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Construction Framers

The Construction Framers program prepares students for entry-level careers in residential construction with a focus on wood framing and basic carpentry skills. Students learn how to erect wood frame structures, interpret blueprints, and apply proper layout techniques. The program also emphasizes safe use of hand tools, power tools, and structural materials while building foundational skills needed for work in residential framing.

Career Path
Construction Industry & Manufacturing
Education Tracks

Programs

Construction Framers, O.S.A.

Occupational Skills Award
Education track: Continuing Education

This program includes carpentry and basic framing, course includes erect wood frame structures with emphasis on layout. Course covers terminology, how to read blueprints, and safety procedures for using hand tools, power tools and structural materials; teaches basic skills needed to become a residential carpenter.

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Introduction to Carpentry

CRPT 1029    96 Hours       Fee $899      Prerequisites: None

Introduction to Carpentry will cover introduction to the carpentry trade including safety, tools, equipment, terminology, and methods. Use established safe work practices; describe fasteners and adhesives; define terms associated with building materials utilized by carpenters; describe handling and storage procedures; demonstrate the use and care of tools and equipment; and perform mathematical computations used by the carpenter.

 

Basic Framing

CRPT 1001    48 Hours         Fee $629         Prerequisite: CRPT 1029 Introduction to Carpentry

Basic Framing course will cover skills required to erect wood frame structures with emphasis on layout and construction of floors, walls, and roofs. Includes safety procedures for using hand and power tools and structural materials.

 

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Construction Trades

Program Format
  • In-Person
Campus Location
Total minimum contact hours for this award: 144

View the Construction Framers, O.S.A., I.C catalog listing to see the total courses required.

Cost

Total Program Tuition:  $1,528.00

*Tuition does not include books, course material or vouchers for certification exams.

Texas Public Education Grant (TPEG) for Continuing Education Students