Overview and Award Outcomes
Overview
Carpenters construct, install, erect and repair structures to comply with all existing codes and in a manner that exhibits skill and craftsmanship. They read blueprints, sketches and specifications for information pertaining to dimensions, types of materials required and standards of work. Carpenters work with a variety of hand tools, power tools and equipment. They work in a variety of physically demanding situations including weather extremes, heights and enclosed areas. A carpenter may be skilled in framing, interior and exterior finishing, forming and/or remodeling of residential and commercial buildings.
Award Outcomes
Apply safety practices and professional standards that promote inclusive and respectful residential carpentry environments.
Interpret complex blueprints and building codes to guide the design and construction of structural systems.
Construct framing assemblies, including roof and stair systems, to precise specifications.
Fabricate finish-grade components that meet industry quality standards.
Integrate digital and traditional layout methods to ensure structural accuracy and design precision.
Manage carpentry projects using ethical and transparent estimating, planning, and financial practices.
Demonstrate professionalism that fosters respect and inclusion in carpentry and site coordination.
Career Opportunities
A person who has carpenter training may be an all-around carpenter or may specialize in areas such as framer, interior finisher, sider, shingler, drywall installer, acoustical ceiling installer, maintenance carpenter, millwright, bridge builder or prefabrication production builder. A carpenter may advance to the position of crew supervisor or job superintendent. Carpenters may go into business for themselves and become contractors for new construction or remodeling work. They may also go into related fields of work such as sales, lumber yard management, building inspection or factory representative.
Semester Sequence
Offered at Brooklyn Park and Eden Prairie
Graduation (36 Credits)
Semester listings reflect the recommended sequence. Due to circumstances beyond our control, the information herein is subject to change without notice.
3/18/2026 : BP 3204 / EP 3205