Carpentry

Overview

The Carpentry certificate is designed to train the next generation of skilled workers needed in the construction industry. This certificate can provide multiple avenues to enter the construction industry without a degree in building construction technology. Students will experience training in print reading, layout frame assembly, door and windows installation, estimating, scheduling, and other job site duties.

The Carpentry certificate is a skilled-worker training program. Training occurs in the classroom/shop and on the job site. The training enables the student to learn a specialized carpentry sub-craft, especially framing, through classroom instruction and hands-on framing in new home construction. Must be 18 years old.

How to Enroll

To pursue this degree, you must apply to MTC using our online application.

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Print Plan

Sample Program Plan and Costs

Class Delivery Methods

View current courses offered via our online course directory.

On-Campus	Traditional. Classes meet on campus.
Virtual	100% online. Meets with a live instructor and classmates on specific days, at specific times. Uses web conferencing software, like Zoom.
Hybrid	Some classes on campus. Some classes online or virtual.
Online	100% online. Due dates for projects and assignments. Self-paced work on your time.

Full Time Schedule
Part Time Schedule

Full Time Schedule

Semester	Course ID	Course Title	Classroom	Online	Virtual	Credits
Semester 1 (11 Credit Hours)	BCT-101	Introduction to Building Construction Introduction to Building Construction ID: BCT-101 Credit Hours: 5 This course is an introduction to residential and light commercial construction, construction terms, tools of the trade and their safe use.	•			5
	BCT-131	Estimating/Quantity Take Off Estimating/Quantity Take Off ID: BCT-131 Credit Hours: 2 This course covers construction estimation and quantity take off for construction trades based on local and national building codes.	•			2
	BCT-142	Fundamentals of Construction Safety Fundamentals of Construction Safety ID: BCT-142 Credit Hours: 4 This course covers safety standards and practices as they apply to the building construction industry.	•			4
Semester 2 (10 Credit Hours)	BCT-111	Blueprint Reading and Specifications Blueprint Reading and Specifications ID: BCT-111 Credit Hours: 3 This course is an introductory study of construction plans and specifications and how they represent finished buildings.	•			3
	BCT-102	Fundamentals of Building Construction Fundamentals of Building Construction ID: BCT-102 Credit Hours: 4 This course is a study of framing for residential and light commercial buildings.	•			4
	BCT-104	Site Layout and Preparation Site Layout and Preparation ID: BCT-104 Credit Hours: 2 This course is a study of principles, equipment, and methods used to perform site layouts and distance measurements.	•			2
	CWE-111	Cooperative Work Experience I Cooperative Work Experience I ID: CWE-111 Credit Hours: 1 This course includes cooperative work experience in an approved setting.	•			1
Semester 3 (8 Credit Hours)	BCT-221	Construction Building Code Construction Building Code ID: BCT-221 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of local, state, and national building code requirements as they apply to residential and commercial construction.	•			3
	WLD-102	Introduction to Welding Introduction to Welding ID: WLD-102 Credit Hours: 2 This course covers the principles of welding, cutting, and basic procedures for safety in using welding equipment.	•			2
	BCT-212	Construction Methods and Design Construction Methods and Design ID: BCT-212 Credit Hours: 3 This course covers residential construction methods and designs.	•	•		3
				Total Credit Hours	29
				Estimated Cost Financial Aid	$5,452.00 Not including fees and equipment

Part Time Schedule

Semester	Course ID	Course Title	Classroom	Online	Virtual	Credits
Semester 1 (13 Credit Hours)	BCT-101	Introduction to Building Construction Introduction to Building Construction ID: BCT-101 Credit Hours: 5 This course is an introduction to residential and light commercial construction, construction terms, tools of the trade and their safe use.	•			5
	BCT-102	Fundamentals of Building Construction Fundamentals of Building Construction ID: BCT-102 Credit Hours: 4 This course is a study of framing for residential and light commercial buildings.	•			4
	BCT-142	Fundamentals of Construction Safety Fundamentals of Construction Safety ID: BCT-142 Credit Hours: 4 This course covers safety standards and practices as they apply to the building construction industry.	•			4
Semester 2 (2 Credit Hours)	BCT-131	Estimating/Quantity Take Off Estimating/Quantity Take Off ID: BCT-131 Credit Hours: 2 This course covers construction estimation and quantity take off for construction trades based on local and national building codes.	•			2
Semester 3 (2 Credit Hours)	BCT-104	Site Layout and Preparation Site Layout and Preparation ID: BCT-104 Credit Hours: 2 This course is a study of principles, equipment, and methods used to perform site layouts and distance measurements.	•			2
Semester 4 (4 Credit Hours)	CWE-111	Cooperative Work Experience I Cooperative Work Experience I ID: CWE-111 Credit Hours: 1 This course includes cooperative work experience in an approved setting.	•			1
Semester 4 (4 Credit Hours)	BCT-111	Blueprint Reading and Specifications Blueprint Reading and Specifications ID: BCT-111 Credit Hours: 3 This course is an introductory study of construction plans and specifications and how they represent finished buildings.	•			3
Semester 5 (8 Credit Hours)	WLD-102	Introduction to Welding Introduction to Welding ID: WLD-102 Credit Hours: 2 This course covers the principles of welding, cutting, and basic procedures for safety in using welding equipment.	•			2
	BCT-221	Construction Building Code Construction Building Code ID: BCT-221 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of local, state, and national building code requirements as they apply to residential and commercial construction.	•			3
	BCT-212	Construction Methods and Design Construction Methods and Design ID: BCT-212 Credit Hours: 3 This course covers residential construction methods and designs.	•	•		3
				Total Credit Hours	29
				Estimated Cost Financial Aid	$5,452.00 Not including fees and equipment

Careers

Field Superintendent

This position is the first-line supervisors of construction trades and extraction workers. Field Superintendents manage the on-site day-to-day operation of a construction project, including the material costs, labor costs, and sub-contractor expenses. They ensure that costs are adhering to the established budget and schedule, and write daily reports, weekly reports, and monthly reports on the progress of the construction project.

Projected Job Growth

+7.3%

Average Annual Salary

$76,224

According to EMSI data as of 2022

Where Can I Work?

Construction Companies
Homebuilding Corporations

Careers

Construction Estimator

Responsible for conducting quantity take-offs, evaluating quotes, compiling bids, and estimating the construction schedule.

Average Annual Salary

$61,246

According to EMSI data as of 2022

Where Can I Work?

Construction Companies
Homebuilding Corporations

Careers

Construction Manager

Manages the construction process for multiple projects. Usually requires a four-year degree, and ensures that expenses are staying within the budget and schedules are meeting the targeted completion dates. Oversees the superintendents’ day-to-day operation of the projects.

Projected Job Growth

+7.3%

Average Annual Salary

$76,224

According to EMSI data as of 2022

Where Can I Work?

Construction Companies
Homebuilding Corporations

What’s next after I complete this program?

Construction Superintendent/Field Project Management/Field Personnel

Manages the day-to-day field operation of a construction project, overseeing employees, subcontractor scheduling, and materials. These individuals are also responsible for the quality control of the project, as well as managing the budget and construction schedule.

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