Carpentry, Associate in Applied Science

(Suggested Occupational Plan)

A Carpenter is an essential member of the construction team that participates in the planning and construction of residential and light commercial construction projects. Skilled craftsmen in this building trade are currently the highest in demand in the construction industry. This program provides students with the creative and technical skills to work with wood in order to create aesthetically pleasing and functional structures, from window frames to kitchen cabinets. This program provides training in framing, exterior and interior finishing, roofing, concrete foundations, building maintenance, home renovations, cabinet making, and even furniture making. Students will also learn the latest safety considerations and industry regulations.

First Semester

Course CodeCourse NameSemester Hours
OSHT 1405OSHA Regulations - Construction Industry

4

CRPT 1329Introduction to Carpentry

3

CNBT 1300Residential and Light Commercial Blueprint Reading

3

ENGL 1301Composition I

3

Second Semester

Course CodeCourse NameSemester Hours
CRPT 1323Floor Systems

3

CRPT 1315Wall Systems

3

CRPT 1311Roof Systems

3

CRPT 2447Stairs

4

Third Semester

Course CodeCourse NameSemester Hours
CRPT 1341Exterior Finish Systems

3

CRPT 1345Interior Finish Systems

3

CRPT 1325Forms and Foundations I

3

CNBT 1313Concrete I

3

Fourth Semester

Course CodeCourse NameSemester Hours
CNSE 1321Job Site Layout and Development

3

WDWK 1413Cabinet Making I

4

WLDG 1307Introduction to Welding Using Multiple Processes

3

Fifth Semester

Course CodeCourse NameSemester Hours
Core Social and Behavioral Sciences Core Elective

3

MATH 1314College Algebra

3

Core Creative Arts OR Language, Philosophy and Culture Core Elective

3

Core Communications (SPCH) Core Elective

3

Total Semester Hours for Associate Degree: 60

Additional Information

Courses in bold type meet General Education requirements for Del Mar College Associate in Applied Science degrees.

Social and Behavioral Sciences Core Elective: ARCH 1311 (preferred).