CAR 112 Carpentry II

Lecture: 3 Lab: 15 Clinic: 0 Credits: 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.

Pre-requisite(s): CAR 111 .
Course is typically offered in Spring.
Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
At the completion of the course, the students should be able to do the following:

Layout walls to blueprint specifications to one eighth inch tolerance.
Calculate rafters to proper length within 1/16”.
Cut rafters to fit properly on a wall structure with hands on evaluation.
Calculate stair stringer tread and riser with a score of 70% or higher on exam.