SCC Course Catalog

Carpentry (CAR)

Prefix Number Title Contact / Credit Hours
CAR 111 Carpentry I 18/8

This course introduces the theory and construction methods associated with the building industry, including framing, materials, tools, and equipment. Topics include safety, hand/power tool use, site preparation, measurement and layout, footings and foundations, construction framing, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely lay out and perform basic framing skills with supervision.

Prerequisite: none

Corequisite: none

Prefix Number Title Contact / Credit Hours
CAR 112 Carpentry II 18/8

This course covers the advanced theory and construction methods associated with the building industry including framing and exterior finishes. Topics include safety, hand/power tool use, measurement and layout, construction framing, exterior trim and finish, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely frame and apply exterior finishes to a residential building with supervision.

Prerequisite: Take CAR-111

Corequisite: none

Prefix Number Title Contact / Credit Hours
CAR 113 Carpentry III 12/6

This course covers interior trim and finishes. Topics include safety, hand/power tool use, measurement and layout, specialty framing, interior trim and finishes, cabinetry, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely install various interior trim and finishes in a residential building with supervision.

Prerequisite: Take CAR-111

Corequisite: none