CAREER PATHWAY CARPENTRY CIP Code 46.0201 Pennsylvania's Targeted Industry Cluster: Architecture & Construction
Potential Careers 47-2031 Carpenters 47-3012 Helpers - Carpenters National and State Occupational Outlook Trends (Based on Department of Labor and Industry Reports) Employment United States Percent Change ¹Job Openings 2011 Median Annual Wage 2010 2020 Carpenters 1,001,700 1,197,600 +20% 40,830 $40,000 Pennsylvania Employment 2008 2018 Percent Change ¹Job Openings 2011 Median Annual Wage Carpenters 55,100 55,650 +1% 800 $38,500 ¹Job Openings refers to the average annual job openings due to growth and net replacement Carpenters Study specifications in blueprints, sketches, or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required. Shape or cut materials to specified measurements, using hand tools, machines, or power saws. Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean environment. Measure and mark cutting lines on materials, using a ruler, pencil, chalk, and marking gauge. Install structures or fixtures, such as windows, frames, floorings, trim, or hardware, using carpenters' hand or power tools. Verify trueness of structure, using plumb bob and level. Build or repair cabinets, doors, frameworks, floors, or other wooden fixtures used in buildings, using woodworking machines, carpenter's hand tools, or power tools. Assemble and fasten materials to make frameworks or props, using hand tools and wood screws, nails, dowel pins, or glue. Remove damaged or defective parts or sections of structures and repair or replace, using hand tools. Inspect ceiling or floor tile, wall coverings, siding, glass, or woodwork to detect broken or damaged structures. Skills and Abilities Critical Thinking Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. Equipment Selection Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job. Operation Monitoring Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly. Manual Dexterity The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects. Multilimb Coordination The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down. It does not involve performing the activities while the whole body is in motion. Problem Sensitivity The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem. Static Strength The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects. Trunk Strength The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without 'giving out' or fatiguing. Finger Dexterity The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects. Near Vision The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer). Arm-Hand Steadiness The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position. Deductive Reasoning The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense. Information Ordering The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).
Character Traits for Workplace Success Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Initiative Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges. Cooperation Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude. Integrity Job requires being honest and ethical. Independence Job requires developing one's own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done. Leadership Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction. Analytical Thinking Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems. Concern for Others Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job. Innovation Job requires creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas for and answers to work-related problems. Somerset County Technology Center - Program of Study/Units of Instruction (3-Year Program) Unit Number & Title 100 Safety/Occupational Orientation 800 Framing Wall Construction 200 Hand Tools 900 Framing Roof Construction 300 Power Tools 1000 Exterior Finish 400 Blueprint Reading 1100 Interior Finish 500 Site Preparation and Layout 1200 Estimation 600 Footings and Foundations 1300 Lumber Identification 700 Framing Floor Construction 1400 Fasteners and Adhesives High School Courses Recommended For Career And Technical Education Students 9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade English I English II English III English IV Algebra I or Geometry Geometry or Algebra II Algebra II, Trigonometry or Pre-Calculus Pre-Calculus, Trigonometry or Calculus Biology I Chemistry I Physics AP Science Geography/State History World History American History Economics/Government Required Electives: PE, Art/Music, Foreign Language, Computer Technology Program s Math Skill Level Required Electives: PE, Foreign Language, Computer Technology Career and Technology Scope and Sequence Required Electives: PE Career and Technology Scope and Sequence Required Electives: PE Career and Technology Scope and Sequence Students must be able to complete math curriculum (10th 12th) that incorporates an understanding of basic math skills. Students will be required to do estimating, and stair and rafter calculations.
