General Catalog 2026-2027

Carpentry Diploma

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The Carpentry Diploma program is a sequence of courses that prepares students for careers in the carpentry industry. Learning opportunities develop academic, occupational, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of carpentry theory and practical application necessary for successful employment. Program graduates receive a carpentry diploma and have the qualifications of an entry-level residential carpenter or entry-level commercial carpenter.

Diploma Requirements

Basic Skills (General Core) Courses- Area I

Language Arts/Communication

ENGL-1010Fundamentals of English I

3

Basic Skills (General Core) Courses- Area II

Social/Behavioral Sciences

PSYC-1010Basic Psychology

3

Basic Skills (General Core) Courses Area III

Natural Sciences/Mathematics

MATH-1012Foundations of Mathematics

3

-
or

MATH-1005Applied Technical Mathematics

3

Occupational Courses

COFC-1011Overview of Building Construction Practices and Materials

3

COFC-1020Professional Tool Use and Safety

3

COFC-1050Construction Print Reading Fundamentals

3

CARP-1105Floor Wall and Stair Framing

4

CARP-1110Ceiling and Roof Framing

4

CARP-1112Exterior Finishes and Roof Coverings

4

CARP-1114Interior Finishes

4

Choose One of the Following

CARP-1070Site Layout Footings and Foundations

3

CARP-1320Site Development, Concrete Forming, and Rigging and Reinforcing

4

Suggested Guided Electives

Choose One Course (Minimum 3 Credit Hours)

COMP-1000Introduction to Computer Literacy

3

COMP-1500Information Literacy and Communication Skills for the Workplace

3

MGMT-1100Principles of Management

3

WELD-1000Introduction to Welding Technology

4

Complete One of the Following Specializations

Residential Specialization

CARP-1190Advanced Residential Finishes and Decks

3

CARP-1340 Carpentry Internship / Practicum

3

-
or

CMTT-1120Construction Planning Scheduling and Contracts

3

Commercial Specialization

CARP-1310Doors and Door Hardware

2

CARP-1340 Carpentry Internship / Practicum

3

-
or

CMTT-1120Construction Planning Scheduling and Contracts

3

Total Credit Hours: 41-44