Carpentry Technology

Brief Program Description/Goals

This program is designed to provide entry level knowledge and hands-on skills required for employment in the construction industry. Once the program is successfully completed, it provides an excellent background for those desiring to enter the apprenticeship program. Instruction includes rough framing and finishing.

View Complete Description in College Catalog [PDF]

What Is Unique About The Program

Classroom hours can count toward journeyworker hours.

Program Prerequisites

• "CR" in ENG 20 BCDE or placement in ENG 21/51.
• "CR" in MATH 20BCD or placement in MATH 50/53.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the CARP program, students will be able to:

• Gain employment in the Carpentry Industry
• Practice Quality Workmanship
• Demonstrate personal and professional health, fitness and safety practices required for the building and construction occupations
• Interact with customers and coworkers on construction jobs in ways that effectively support the work to be accomplished and promote customer satisfaction.
• Use appropriate materials, tools, equipment and procedures to carry out work on construction projects.

Degrees That Can Be Earned

• Certificate of Achievement (CA)
• Associate in Applied Science (AAS)

Itemized Estimate of Educational Costs

• Tuition based on total credits taken.
• Approximately $460 and $50 for each succeeding year.

Gainful Employment Information

Faculty & Staff

• George Boeman, Instructor, CC, 845-9114
• Dean Crowell, Instructor, 845-9485