Overview

The Carpentry Program provides training in the manipulative skills necessary to obtain employment in construction/framing and finishing occupations. Students will receive in-depth, "on-the-job" experience through a two-year apprentice training program. Instruction includes all types of wood and metal framing construction; a wide variety of exterior finishing and trim installation; interior trim and finishing; cabinet installation; equipment care and maintenance.

In the Carpentry program, students will develop the technical and academic skills necessary for entry-level construction careers. As juniors, the students work in the on-site lab learning and practicing essential skills needed in this field. As seniors, the students work as a crew completing off-site jobs throughout the community. Students will learn the following in the two-year program:

Study of Construction Materials
General Shop and Construction Site Safety
Hand and Power Tool Care, Maintenance and Safety
Using Leveling Instruments
Laying Out Buildings
Footings and Foundations
Rough Framing
Interior and Exterior Finish
Roof Finish
Insulation
Blueprint Comprehension
Employability Skills
10-Hour Occupational Safety and Health Training (OSHA)

Prerequisites:

Junior standing with no more than six credit deficiencies
Strong math background
Enjoy building and/or designing projects
Good attendance is a plus!

Hocking College Articulation

In addition to being trained as entry-level construction field workers, Grant Career Center students have the opportunity to earn up to 24 credit hours from Hocking College. If students continue their education at Hocking College, they can continue their carpentry studies and receive an Associate Degree of Technical Studies in Carpentry/Construction Management.

Co-curricular Activities

Field Trips
Off-Campus Projects
Community Service Opportunities
Early Placement
Scholarship Opportunities

Student Organization

SkillsUSA
The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER)

Leadership Development
Professional Development
Civic Activities
Community Service Opportunities
Local, Regional, State, and National Competitions