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Carpentry

A QUICK INTRO

The Carpentry curriculum is designed to train students to construct residential structures using standard building materials and hand and power tools. Carpentry skills and a general knowledge of residential construction will also be taught.

WHAT YOU STUDY

Course work includes footings and foundations, framing, interior and exterior trim, cabinetry, blueprint reading, residential planning and estimating, and other related topics. Students will develop skills through hands-on participation.

WHAT YOU CAN DO

Graduates should qualify for employment in the residential building construction field as rough carpenters, framing carpenters, roofers, maintenance carpenters, and other related job titles.

YOU SHOULD KNOW

In order to make an informed decision about a program of study and future career, please review the non-academic abilities and characteristics required to meet the essential functions of this program: Carpentry Technical Standards.

COURSE INFORMATION

Offered only at Franklin High School and Swain County High School

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PrefixNo.TitleCredit
CAR111Carpentry I8
CAR112Carpentry II8
Totals16
Advisor(s):
Derek Oetting

Derek Oetting

Carpentry Instructor – Swain High School