Carpentry (CIP 46.0201)
The Carpentry Program is an instructional program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to lay out, fabricate, erect, install, and repair structures and fixtures using power tools. This program includes instruction in common systems of framing, construction materials, estimating, blueprint reading, and finish carpentry techniques. The program is designed to provide students with a combination of classroom theory and hands-on building experience in residential, commercial, and industrial construction trades. The program consists of a list of PDE-required tasks and additional local or value-added tasks.
PROGRAM CONCENTRATIONS:
Ability to use Hand and Power Woodworking Tools
Blueprint Reading
Exterior Finishes (Siding)
Interior Finishes (Drywall, Trim, Drop Ceiling, etc.)
Residential & Commercial Construction Framing
Roofing Installations
COOPERATIVE EDUCATION ELIGIBLE: Yes
MEDIAN SALARY (Via O*NET OnLine):
Cabinet Makers $43,260
Carpenter $56.350
Construction Laborers $45,300
Finishers $47,760
COLLEGE CREDIT OPPORTUNITIES:
1 to 1 Agreements:
St. Francis Worldwide
SOAR:
PROGRAM SYLLABUS - Syllabus Link
PROGRAM TASK LIST - Task List Link
CAREER OPTIONS:
Assembler
Cabinet & Trim Installer
Carpenter
Carpentry Apprentice
Carpentry Assistant
Door Installer
Finish Carpenter
Framer
House Repairer
Layout Worker
Maintenance Carpenter
Woodworker
CERTIFICATIONS:
SP2 Safety Certification
OSHA 10-Hour Certification
Pennsylvania Skills Certification (NOCTI)