Carpentry

Newman Smith High School
Business & Industry Endorsement

This four year plan can be used as an example to help plan your high school career.

subject 9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th grade
Language Arts English English English English
Math Math Math Math Math
Science Science Science Science Science
Social Studies Social Studies Social Studies Social Studies Social Studies
CTE Courses Principles of Construction
OR
Principles of Architecture
(1 credit)
Construction Technology I
(2 credits)

Construction Technology II 
(2 credits)

Practicum in Construction Technology
OR
Career Preparation
(2 credits)
Additional Elective        
Additional Elective        
Additional Elective        

Possible Industry Based Certifications:

  • NCCER Carpentry, Level 1 & 2
  • NCCER Commercial Carpenter
  • NCCER Core Curriculum

  • NCCER Construction Technology

occupations median wage annual openings % growth
Carpenters $35,922 5,031 26%
Cost Estimators $63,939 2,239 21%

The Carpentry program of study explores the occupations and educational opportunities related to constructing, installing, or repairing structures and fixtures made of wood, such as concrete forms (including frameworks, partitions, joists, studding, rafters, and stairways). This program of study may also include exploration into installing, dismantling, or moving machinery and heavy equipment according to layout plans, blueprints, or other drawings.