Carpentry Certificate

Curriculum ARC.CPT.CERT (C446G)

The Carpentry certificated is designed for students who wish to concentrate solely on hands-on construction skills. Graduates are prepared for entry-level carpentry positions in a residential setting.

PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES:

At the successful completion of the Carpentry Certificate, the graduate will be able to:

• identify safety hazards on construction sites;
• interpret drawings and specifications for construction projects;
• navigate modern codes to find project requirements;
• utilize appropriate forms in the construction, permit application and payout processes;
• build the rough framework of a residential project; and
• apply finish materials to the rough framework of a residential project.

Semester One (Fall)
Course	Category	Credits
ARC 104 Introduction to Architecture		3 credits
COT 106 Carpentry: Rough Carpentry		3 credits
COT 107 ◊ Codes, Specifications and Print Reading		3 credits
	Total Semester Credits:	9

Semester Two (Spring)
Course	Category	Credits
ARC 102 OSHA 10-Hour Construction Training		1 credit
COT 142 ◊ Construction Contract Documents		3 credits
COT 206 Carpentry: Finished Carpentry		3 credits
	Total Semester Credits:	7

Total Credit Hours: 16

See ARC course descriptions; COT course descriptions.

Coordinator: Frances Figg, Ext. 3129, email: [e-mail]

Gainful Employment

The information provided in the link below is available to assist students in making informed choices about their education and career. 

https://www.triton.edu/GE_Certificates/CarpentryCertificate/46.0201-Gedt.html

For more information about Gainful Employment, visit the Triton College Financial Aid Office, located in the Student Center Building, Room B-160, or send an email to: [e-mail].