8109: Foundations of Wood Technology (1 credit PAR, Gr. 9-11)

This fundamental course stresses the development of tools, machine safety, and skills. Students will gain knowledge in the safe use of hand and power tools, machines, career exploration, project planning, problem-solving, and applied math and science. Students will have an understanding for the awareness of industry employment expectations, job outlooks, and educational requirements. This is a project-oriented course in wood working where students will be assigned to construct medium sized project. Students will be required to have safety glasses and 3-ring binder.

8118: Advanced Woods (2 credits PAR, Gr. 10-12)

Prerequisite: Foundations of Wood Technology

This advanced course will reinforce students’ skills and knowledge related to carpentry and cabinetmaking. Topics covered in the course include: care and safe usage of equipment and machines; materials; fasteners; hand and power tools; and fabrication based on blueprints. This course gives students additional skills and knowledge typically required for apprentice carpenters.

8250: Construction Trades I (4 credits PAR, Gr. 11-12)

Prerequisite: Advanced Woods

This half day course provides students the opportunity to extend their skills and knowledge related to residential and commercial carpentry. Topics covered in the course include: installation and trim of windows and doors; installation and repair of gypsum wallboard; advanced site layout; exterior and interior finish work; and thermal and moisture protection. This course gives students a substantial skill and knowledge foundation typically required for apprentice carpenters.

8252: Construction Trades II (4 credits PAR, Gr. 12)

Prerequisite: Construction Trades I

This second level, half day course provides students additional opportunities to refine their skills and knowledge related to residential and commercial carpentry. Topics covered in the course include: installation and trim of windows and doors; installation and repair of gypsum wallboard; advanced site layout; exterior and interior finish work; and thermal and moisture protection.This course gives students a substantial skill and knowledge foundation typically required for apprentice carpenters.