Program Description
The Carpentry, Diploma program is a sequence of courses that prepares students for careers in the carpentry industry. Learning opportunities develop academic, occupational, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of carpentry theory and practical application necessary for successful employment. Program graduates receive a carpentry diploma and have the qualifications for an entry – level residential carpenter or entry – level commercial carpenter.
Career Information
Occupation
Carpenters
Career Projections
The number of jobs in this field is expected to increase by 10.8% nationally and 14.4% in the State of Georgia over the next several years. Estimated salaries in this field start at $50,000 a year.
Labor market data was compiled using Economic Modeling Specialists, international and is updated annually.
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Admission Requirements
General College Admissions Requirements
Program Contact Information
Hector Celis
Chair, Carpentry and Plumbing
Academic Building C2239
404-225-4621
hcelis@atlantatech.edu
Program Length and Cost
Minimum Program Length in Semester Terms:4 Terms
Credit Hours: 40
Estimated Program Cost: $6,643
Required Courses
General Education Courses - (8 Credits)
English Requirement - (3 Credits)
| | Select one of the following English courses | 3 |
| ENGL 1010 | Fundamentals of English I | 3 |
| | Or | |
| ENGL 1005 | Applied Technical Communication | 3 |
Math Requirement - (3 Credits)
| | Select one of the following Math Courses | |
| MATH 1012 | Foundations of Mathematics | 3 |
| | Or | |
| MATH 1005 | Applied Technical Mathematics | 3 |
Social/Behavioral Science Requirement - (2 Credits)
| EMPL 1000 | Interpersonal Relations and Professional Development | 2 |
Occupational Courses (22 Credits)
Select one of the following (Minimum of 4 Hours) (4 Credits)
Or
| COFC 1011 | Overview of Building Construction Practices and Materials | 3 |
| COFC 1020 | Professional Tool Use and Safety | 3 |
Select one of the following Foundation Courses (3 Credits)
| CARP 1070 | Site Layout Footings and Foundations | 3 |
| CARP 1320 | Site Development, Concrete Forming, and Rigging and Reinforcing | 4 |
Elective (3 Credits)
Complete one of the following Specializations (minimum of 2 credits)
Residential Specialization
| | Select one of the following courses | |
| CARP 1190 | Advanced Residential Finishes and Decks | 3 |
| | Or | |
| CARP 1340 | Carpentry Internship - Practicum | 3 |
Commercial Specialization
| | Select one of the following courses | |
| CARP 1310 | Doors and Door Hardware | 2 |
| | Or | |
| CARP 1340 | Carpentry Internship - Practicum | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: 40
Program Outcomes
1. The graduate will have developed the necessary skills to work safely in a residential or commercial construction environment.
2. The graduate will have developed the necessary skills to lay footings and foundations.
3. The graduate will have developed the necessary skills to construct floor and wall framings.
4. The graduate will have developed the necessary skills to construct ceiling and roof framings and coverings.
5. The graduate will have developed the necessary skills to complete exterior finishes and trim.
6. The graduate will have developed the necessary skills to complete interior finishes and trim.
7. The graduate will have developed the necessary skills to install doors and windows.
8. The graduate will have developed the necessary skills to install stairs.
9. The graduate will have developed the necessary skills to install cornice and soffit.