Growth in the construction industry has been increasing, thus demand is high for skilled carpenters in the state.
Carpentry students who complete this program may either apply for membership in apprentice training programs to complete journeyman carpentry requirements or go to work directly for building contractors. The future prospects for self-employment are considered good for those who wish to become building contractors upon attainment of necessary skills
The carpentry trade is well suited to those who enjoy working outdoors and working with their hands, applying creative ingenuity to building. Pride in good workmanship and safe, dependable work habits are also important factors for success in this field.
Students learn the safe and proper use and care of hand tools, power hand tools and power equipment used in the carpentry trade. They receive instruction in the methods and principles of building construction, carpentry math, blueprint reading, drawing house plans, energy efficient and sustainable/green building, building materials, cabinetry, concrete forming, and other related areas such as drywall, roofing, etc.
Enrollment: A class of 24 students is enrolled once each year in late August. View the application process and limited enrollment program information under Admission to BSC in the BSC Catalog.
Required placement scores: ACT Math - 15 or higher Reading - 14 or higher COMPASS Math - (pre-algebra) 31 or higher Reading - 64 or higher Students who do not meet the above requirements should arrange an interview with a carpentry instructor.
Background in these areas helpful: • Building trades courses • Basic math • Basic blue print drawing • Basic residential drafting
Industry Standards: Awareness of the following carpentry industry standards may help students determine if they are suited to this career: • Must have the ability to perform close accurate work, communicate effectively with others, present information in a clear concise manner, and follow verbal and written instructions. • Requires good hand and finger dexterity. • Requires continuous walking, frequent standing, bending, stooping, climbing ladders and stairs, kneeling, lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, and carrying long or oversized loads. • Frequently requires working over your head. • Requires continuous use of hand and power tools. • Frequently exposed to noise, dirt, dust, fumes, extreme heat and cold and vibration,