Certifications/Licensures Pennsylvania Skills Certificate (NOCTI) National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Certification Master Shingle Applicator OSH 10-hour Safety Training Continuing Education/College Options Articulation Agreements Additional College/Continuing Education Options Commonwealth Technical Institute Delaware County Community College Johnson College Students who complete the Carpentry curriculum can earn college credit. SCTC s Carpentry program has articulation agreements with colleges across Pennsylvania through the SOAR program. For more information on the SOAR program, please visit: http://www.techlinkpa.com Prerequisites, Safety, and Equipment Requirements Leather work shoes (steel toes are NOT required) Tape measure (at least 16 feet) Appropriate dress for weather conditions. Willingness to adhere to SCTC Shop Safety requirements and appropriate protective clothing and equipment. Program Details Theory Structure Small group lectures based on grade level. Class lectures based on house assignments. Two tests per 9-week grading period. Textbook and Supplemental Reading Materials Residential Construction Academy (RCA) Modern Carpentry Competency information sheets and safety materials. Various electronic and Internet based materials (some with post-secondary reading level) Lab Experience 10th grade students are expected to complete safety, hand tools, and portable power equipment. 11th grade students are expected to complete all stationary power equipment, and competencies into residential construction. 12th grade students will complete construction competencies and prep for NOCTI test. All students will participate in the construction of the modular house. Homework Students are expected to complete tasks within the set completion dates. At times this requires students to complete tasks outside of the school day. Projects and some project preparation work are also required outside of the school day. Co-op Requirements (Grades 11-12) Satisfactory attendance records. C average. Instructor s recommendation. Transportation
Job Ready Assessment Blueprint Carpentry Test Code: 4015 / Version: 01 Measuring What Matters
Specific Competencies and Skills Tested in this Assessment: Safety Demonstrate safe material handling practices Display comprehension of workplace/job-site safety procedures Exhibit knowledge of MSDS and personal protective equipment (PPE) Tools and Accessories Use and maintain hand tools Use and maintain power tools Use and maintain measuring, layout, and marking tools Display understanding of tool safety issues Blueprint Reading and Estimation Demonstrate awareness of building codes Display comprehension of dimensions and scales Read and understand various views and elevations Display understanding of symbols, lines, and details Extrapolate information from a set of plans Estimate materials quantities Foundations, Forms, and Concrete Lay out foundation Construct and align footing and foundation forms Install, brace, and align and remove formwork Understand concrete characteristics Page 1 of 7
Specific Competencies and Skills continued: Rough Framing Lay out and install floor systems Calculate rough openings; lay out and construct wall systems Calculate, lay out, and install roof systems Calculate, lay out, and install stairs and other specialty components Exterior Finish Identify and install cornice and trim Calculate and install roofing Identify, prepare, and install windows and doors Calculate, lay out, and install siding Interior Systems Installation Install insulation Install and finish interior walls Interior Finish Install interior doors Install standing and running trim Install hardware Carpentry Related Mathematics Perform basic mathematical operations; whole numbers, fractions, and decimals Perform linear, square, and cubic computations Perform algebraic and geometric functions Page 2 of 7
Written Assessment: Administration Time: 3 hours Number of Questions: 150 Areas Covered Page 3 of 7
Sample Questions: OSHA regulations require that a trench be sloped, shored, or protected by a trench box when it exceeds A. 2 feet B. 5 feet C. 10 feet D. 20 feet Sill plates setting on concrete should be A. air-dried to 15 percent m.c. softwood B. quarter sawn hardwood C. kiln-dried southern yellow pine D. pressure or chemically treated lumber Concrete walls are generally anchored to footings by means of A. epoxy and bonding agents B. keyways or steel dowels C. rich grout and aggregate D. structural steel The framing member that supports the tail joists is called a A. cripple B. header C. joist D. trimmer The standard exposure of an asphalt or fiberglass three-tab shingle is A. 3 inches B. 4 inches C. 5 inches D. 6 inches Page 4 of 7
Performance Assessment: Administration Time: 2 hours and 40 minutes Number of Jobs: 7 Areas Covered: 17% Tool and Material Identification Accuracy of identification of saws, bits, saw blades, wrenches, nails, fasteners, lumber, finishing tools, layout tools, marking tools, and time to complete Job 1. 9% Square Layout Handling of equipment, project layout techniques used, accuracy of side length and diagonals, and time to complete Job 2. 8% Builder s Level Set up and handling of instrument, techniques used to determine top of foundation, accuracy of level marks, and time to complete Job 3. 21% Blueprint Reading/Sole Plate Layout Layout of plate, interpretation of plans, length of plate, door centerline, door rough opening, bi-fold door centerline, bi-fold door rough opening, closet partition intersection, stud spacing, used standard markings, hall closet depth, and time to complete Job 4. 18% Rafter Lay Out Layout of rafter, use of tools, interpretation of plans, placement of rafter crown, ridge plumb cut, rafter line length, plate line plumb cut, overhang length, tail plumb cut mark, fascia plumb cut deduction mark, ridge plumb cut deduction mark, bird s mouth location and layout, and time to complete Job 5. 10% Stairway Stringer Layout of 3-tread stringer, use of tools, interpretation of plans, riser height, tread run, stringer marking at floor level, tread thickness, and time to complete Job 6. Page 5 of 7
Areas Covered continued: 17% Interior Frame Procedures for installing, shimming, and nailing frame, procedures for installing trim, operation of miter saw, use of hand tools, safety, window plumb and level, window shims, quality of trim cuts, tightness of joints, quality of nailing, reveal allowance, and time to complete Job 7. Page 6 of 7
Sample Job: Maximum Time: Participant Activity: Builder s Level 20 minutes The test participant will set up and use the builder s level to establish the height of the instrument. Based on calculations, the participant will establish an elevation height of 100 feet, 8 inches. The Association for Career and Technical Education (ACTE), the leading professional organization for career and technical educators, commends all students who participate in career and technical education programs and choose to validate their educational attainment through rigorous technical assessments. In taking this assessment you demonstrate to your school, your parents and guardians, your future employers and yourself that you understand the concepts and knowledge needed to succeed in the workplace. Good Luck! Page 7 of 7