimating | | SP | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| MAT 110 | Mathematical Measurement and Literacy | | FA, SP, SU | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| PLU 111 | Intro to Basic Plumbing | | SP | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| BPR 130 | Print Reading-Construction | | SP | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | | | | 19 |
Summer Term
| ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry | | FA, SP, SU | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| ISC 112 | Industrial Safety | | SP, SU | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Total Credit Hours: | | | | 5 |
SEMESTER HOURS REQUIRED TO GRADUATE
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| GENERAL EDUCATION COURSES |
6 |
| MAJOR COURSES |
37 |
| OTHER REQUIRED COURSES |
01 |
| TOTAL CREDIT HOURS |
44 |
Expected program competencies are maintained by the lead instructor for this program, while course competencies are maintained by the respective instructors of specific courses.
NOTE: The above curriculum outline is intended as a guide only. The sequence of course offerings is subject to change at the discretion of the administration.
C=Class L=Lab CL=Clinic Cr=Credit