Carpentry

In just two semesters, the Carpentry Certificate of Applied Science (CAS) teaches the many applications of carpentry within the construction trades industry.

Through a combination of classroom instruction and hands-on training, students will learn fundamental and advanced skills in carpentry, including job safety, rough framing, blueprint reading, and finishing. Program graduates will be prepared to immediately enter the workforce at a strong wage and in an industry actively seeking these highly demanded skills!

Important: This program has limited openings and has been at full capacity in recent years, please apply early and contact Gallatin College for further information if interested.”

Carpentry Students Learn:

The relevance of carpentry within the construction trades.
Technical and non-technical skills necessary for the industry.
Safety rules and regulations in accordance with construction industry standards.
Basic math as required for carpentry.
Construction technology as it applies to site preparation, foundations and rough framing.
Blueprint reading, including symbols, abbreviations and legends.
Applications of common building materials, fasteners and adhesives.
Terminology, definitions and vocabulary regularly used in
construction trades.
Proper use of hand and power tools.
Wooden floor assembly, interior and exterior wall assembly and basic roof systems.
Techniques used for proper placement and curing of concrete.