Carpentry
Carpentry Course Listing
Carpentry majors get jobs such as: carpentry assistants, carpentry apprentices, and building supply sales and service clerks. With advanced education, students may become a licensed carpenter, draftsperson, architect assistant, architect, builder, or cost estimator.
Carpentry 1 609182CD
Grades 10 – 12
2 units
Prerequisite: None
This course introduces students to the skills involved in performing basic carpentry tasks. Emphasis is placed on learning shop safety procedures, using math skills, and learning the safe and proper use of hand and power tools used in the construction industry.
Carpentry 2 609282CD
Grades 11 – 12
2 units
Prerequisite: Carpentry 1
This course continues the study of carpentry principles and applies them to the completion of construction projects, such as storage sheds, model house construction, and various community projects.
Carpentry 3 609382CD
Grades 11 – 12
2 units
Prerequisite: Carpentry 2 and teacher recommendation
Students who have successfully completed the Level 1 and Level 2 courses have the option of registering for Level 3 with the recommendation of the teacher. Curriculum continues beyond level 2. Students enrolled will complete an internship. Dependable means of transportation to and from the assigned internship sites are required.
Carpentry 4 609482CD
Grade 12
2 units
Prerequisite: Carpentry 3 and teacher recommendation
Students who have successfully completed the Level 3 course have the option of registering for Level 4 with the recommendation of the teacher. Curriculum continues beyond level 3. Students enrolled will complete an internship. Dependable means of transportation to and from the assigned internship sites are required.
Architecture & Construction Internship, WBC 569082CD
Grade 12
2 units
Prerequisite: Carpentry 4 and teacher recommendation
Students who have successfully completed the Level 4 course have the option of registering for the internship course with the recommendation of the teacher. Students enrolled will complete an internship. Dependable means of transportation to and from the assigned internship sites are required.