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Many Career Paths Start with Carpentry
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Students learn the fundamentals of residential carpentry and participate in the construction of a new house on site. Experience is gained in wall, ceiling and roof framing, exterior finishing, trimming, windows and doors, insulation and floor systems.
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Units of Study
Carpenters on the Job, plus:
- Safety on the Jobsite
- Hand/Power Tools, Materials and Fasteners
- Print Interpretations
- Site and Building Layout
- Footings/Foundations
- Stationary Power Tools
- Floor Framing
- Wall Framing
- Roof Framing
- Shop Projects
- Windows and Doors
- Insulation Systems
- Cabinetry
- Drywall
- Interior Trim
- Exterior Finishes
- Stair Framing
- Finished Flooring
- Interior Finishing
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Articulation Agreements
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Licensing/Industry-Based Certifications
OSHA 10 Construction Industry
International Brotherhood of Carpenters' and Joiners' Career Connections (IBCJCC) Certification
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Professional Outlook
Carpenters: 7.2% projected growth in jobs from 2018-28 in the Finger Lakes regionMedian Finger Lakes region salary: $47,490 per year (in 2021)Source: NYS Department of Labor -
Teachers
Kyle CanfieldPeter SharpeKyle Canfield joined the faculty at WEMOCO in 2015. Previously he taught carpentry at another BOCES, and prior to that he was employed as a union carpenter. Kyle holds an associate's degree in building trades, and he earned a New York State professional certification in carpentry education. He is an authorized OSHA Training Instructor.Pete Sharpe earned a professional teaching certification and joined the faculty at WEMOCO in 2009. His experience includes working in the construction industry for 21 years as a business owner, in sales, and in service. He is active in town government and is an assistant coach in the SUNY Brockport baseball program. -
Enrollment Information
Meet with your school counselor to discuss how Career & Technical Education at WEMOCO can benefit your career development. Your counselor can help you begin the enrollment process.
