Introduction to Construction Carpentry
CAR 126/127
This course emphasizes the types, grades, sizes and standards of building materials including the types of fastners and their correct uses. Students will also learn to correctly utilize and maintain commonly used hand and power tools. Safety in the lab and on the job site is stressed.
Floor and Wall Framing
CAR 190/191
The student will practice floor framing, layout and construction of floor frames. Cutting and installing floor and wall framing members according to plans and specifications will also be practiced.
Site Layout and Foundations
CAR 140/141
Students will prepare materials, calculate the cost for a building site and layout a site with a transit, locating property lines and corners. Students calculate the amount of concrete needed for footing and foundation walls and construct different types of foundations and forms.
Exterior and Interior Finish
CAR 200/201
This course presents basic concepts of building trim, gypsum wallboard, paneling, base, ceiling and wall molding with instruciton on acoustical ceilings and insulation, wood floors, tile, inlaid adhesive and tools of the flooring trade. This course continues to refine the techniques and skills taught in previous carpentry courses. Cost control, speed and precision are emphasized. Students will perfect the skills associated with the exterior finishing of a house.