Presents an introduction to carpentry, with emphasis on residential construction. Covers safety on the job, appropriate use of power tools, basic construction techniques, an introduction to working drawings, and the team approach to residential building. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 4 hours. Total 7 hours per week.
GENERAL COURSE PURPOSE
Purpose is to introduce the student to the general concepts of residential construction.
ENTRY LEVEL COMPETENCIES
Ability to work with whole numbers, common fractions, and measurement; read basic construction text; use basic verbal communication skills; and do basic problem solving.
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
A. Introduction to the principles and terms of carpentry
B. Introduction to general safety on the job
C. Basic knowledge of power tools, and proper use
D. Basic construction techniques, lumber and nail types
E. Introduction to working drawings