Course outline
Introduction to Carpentry
Safety Basics: Personal
Protective Equipment (PPE),
Hazard Identification
Introduction to Tools: Hand
Tools, Power Tool
Squaring Techniques
Basic Carpentry Skills
Wood Selection and
Identification
Cutting Techniques: Sawing,
Chiseling, Planing
Joinery Basics: Nails, Screws,
Glue
Framing and Structural Work
Stud Wall Framing: Layout,
Assembly, and Installation
Roof Framing: Rafter Layout and
Assembl
Floor Framing: Joist Layout and
Installation
Exterior Finishing
Siding Installation Techniques
Window and
Door Installation
Roofing Basics: Shingling,
Flashing
Interior
Finishing
Drywall Installation and
Finishing
Trim Carpentry: Baseboards,
Crown Molding,
Casing
Cabinetry Installation
Advanced Techniques
Advanced Joinery: Dovetail
Joints,
Mortise and Tenon
Custom Woodworking: Furniture
Building,
Specialty Projects
Safety and Job Site Management
Ongoing Safety Practices
Job Site Organization and
Cleanliness
Practical Application and
Projects
Hands-On Projects: Building
Structures, Installing Fixtures
Real-World
Scenarios:
Problem-Solving, Adaptation to Site Conditions
Apprenticeship Opportunities
On-the-Job Training
Mentorship and Skill Development
Certification Preparation
Review of Course Material
Practice Exams and Test-Taking
Strategies