Carpentry Courses in NE (CNST)
CNST 1000 CONSTRUCTION SAFETY (1)
This course is designed to teach students the purpose of OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) and the regulations they have set. In this course, emphasis is placed on safety in the construction field. Students will learn about the Focus 4: Falls, Struck by, Caught in Between, and Electrocution. Students will also learn how to safely deal with the dangerous hazards we come across daily in the construction industry. Upon successful completion, students will earn their 10 hour OSHA Certification.
CNST 1010 FUNDAMENTALS OF CARPENTRY (3)
This course covers the basics of measurement and computation, the use and care of hand and power tools that are commonly found on a carpenter’s jobsite. Students will also learn and practice safety procedures and building codes. Students will study and use common building materials found in residential construction. (Previously known as CPT 100)
CNST 1020 CONSTRUCTION THEORY (3)
In this course students will be introduced to residential construction. Students will learn the materials needed to construct a residential home. Students will be able to estimate materials and cost of a project. During this course students will study and understand the stages of residential home construction. (Previously known as CPT 201)
CNST 1030 BLUEPRINT READING (3)
This course teaches how to interpret blueprints and trade specifications of common building trades. Students will become familiar with architectural symbols for the carpentry, electrical, plumbing and HVAC fields. Students will also become familiar with local building codes and requirements. (Previously known as CPT 102)
CNST 1040 PRACTICAL CARPENTRY I (3)
In this course emphasis is placed on the beginning stages of residential construction. Students will learn about building site preparation and laying out building and lot lines. Students will also study the different types of residential building foundations and concrete flat work. This course will cover the construction of a residential floor system. (Previously known as CPT 106)
CNST 1050 FRAMING AND EXTERIOR FINISHING (3)
In this course emphasis is placed on the layout and framing of wall and roof systems. Students will study the materials use in common building practice of residential wall and roof framing. Students will learn how to layout a wall frame as well as frame in window and door openings. Students will also learn about trusses in residential construction and how they are set. (Previously known as CPT 108)
CNST 1070 PRACTICAL CARPENTRY II (3)
In this course students will learn how to properly install doors and windows in a residential building. Students will also study the different types and application of exterior siding commonly used in residential construction. This course will also cover residential roofing and the application of asphalt shingles, sheet steel and wood shingle roofing materials. (Previously known as CPT 203) *It is strongly recommended to take CNST 1040 before CNST 1070.
CNST 1080 PRACTICAL CARPENTRY III (3)
Students will learn the multiple types of rafter construction and rafter layout. Students will study steel framing in the residential and commercial setting. This course will also cover stairs, deck/patio, balcony, dormer, and other special framing systems. (Previously known as CPT 209) *It is strongly recommended to take CNST 1040 before CNST 1080.
CNST 1090 INTERIOR FINISHING (3)
This course will cover the drywall application and finishing as well as wall coverings and coatings. Students will learn about the different types of flooring such as carpet, hardwood, tile, and laminate flooring. Students will also learn about interior trim styles and their application to windows, doors, and base trim. (Previously known as CPT 211)
CNST 2900 SPECIAL TOPICS (1-3)
(Previously known as CPT 290)
CNST 2990 INTERNSHIP (1-4)
(Previously known as CPT 299)