Carpentry Occupations
Associate in Applied Science
Modes of Instruction
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This program allows students to understand and explore the many facets of work encompassed by the carpentry profession. Beginning with safety and an understanding of materials and tools, the students learn the development of plans from site and layout work through the construction of footings, foundations, floors, walls, roofs, ceilings, and finish work. The complex world of construction operations and scheduling is examined in detail through the various courses of study. This degree is designed to help students prepare for a career in the building trades as a carpenter. This profession is in high demand and pays well.
Program Details
CSTR_0500_DEGR
Program Student Learning Outcomes
- Perform work assignments with optimum safety procedures and demonstrate safe work practices that reflect OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory agencies.
- Demonstrate the construction knowledge that enables the carpenter to construct the framework of various buildings.
- Demonstrate the skills necessary to construct the building envelope of various structures.
- Demonstrate the skills necessary to construct building foundations and site work involved in construction.
- Demonstrate the skills needed in finish carpentry work.
Faculty

Peter Donnelly
Professor of Construction OccupationsContact Us
Peter Donnelly
Professor of Construction Occupations
Phone | 618-545-3407
Location | Centralia
Office | Crisp Technology Center, CRP 112B
Admissions
Phone | 618-545-3040
Fax | 618-545-3393
Location | Main Campus
Office | Health and Business, HB 100