Career and Technical Education

Carpentry

CARPENTRY – LEVEL 1 This program which is designed to allow students and opportunity to complete a nationally accredited course of study in carpentry. Ideally, a student in 10th grade begins the Level I Carpentry course by completing the Core Curriculum. The National Center for Construction Education and Research will issue a nationally recognized certificate of completion to the student when the Core Curriculum is complete. This certification is equivalent to the initial training given by many of the nation’s largest companies. Next, the student will complete a series of subjects, directly related to the field of carpentry. The student must pass each section test with a score of at least 70 to receive any credit. In addition to tests, the student will demonstrate his ability to properly use the tools and equipment found in the field of carpentry. In addition, this course offers a great deal of “hands on” work experience. The student will work in a group and as an individual on a wide variety of projects.

CARPENTRY – LEVEL II The level II Carpentry course provides the second year carpentry student more in depth training in the field. Beginning with reading plans and elevations, the student will advance through each of the steps of basic construction. The student will demonstrate the skills he has learned in a group and an individual setting. The student must receive at least a 70 on all work to receive credits.

CARPENTRY – LEVEL III (ADVANCED CARPENTRY) This is an advanced level of carpentry which may be taken after completing Carpentry Technology II. This year-long course offers more in-depth training in the area of residential framing. Emphasis is place on advanced framing techniques for floor, wall, ceiling, roof, and stair construction. Attention is given to the use of computers in the construction process. Students will also complete live work at school in accordance with the live work policy and under the supervision of the instructor. This gives students the opportunity to have more hands-on experience in the field of carpentry by building projects for the general public.

CARPENTRY – LEVEL IV The year-long course offers students the opportunity to learn about the different aspects of exterior and interior finishes. Students will learn to properly identify and install materials such as Masonite, stucco, solid wood siding, interior plywood paneling, solid wood paneling, and sheetrock. Students will also learn to cut and install several types of trim and molding. Other components of finishing include installing windows, doors, skylight, hardwood flooring, ceramic tile, vinyl tile, and carpet. The course concludes with learning how to properly select and apply paint, stain, sealers, and caulking to the interior and exterior of a house. Several areas of advanced home maintenance and remodeling will also be covered.