Construction: Carpentry
Statewide Program of Study
The Carpentry program of study explores the occupations and educational opportunities related to constructing, installing, or repairing structures and fixtures made of wood, such as concrete forms (including frameworks, partitions, joists, studding, rafters, and stairways).
This program of study may also include exploration into installing, dismantling, or moving machinery and heavy equipment according to layout plans, blueprints, or other drawings.
This Program of Study is in our
Construction: Carpentry
This cluster focuses on designing, planning, managing, building, and maintaining the built environment. Principles of Architecture provides an overview to the various fields of architecture, interior design, and construction management.
Pathway Courses
Below are the classes that are taken in this pathway.
Having an asterisk * by the course name represents it being an advanced course.
Level 1
Principles of Construction
Level 2
Construction Technology I
Level 3
Construction Technology*
Level 4
Practicum in Construction Technology*
Expanded Learning Opportunities
Learning beyond the walls of the classroom is extremely important to making sure you are college and career ready. See what we offer for this pathway.
Exploration Activities
Shadow a carpenter or millwright
Participate in SkillsUSA
Work-Based Learning Activities
Obtain an NCCER certification in Millwright Level 1 or Carpentry Level 1
Industry-Based Certifications
NCCER Core Level 2
NCCER Carpentry Level 3
NCCER Carpentry Level 4
Postsecondary Opportunities
Explore what degrees that will continue your learning past high school.
Aligned Occupations
Below are potential careers that are aligned with this pathway. Review their salaries and job trends.
Carpenters
$35,922
Median Wage
5,031
Annual Openings
26%
Growth
Cost Estimators
$63,939
Median Wage
2,239
Annual Openings
21%
Growth