Carpenters construct, erect, install, and repair structures and fixtures made from wood and other materials. Carpenters are involved in everything from the building of highways, bridges, homes, and apartments, to the many residential tasks such as the installation of kitchen cabinets, windows, partitions, and doors. Because carpenters are exposed to the entire construction process, they have more opportunities than most other construction workers to become construction supervisors.
Courses
CRP-301 Intro to Carpentry, Part 1 (4.8 CEUs)
This is the first level of the NCCER curriculum for carpentry students. Topics include an orientation to the trade, basic safety, building materials, fasteners, and adhesives; hand
and power tool usage, and blueprint reading.
Materials: "NCCER Level 1 Carpentry" textbook, basic tools, and a calculator are required.
Prerequisite: OCU-463 or OCU-410
Note: Due to scheduling, the required OCU-410 Introductory Craft Skills (Core) may be completed concurrently.
CRP-302 Intro to Carpentry, Part 2 (4.8 CEUs)
This course continues the NCCER Level 1 curriculum for carpentry students. Topics include floor systems, framing walls and ceilings, and an introduction to concrete and reinforcing materials.
Materials: "NCCER Level 1 Carpentry" textbook, basic tools, and a calculator are required.
Prerequisite: CRP-301
CRP-307 Carpentry: Level 1, Part 3 (5.7 CEUs)
This is the third course in the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Level 1 carpentry curriculum. Topics include ceiling joist, roof framing, and basic stairs layout.
Materials: "NCCER Level 1 Carpentry" textbook, basic tools, and a calculator are required.
Prerequisite: CRP-302
CRP-320 Carpentry: Level 2, Part 1 (8.10 CEUs)
This course provides the first part of the second level of training of the National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER) curriculum in carpentry. Students gain an understanding of commercial drawings and specifications for use in carpentry. They acquire the skills and knowledge needed to install cold-formed steel framing, exterior finishing, thermal and moisture protection, roofing, doors and door hardware, drywall, suspended ceilings, cabinets, and trims. Textbook: basic tools, and calculator required. Prerequisite: CRP-307.
Materials: "NCCER Level 2 Carpentry" textbook, basic tools, and a calculator are required.
Prerequisite: CRP-307
CRP-321 Carpentry: Level 2, Part 2 (8.40 CEUs)
This course provides the second part of the level 2 training of the National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER) curriculum in carpentry. Students gain an understanding of commercial drawings and specifications for use in carpentry. They acquire the skills and knowledge needed to install cold-formed steel framing, exterior finishing, thermal and moisture protection, roofing, doors and door hardware, drywall, suspended ceilings, cabinets, and trims.
Successful completion of the course earns students the NCCER Carpentry Level 2 credential.
Materials: "NCCER Level 2 Carpentry" textbook, basic tools, and a calculator are required.
Prerequisite: CRP-320
Online Registration
Visit Owl Link to register online. For more details, see our schedule of classes or call 301-545-0964.
In-Person Registration
Visit Bladen Hall, Room 126, located on our main Largo campus. You can also register at our additional sites.
Contact Information
Bree Cosh
Program Coordinator
Technology, Engineering, and Construction Department
301-546-8514 | coshba@pgcc.edu