Carpentry

Watch the videos on theses websites:

• Residential Carpenter (Single-family, Townhome, Condo)
• Commercial Carpenter
• Building Maintenance Worker
• Construction project manager
• Site Forman

YouTube videos related to this program (caution: third-party content):

• Residential Home Construction- Time lapse 

• Carpentry and Masonry

• Drywall & Ceiling Tile Installers
• Floor Sanders and Finishers

Where This Program Can Take You

ENTRY LEVEL
Start a career right after high school with CCCTC experience:

• General Carpenter
• Drywall & Ceiling Tile Installers
• Floor Sanders and Finishers
• Building Maintenance Worker

TECHNICAL LEVEL
Build on CCCTC skills with a 2-year associate degree or trade school:

• Residential Carpenter (Single-family, Townhome, Condo)
• Commercial Carpenter (Office Buildings, Schools, Hospitals)
• Industrial Carpenter (Scaffolding, Concrete Formwork, Civil Projects)
• Construction and Building Inspectors

PROFESSIONAL LEVEL
Combine CCCTC and a 4-year degree to access high-level opportunities:

• Construction project manager
• Site Forman
• Instructor / Teacher

(Confused?  Then try this CAREER SITE)

EARN VALUABLE CERTIFICATIONS 

OUR program is certified
Certification shows that you have the skills and knowledge for your career field.  This adds value to your high school experience by allowing students to have proof of their abilities that would take time and money AFTER they graduate.

•  CCCTC provides OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) training.  Students can obtain their OSHA-10 Certification during their first semester at CCCTC. 
• The Carpentry program is certified by NCCER© (The National Center for Construction Education and Research)  Students can earn their Academic Craft Core Skills Certification (through ABC Cumberland Valley Chapter).

  CAREER ADVANTAGE

Start your career NOW
Work with industry grade technology that our local business partners use every day and become certified by OSHA.  This shows employers you are trained in construction and have the skills the industry is looking for in residential carpentry.  These skills allow the best students to come back as CCCTC interns or find an internship at a local business. 

EARN COLLEGE CREDIT  

Carpentry partners with these schools
Students can earn college credits in this program through our agreements with these colleges:

• Penn College of Technology – TBD
• The Community Colleges of Baltimore County – 6 credits

Contact the college or trade school you plan to attend and find out if you can earn credits or advanced standing at their institution!

COLLEGE ADVANTAGE

Get a jump start on college
Use college level texts to earn college credit while having the training, skills, and experience that most high school graduates do not get until they are well into their college major.  This program gives you the opportunity to practice with industry grade equipment/scaffolding, read blueprints accurately, plan and manage projects, and experience residential carpentry before you go to college.  

• CNC Routers – use computer-controlled equipment to create precise cuts and designs
• Table Saws – make accurate cuts for framing and woodworking projects
• Miter Saws – create precise angled cuts for trim and finish work
• Portable Power Tools – use professional drills, impact drivers, sanders, and saws
• Air Compressors & Pneumatic Tools – operate nail guns and other construction equipment
• Laser Levels & Layout Tools – ensure accuracy during construction projects
• Woodworking Equipment – shape, cut, and finish materials like professional builders
• Framing Tools – construct walls, floors, and structural components
• Scaffolding Systems – safely work at elevated heights on construction projects
• Finish Carpentry Tools – create detailed trim, cabinetry, and interior finishes
• Material Handling Equipment – safely move and prepare building materials

Carpentry

Carpentry provides instruction in techniques used in commercial and residential construction.  The course will include all aspects of construction from vacant lot to the finished product.  Emphasis is placed on the coordination between vendors and other trades people who supply services needed at site for a completed project.  The course also includes estimating prices relating to consumers and trades people, interpreting blueprints, and applied math.

OSHA-10 certification will be offered.

Major Topics

• Floor framing and construction
• Roof framing and construction
• Blueprint reading
• Exterior and interior finishing
• Hand and power tools
• Wall and ceiling framing
• Wood building materials, fasteners, and adhesives

NCCER© (The National Center for Construction Education and Research)
Certification by this agency assures parents and students that the skills we teach are relevant and important in today's job market.  A program's certifications must be renewed  every three years through an onsite evaluation of the program. 

Penn College of Technology and Baltimore Community College
Have an agreement with CCCTC based on the college's requirements for curriculum, faculties, and instructor that are reviewed and renewed periodically to guarantee that students are getting the equivalent instruction at CCCTC that would be expected in class at that institution.  Credits are awarded based on that agreement.

PROFESSIONAL ADVISORY COUNSEL  
In accordance with federal and state regulations, each program is supported by a Professional Advisory Counsel composed of local business leaders and educational institutions. This group convenes periodically to review the program's curriculum and resources, ensuring alignment with current trends in technology and skills. Their guidance helps prepare students for the evolving career demands of the industry.