Course Catalog - Carpentry

Carpentry

Business & Industry Endorsement

PR: Prerequisite   |   CR: Credit for Course   |   SEM: Semesters   |   LC: Local Credit

(It is recommended students follow the program of study sequence level 1-4 as outlined by TEA.)

Level 1: Principles of Construction #8099

Principles of Construction is intended to provide an introduction and lay a solid foundation for those students entering the construction or craft skilled areas. The course provides a strong knowledge of construction safety, construction mathematics, and common hand and power tools.

SEM: 2 CR: 1

Level 2: Construction Science - (Principles of Architecture )  #8139

Principles of Architecture provides an overview to the various fields of architecture, interior design, and construction management. Classroom studies include topics such as safety, work ethics, communication, information technology applications, systems, health, environment, leadership, teamwork, ethical and legal responsibility, employability, and career development and include skills such as problem solving, critical thinking, and reading technical drawings

SEM: 2 CR: 1

Level 3: Construction Technology I #8111

Level 3: Construction Technology I D #8181

Students are introduced to safety, tool usage, building materials, codes, and framing. Students will develop an understanding of the various educational requirements and career opportunities in construction management, architecture, or engineering.

SEM: 2 CR: 2

Level 4: Construction Technology II #8112

Level 4: Construction Technology II ADV #8112ADV (2028+ Graduates ONLY)

Level 4: Construction Technology II D #8187

In addition to skills learned in Construction Technology, students acquire exterior and interior finish out skills. Students gain advanced knowledge and skills specific to those needed to enter the workforce as carpenters, building maintenance technicians, or supervisors or prepare for a postsecondary degree in construction management, architecture, or engineering.

PR: Construction Technology I

SEM: 2 CR: 2

Level 4: Practicum in Construction Technology

In Practicum in Construction Technology, students will be challenged with the application of knowledge and skills gained in previous construction-related coursework. In many cases students will be allowed to work at a job (paid or unpaid) outside of school or be involved in local projects the school has approved for this class.

PR: Construction Technology II, Building Maintenance Technology II; Electrical Technology II; Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) and Refrigeration Technology II; Plumbing Technology I; or Mill and Cabinetmaking Technology.

SEM: 2 CR: 2