Carpentry & Cabinetmaking

Course Description

Course No.	Course Title	Credits

CCM 161	Woodworking Tools and Machines I	4
Classroom lecture, demonstrations, and intensive, safe use of hand, portable and stationary tools will introduce the student to the woodworking field. Also covered are the various properties of wood, such as species, types, grain direction and defects. Project planning and calculations are covered in this course as well.

CCM 162	Woodworking Tools and Machines II	4
The safe operation of portable and stationary woodworking equipment are the core elements of this course. Through demonstration and guided application the student will be introduced to the use of the portable electric saw, the overhead router, the hand router, the band saw, the portable drill, the drill press, plate joiner, the saber saw and the reciprocating saw. Prerequisite: CCM 161

CCM 163	Kitchen and Bath Design Standards	4
The focus of this course is in the design and types of construction of the various cabinets and counters found in a typical residential structure. It is essential that all woodworkers know the sizes, construction, and standards used in the construction industry. This course develops the skills necessary to read a set of drawings to either construct or install cabinetry. Prerequisite: CCM 162

CCM 167	Cabinet and Component Construction	4
The focus of this course is the cutting of components and construction of cabinets, faceframes, doors and drawers common to the cabinetmaking industry. The special operations required on specific wood working machinery and the assembly of these cabinets’ components is practiced in this course. Hinges, pulls, slides and similar door and drawer hardware are also studied. Prerequisite: CCM 163

CCM 166	Interior Finishes	4
Interior finishes is the study and practice of the common materials and procedures used for finishing the interior of a building. Students will be exposed to skills in the safe use of equipment and materials common to the construction industry. Students will be required to demonstrate knowledge of different materials and applications in the construction industry. Prerequisite: CCM 162

CCM 168	Exterior Finishes	4
Exterior finishes is the study and practice of the common materials and procedures used for finishing the exterior of a building. Students will be exposed to skills in the safe use of equipment and materials common to the construction industry. Students will be required to demonstrate knowledge of different materials, applications and estimating procedures of the various resources used in the construction industry. Prerequisite: CCM 162

CCM 261	Site Preparation and Layout	4
This course covers the factors needed to be considered before the start of a building project. The kind of structure, the use of the structure, soil and climate conditions, methods of construction, and placement of the structure on the lot are examples of subjects studied in this course. Elements of the building codes and zoning laws that apply to site layout procedures are also examined in this course.

CCM 262	Stairs	4
This is a course designed to teach the student the basics of stair construction. Covered during this course will be the math calculations necessary to design a safe and functional stairway and the methods of layout and construction necessary to install stairs.

CCM 263	Floor/Wall Framing Principles	4
This course covers the construction terminology, materials, methods and practical lessons in the various types of floor and wall framing principles found in the construction industry today. Student involvement with building codes, construction terminology, materials estimating and proper construction techniques give the student a broad knowledge of modern construction practices.

CCM 264	Roof Framing Principles I	4
Extensive study and practice in the framing of a common gable roof are the main elements of this course. Construction terminology, safe framing practices to follow when framing a gable roof, application of building codes, solving rafter lengths and cutting and fitting rafters are all considered. Estimating materials and roof coverings concludes this course.

CCM 265	Roof Framing Principles II	4
This course is designed as a study of and practice in the construction principles of the many different and complicated roof systems found in the construction industry today. Beginning with the hip roof, then the intersecting roof and special roof systems, such as an unequal slope roof system, this course offers the specialized framing skills sought in industry. Prerequisite: CCM 264

CCM 266	Applied Industrial Practices	4
This course is designed so the student can practice and further enhance the carpentry skills experienced through all previous modules. Emphasis will be placed on the quality of work and the development of a positive work ethic.

CCM 267	Internship	4
This work experience is designed to expose the student to an industrial, commercial, or clinical environment. Students are placed into a contracted facility after completing 50 credit hours, having a 2.00 GPA, and meeting all other program prerequisites and academic requirements prior to their final spring semester. Students are expected to adhere to all policies and regulations associated with the facility. Students will work on projects selected to expose the student to “live” work situations, while building upon the student’s knowledge, skill and attitude as an entry-level technician and will be used to grade the student’s performance for the course. (No compensation)

CCM 268	Cooperative Educational Experience	4
This work experience is designed to expose the student to an industrial, commercial, or clinical environment. Students are placed into a contracted facility after completing 50 credit hours, having a 2.00 GPA, and meeting all other program prerequisites and academic requirements prior to their final spring semester. Students are expected to adhere to all policies and regulations associated with the facility. Students will work on projects selected to expose the student to “live” work situations, while building upon the student’s knowledge, skill and attitude as an entry-level technician and will be used to grade the student’s performance for the course. (Compensation)