Carpentry/Building Construction Program


Instructor: James Conners

Students in the Carpentry/Building Construction Program develop the skills necessary for construction or remodeling of residential building.

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Provides students the opportunity to . . .

• plan and construct a wide range of projects in the school and in the community.
• work on-site constructing a residential dwelling.
• develop skills needed for the proper and safe use of hand and power tools.
• work with a wide variety of building materials and their appropriate selection and application for specific jobs.
• secure paid employment and a headstart
on a career while in high school through
work experience opportunities.

Career Opportunities . . .

Rough Carpenter
Siding Installer
Roofer
Insulation Worker
Drywall Installer & Finisher
Remodeling Contractor
General Contractor – New Construction
Finish Carpenter
Cement Finisher
Cabinetmaker
Millworker

Course Topics . . .

• Safety
• Hand & Power Tools
• Scaffolds & Ladders
• Blueprint Specs. & Codes
• Sitework
• Footings, Foundations & Forms
• Framing the Floor
• Framing the Walls
• Framing the Ceiling & Roof
• Installing Roof Coverings
• Exterior Finish
• Insulation & Moisture Control
• Interior Finish & Stairs

 

Students enrolling in the Carpentry / Building Construction Program
should . . .

• have the ability to read, understand and interpret specifications and blueprints.
• demonstrate precise measuring ability.
• be able to read and comprehend written and verbal directions.
• have the physical tolerance for chemical fumes, wood dust, solvents and other pollutants.
• be able to work in confining spaces, in all types of weather, performing multiple tasks
• have the ability to work without supervision in a team setting.
• have good eye-hand coordination.
• be physically fit with the ability to lift 80 lbs.
• demonstrate good attendance.
• demonstrate ability to attain craftsmanship.
• have the ability to comprehend and demonstrate industry safety standards.
• have a reading lexile measure between 930 to 1330.

Partnership Programs include . . .

Up to 3 college credits from Central Maine Community College (CMCC).

Students are required to purchase . . .

Coveralls
Work boots
Tool belt & specific tools
Total estimated cost: $150.00

Graduation Credits . . .

High school credits awarded for successful completion of junior and senior year program.

Junior year – 3 blocks / alternating days
- 36 weeks – 3 credits
Senior year – 3 blocks / alternating days
- 36 weeks – 3 credits
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