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CARPENTRY- TECHNICAL DIPLOMA
Program Code: 314101
The Carpentry program prepares students with the fundamental skills and hands-on experience to embark on a carpentry career. Carpentry classes and curriculum cover residential and commercial construction and include planning and estimating, framing, roof and stair building techniques, finish carpentry, blueprint reading, building codes, using hand and portable power tools and other equipment common in the carpentry profession and other related subjects. All credits from this program transfer to the Construction Management- Carpentry associate degree.
Delivery
Day Full-time
Explore Locations
This program is offered at:
Green Bay
Program Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition: $ 5,549, Books: $ 631, Supplies: $ 350 Total Approximate Costs $ 6,530
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This program is fully eligible for financial aid.
Estimates based on in-state residency. Please visit the following URL to learn more about tuition and fees for this program. https:// www. nwtc. edu / admissions-and-aid / paying-for-college / tuition-and-fees? ProgramCode = 314101
Requirements for Program Entry
Apply at www. nwtc. edu / apply. Submit the following to transcripts @ nwtc. edu: High school transcript( or GED / HSED transcript). College transcript. If your cumulative GPA is below 2.6, complete or submit a placement evaluation.
Tip! Our admission advisors will assist you through every step. Have questions? Connect with NWTC Admissions at start @ nwtc. edu or 920-498- 5444.
Curriculum
Students following the study plan below will complete the Carpentry technical diploma in the number of semesters shown.
First Semester 8 Week 1
10410110- Const Blueprint Reading 1 1 10890101- College 101 1 10410104- Floor Framing Systems 3 10410105- Wall Framing Systems 3 31804304- Vocational Math A 1
8 Week 2 10449112- OSHA 30 1 10410108- Building Codes- Carpentry 1 10410106- Roof & Ceiling Framing Systems 3
Semester Total 14
Second Semester 8 Week 1
10410112- Exterior Building Finishes 3 10410113- Interior Building Finishes 3 10410111- Const Blueprint Reading 2 2
8 Week 2 10410115- Carpentry Internship 1 10410114- Stairs & Cabinets 3 10410109- Carpentry Estimating 2 10410120- Energy Saving Building Science 1
Semester Total 15
Total Credits 29
Curriculum Note: The credit for 10-890-101 is an Institutional Requirement for graduation. Consequently, it is not part of the program credit requirements, but must be passed with a C or better.
Program Outcomes
Display a positive attitude toward the profession. Perform general carpentry skills. Identify, select, and supervise application of construction materials. Read and interpret drawings and specifications. Interpret and apply codes, regulations, and contract documents. Select and maintain construction site tools and equipment. Interpret basic designs and apply sound construction principles. Estimate take off quantities and materials and labor necessary to complete a building project. Use hand and power tools safely and efficiently. Work diligently and productively. Work as a productive team member. Apply required safety standards in construction.
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