Carpentry

Program Description

The Carpentry program provides the following training and experience. Students learn how to:

• Use hand and power tools safely.


• Read blueprints and lay out and cut wood to specifications.


• Erect, install and repair structures and fixtures using hand and power tools.


• Identify construction materials.


• Use common systems of framing.


• Use finish carpentry techniques

Careers in the Carpentry Field

• Carpenters


• Construction Carpenters


• Helpers - Carpenters


• Rough Carpenters

Articulation Agreements

Students who meet all the requirements of the Tech Prep Program will receive credit and admission preference into these Post Secondary Programs:

• Triangle Tech

Certifications

Students in the Carpentry program are eligible for:

• Pennsylvania Skills Certificate


• Master Shingle Applicator


• NAHB Certification

Clubs/Organizations