Carpentry
Curriculum Description
Architecture & Construction Technology
Career Cluster: Architecture and Construction
Pathway: Construction
Program Major Carpentry
Pathway Description
These curriculums are 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, estimating, construction materials and methods, and other topics related to design and construction occupations.
Graduates of this pathway should qualify for entry-level jobs in architectural, engineering, construction and trades professions as well as positions in industry and government.
Program Major Description
A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to lay out, cut, fabricate, erect, install, and repair wooden structures and fixtures, using hand and power tools. 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.
The following represents one way in which the diploma can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.
Diploma
D35180 REVISED
NC CIP: 46.0201
Day
POS Approved: Fall 2014
Fall Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BPR 130 | Print Reading-Construction NEW VERSION 2014 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| CAR 110 | Introduction to Carpentry | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| CAR 111 | Carpentry I | 3 | 15 | 0 | 8 |
| CAR 114 | Residential Bldg Codes | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Total: | 11 | 15 | 0 | 16 |
Spring Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CAR 112 | Carpentry II | 3 | 15 | 0 | 8 |
| CAR 115 | Res Planning/Estimating | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| MAT 110 | Mathematical Measurement and Literacy NEW VERSION 2014 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| Total: | 8 | 17 | 0 | 14 |
Summer Term
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CAR 113 | Carpentry III | 3 | 9 | 0 | 6 |
| Select one: | |||||
| Applied Communications I | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
| OR | |||||
| Writing and Inquiry NEW VERSION 2014 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| Total: | 6 | 9 | 0 | 9 | |
Total Credit Hours: 39
Additional Information
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D35180 REVISED