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Course Description

This course teaches students the basics of carpentry: safety, hand and power tools, carpentry math, and hands-on experience. The class utilizes the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) training format. Designed for the beginning student, you’ll learn about critical safety components, the use of hand and power tools, and basic blueprint reading. Whether you want to get a job in construction, remodel existing projects, or simply be more confident in-home projects, this course is for you. Learn more at www.nccer.org. The successful completion of this class is required to take further construction courses.

Course Outline

-- Basic Safety (Module 00101)

-- Construction Math (Module 00102)

-- Introduction to Hand Tools (Module00103)

-- Introduction to Power Tools (Module 00104)

-- Introduction to Construction Drawings (00105)

-- OSHA 10 Certification -- Learn OSHA 10 safety information including hazard recognition, fall prevention and protection, personal protective equipment, and safe working procedures.

Learner Outcomes

-- Learn OSHA 10 safety information including hazard recognition, fall prevention and protection, personal protective equipment, and safe working       procedures.

-- Understand basic hand and power tool use including safety, maintenance, and procedures.

-- Recognize and interpret basic construction drawing terms, components, and symbols.

-- Utilize acquired knowledge to complete in-class projects.

Notes

Method of Instruction: Classroom instruction and hands-on projects.

Evaluation: Students will have Informal evaluation as well as hands-on competency testing.

Prerequisites

None
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Section Title
Introduction to Carpentry
FIS ID
341917
Type
Discussion / Lecture
Days
Th, T
Time
6:00PM to 10:00PM
Dates
May 15, 2025 to May 20, 2025
Type
Discussion / Lecture
Days
T, Th
Time
6:00PM to 10:00PM
Dates
Jun 03, 2025 to Jun 12, 2025
Type
Discussion / Lecture
Days
T, Th
Time
6:00PM to 10:00PM
Dates
Jun 24, 2025 to Jul 01, 2025
Type
Discussion / Lecture
Days
T, Th
Time
6:00PM to 10:00PM
Dates
Jul 08, 2025 to Aug 05, 2025
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
72.0
Location
  • Harper Campus / CPCC
Delivery Options
Course Fee(s)
Reg fee greater than 50 hours non-credit $180.00
Additional Fee(s)
Accident Insurance $1.60 Mandatory
CAPS Fee $12.00 Mandatory
Lab Fee $27.00 Mandatory
TECH Fee $5.00 Mandatory
Drop Request Deadline
May 08, 2025
Transfer Request Deadline
May 08, 2025
Instructors
  • James Shepherd
Section Notes
Closed-toe shoes are required in all lab environments. Class will be taught using the NCCER curriculum. Students will earn the NCCER Core certificate.
Section Title
Introduction to Carpentry
FIS ID
341919
Type
Discussion / Lecture
Days
M, W
Time
6:00PM to 10:00PM
Dates
Jun 02, 2025 to Jun 11, 2025
Type
Discussion / Lecture
Days
M, W
Time
6:00PM to 10:00PM
Dates
Jun 23, 2025 to Jun 30, 2025
Type
Discussion / Lecture
Days
M, W
Time
6:00PM to 10:00PM
Dates
Jul 07, 2025 to Aug 06, 2025
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
68.0
Location
  • Harper Campus / CPCC
Delivery Options
Course Fee(s)
Reg fee greater than 50 hours non-credit $180.00
Additional Fee(s)
Accident Insurance $1.60 Mandatory
CAPS Fee $12.00 Mandatory
Lab Fee $27.00 Mandatory
TECH Fee $5.00 Mandatory
Drop Request Deadline
May 26, 2025
Transfer Request Deadline
May 26, 2025
Instructors
  • James Shepherd
Section Notes

Closed-toe shoes are required in all lab environments. Class will be taught using the NCCER curriculum. Students will earn the NCCER Core certificate.

 

Section Title
Introduction to Carpentry
FIS ID
344888
Type
Discussion / Lecture
Days
T, Th
Time
6:00PM to 10:00PM
Dates
Jun 10, 2025 to Jul 01, 2025
Type
Discussion / Lecture
Days
T, Th
Time
6:00PM to 10:00PM
Dates
Jul 08, 2025 to Aug 07, 2025
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
68.0
Location
  • Levine Campus / CPCC
Delivery Options
Course Fee(s)
Reg fee greater than 50 hours non-credit $180.00
Additional Fee(s)
Accident Insurance $1.60 Mandatory
CAPS Fee $12.00 Mandatory
Lab Fee $27.00 Mandatory
TECH Fee $5.00 Mandatory
Drop Request Deadline
Jun 03, 2025
Transfer Request Deadline
Jun 03, 2025
Instructors
  • Michael Lewis
  • David Mooney
Section Notes
Closed-toe shoes are required in all lab environments.
Section Title
Introduction to Carpentry
FIS ID
345518
Type
Discussion / Lecture
Days
M, W
Time
6:00PM to 10:00PM
Dates
Aug 18, 2025 to Aug 27, 2025
Type
Discussion / Lecture
Days
W, M
Time
6:00PM to 10:00PM
Dates
Sep 03, 2025 to Oct 20, 2025
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
72.0
Location
  • Harper Campus / CPCC
Delivery Options
Course Fee(s)
Reg fee greater than 50 hours non-credit $180.00
Additional Fee(s)
Accident Insurance $1.60 Mandatory
CAPS Fee $12.00 Mandatory
Lab Fee $27.00 Mandatory
TECH Fee $5.00 Mandatory
Drop Request Deadline
Aug 11, 2025
Transfer Request Deadline
Aug 11, 2025
Section Title
Introduction to Carpentry
FIS ID
345486
Type
Discussion / Lecture
Days
T, Th
Time
6:00PM to 10:00PM
Dates
Aug 19, 2025 to Aug 28, 2025
Type
Discussion / Lecture
Days
Th, T
Time
6:00PM to 10:00PM
Dates
Sep 04, 2025 to Oct 16, 2025
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
68.0
Location
  • Levine Campus / CPCC
Delivery Options
Course Fee(s)
Reg fee greater than 50 hours non-credit $180.00
Additional Fee(s)
Accident Insurance $1.60 Mandatory
CAPS Fee $12.00 Mandatory
Lab Fee $27.00 Mandatory
TECH Fee $5.00 Mandatory
Drop Request Deadline
Aug 12, 2025
Transfer Request Deadline
Aug 12, 2025
Section Notes
Students should create their CPCC username and password prior to the first day of class. Textbook required. Closed-toe shoes are required in all lab environments.
Section Title
Introduction to Carpentry
FIS ID
345689
Type
Discussion / Lecture
Days
T, Th
Time
6:00PM to 10:00PM
Dates
Aug 19, 2025 to Aug 28, 2025
Type
Discussion / Lecture
Days
Th, T
Time
6:00PM to 10:00PM
Dates
Sep 04, 2025 to Oct 21, 2025
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
72.0
Location
  • Harper Campus / CPCC
Delivery Options
Course Fee(s)
Reg fee greater than 50 hours non-credit $180.00
Additional Fee(s)
Accident Insurance $1.60 Mandatory
CAPS Fee $12.00 Mandatory
Lab Fee $27.00 Mandatory
TECH Fee $5.00 Mandatory
Drop Request Deadline
Aug 12, 2025
Transfer Request Deadline
Aug 12, 2025
Section Notes
Students need to create their CPCC username and password prior to the first day of class. The textbook is required. Closed-toe shoes must be worn in all lab environments.
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