Construction Carpentry, Basic Certificate

College(s):

Kennedy-King

Program Code: 0775

Program Requirements

Required Program Core
332TECH 410Interior Construction I4
332TECH 429Basic Math & Specifications2
332TECH 432Basic Arc Welding2
332TECH 449Professional Development2
332TECH 472Vocational Physical Training2
332TECH 581Concrete Framing2
332TECH 582Residential Carpentry2
332TECH 583Basic Hand Tools2
432CMGT 604Blueprint and Specifications3
432CMGT 609Construction Safety II3
CIS 120Introduction to Computer Applications3
Total Hours27

Pathway

This is an example course sequence for students interested in Construction Carpentry. If this pathway is followed as outlined, student will earn a Basic Certificate (BC) for Construction Carpentry. This does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability.

Semester-by-Semester Program Plan for Full-Time Students

Plan of Study Grid
Semester 1Hours
PHASE 1  
CIS 120 Introduction to Computer Applications 3
432CMGT 604 Blueprint and Specifications 3
432CMGT 609 Construction Safety II 3
332TECH 429 Basic Math & Specifications 2
332TECH 432 Basic Arc Welding 2
332TECH 472 Vocational Physical Training 2
332TECH 583 Basic Hand Tools 2
PHASE 2  
332TECH 410 Interior Construction I 4
332TECH 449 Professional Development 2
332TECH 581 Concrete Framing 2
332TECH 582 Residential Carpentry 2
 Hours27
 Total Hours27

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Careers

This program can prepare students for the jobs listed below. Click on each one to learn more, including average earnings, annual job openings, and how much education people in that field have. For additional guidance and resources on career options, current City Colleges students and alumni can contact the Career Services Office.

Helpers--Carpenters

Job Description

Help carpenters by performing duties requiring less skill. Duties include using, supplying, or holding materials or tools, and cleaning work area and equipment.

Salary Based on Experience Level

Take a look at the average hourly/annual earnings for this career in Cook County

Lightcast earnings figures are based on OES data from the BLS and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.

Annual Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$36,766
Median 50th Percentile$42,131
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$54,801

Hourly Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$18
Median 50th Percentile$20
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$26

Annual Job Openings

9 annual openings in Cook County

National Education Attainment

Here, you can see the level of education that people in this career complete.

Degree Program% of Jobs
A high school diploma or less78.94%
A certificate3.10%
Some college17.96%
An Associate degree0.00%
A Bachelor's degree0.00%
A Master's or Professional degree0.00%
A Doctoral degree or more0.00%

0.00% continue their education beyond an associate degree

Carpenters

Job Description

Construct, erect, install, or repair structures and fixtures made of wood and comparable materials, such as concrete forms; building frameworks, including partitions, joists, studding, and rafters; and wood stairways, window and door frames, and hardwood floors. May also install cabinets, siding, drywall, and batt or roll insulation. Includes brattice builders who build doors or brattices (ventilation walls or partitions) in underground passageways.

Salary Based on Experience Level

Take a look at the average hourly/annual earnings for this career in Cook County

Lightcast earnings figures are based on OES data from the BLS and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.

Annual Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$28,779
Median 50th Percentile$58,489
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$105,937

Hourly Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$14
Median 50th Percentile$28
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$51

Annual Job Openings

1118 annual openings in Cook County

National Education Attainment

Here, you can see the level of education that people in this career complete.

Degree Program% of Jobs
A high school diploma or less70.13%
A certificate21.46%
Some college8.41%
An Associate degree0.00%
A Bachelor's degree0.00%
A Master's or Professional degree0.00%
A Doctoral degree or more0.00%

0.00% continue their education beyond an associate degree

Construction Managers

Job Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate, usually through subordinate supervisory personnel, activities concerned with the construction and maintenance of structures, facilities, and systems. Participate in the conceptual development of a construction project and oversee its organization, scheduling, budgeting, and implementation. Includes managers in specialized construction fields, such as carpentry or plumbing.

Salary Based on Experience Level

Take a look at the average hourly/annual earnings for this career in Cook County

Lightcast earnings figures are based on OES data from the BLS and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.

Annual Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$52,073
Median 50th Percentile$88,380
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$166,974

Hourly Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$25
Median 50th Percentile$42
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$80

Annual Job Openings

718 annual openings in Cook County

National Education Attainment

Here, you can see the level of education that people in this career complete.

Degree Program% of Jobs
A high school diploma or less5.00%
A certificate0.00%
Some college0.00%
An Associate degree5.00%
A Bachelor's degree90.00%
A Master's or Professional degree0.00%
A Doctoral degree or more0.00%

90.00% continue their education beyond an associate degree