Carpentry

Carpentry introduces students to many different construction projects. In the Vantage Carpentry program, students learn skills related to residential construction including blueprint reading, computerized house design, framing, roofing, and dry walling all by building a house themselves. Carpenters must be able to measure and cut out materials using hand and power tools. Carpentry work is sometimes strenuous. They should enjoy working both indoors and outdoors.

Students will learn to:

Work in all aspects of construction including framing, roofing, cabinetmaking, and finish carpentry
Generate blueprints and 3D computer drawings using advanced architectural software
Work on various construction projects throughout the community
Apply knowledge and skills to build custom cabinets using computer-aided design software and a CNC router

POTENTIAL CAREERS

Union Carpenter

Residential Carpenter

Siding & Roofing Contractor

Computer Designer using Cabinet Vision

Cabinet Maker

INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONS

Career Connections Certificates Level I, II, and III

Forklift

Man/Scissor Lift

OSHA 10 hour Safety

CAREER TECHNICAL STUDENT ORGANIZATION

Skills USA

COLLEGE CREDIT OPTIONS

While attending Vantage Career Center, Vantage students have the opportunity to participate in college credit plus courses. Contact Student Services for more information.

CAREER ADVANCED PLACEMENT

Career Pathways

A Career Pathway is a collective look at education, training, wage, and outlook information for related occupations. The Vantage Carpentry program can be part of the Career Pathways listed below. Whether a student is interested in going to college, getting a certificate, or working right after high school, career pathways can be customized for any ambition or plan.

Construction Management I

Construction Management II

Government Compliance

These career pathways were developed around Ohio’s in-demand occupations, according to the July 2015 In-Demand Occupations. Secondary and post-secondary courses reflect career-tech programs approved by the Ohio Department of Education and Ohio Board of Regents. For additional career planning resources, visit OhioMeansJobs.com.