Carpentry Certificate
Total Program Credits: 17
The Carpentry Certificate 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.
Stackable Degree:
Construction Technology (AAS)
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon 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.
(Fall 2021)
Placement Measures
Program Map for Students
| ARC 104 Introduction to Architecture | Core Course | 3 |
| COT 100 Construction Trade Math | Core Course | 1 |
| COT 106 Carpentry: Rough Carpentry | Core Course | 3 |
| COT 107 ◊ Codes, Specifications and Print Reading | Core Course | 3 |
| Total Semester Credits: | 10 |
Meet with your Academic Advisor to create an academic plan.
Explore stackable certificate(s)/degree(s) |
| ARC 102 OSHA 10-Hour Construction Training | Core Course | 1 |
| COT 206 Carpentry: Finished Carpentry | Core Course | 3 |
| COT 248 ◊ Construction Planning & Scheduling | Core Course | 3 |
| Total Semester Credits: | 7 |
Meet with your Academic Advisor to finalize your academic plan for graduation and register for stackable certificate/degree (option).
Submit graduation petition by deadline (check for the specific date in catalog or syllabus.) |
See ARC course descriptions; COT course descriptions.
Chairperson: Frances Figg, Ext. 3129, email: francesfigg@triton.edu
KEY
(AAS/CERT) |
| General Education |
Communications, Fine Arts, Humanities, Life Science, Mathematics, Physical Science, Social and Behavioral Science (see individual degree requirements). |
| Core Course |
Course(s) listed in a semester the student is required to take. |
| Program Elective |
Course(s) that faculty recommend and are listed in the ‘Program Electives’ section (if any) for this program. |
If intending to transfer, choose courses accepted by your transfer institution. |
| General Elective |
Course(s) chosen by the student, if needed, above and beyond core courses and program electives (if any), to complete the Program Total Credits. |
| ◊ symbol |
This course is articulated. (course transfers to 3 or more Illinois State schools, as an elective or equal course-to-course) |
| # symbol |
This course has a prerequisite. (course(s) student takes prior to taking this course) |