INDT 1133 - Carpentry

3 Credits

Carpentry provides students with the knowledge and hands-on experience needed to build and repair wood-framed residential structures. The course emphasizes safe work practices, tool identification and use, measurement and layout, blueprint interpretation, and construction techniques for floors, walls, roofs, doors, and windows. Students learn to select appropriate materials, apply building codes, and follow project specifications from foundation to finish. Through classroom instruction and practical lab activities, students develop technical skills, accuracy, and craftsmanship while gaining an understanding of teamwork, problem-solving, and career
opportunities within the carpentry and construction trades.

Course Level Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Demonstrate safe work practices in accordance with OSHA and industry standards, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and safe operation of hand and power tools.(PLO 1)
Identify and properly use carpentry tools, materials, and fasteners commonly used in construction.(PLO2)
Interpret and apply construction blueprints to complete framing and finishing tasks.(PLO 4)
Measure, mark, and cut lumber and other materials accurately using industry-standard methods and tools.(PLO 2, 4)
Construct basic framing components according to specifications and tolerances.(PLO 2, 4)
Complete a residential carpentry project that showcases proficiency in layout, framing, assembly, and finishing techniques.(PLO 5)