Carpentry Certificate

Pathway:

Carpentry

Certificate Type:

Basic

Curriculum Code:

ARC.CPT.CERT (C446G)

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:

1. Identify safety hazards on construction sites.
2. Interpret drawings and specifications for construction projects.
3. Identify the Business processes needed in the Construction Field.
4. Perform math calculations necessary for the Construction Industry.
5. Build the rough framework of a residential project.
6. Apply finish materials to the rough framework of a residential project.

(Reviewed Fall 2023)

Placement Measures

Program Map for Students

Semester One: Fall
Course	Category	Credits
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
Next Steps	Meet with your Academic Advisor to create an academic plan. Explore stackable certificate(s)/degree(s)

Semester Two: Spring
Course	Category	Credits
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
Next Steps	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: [e-mail]

 

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)