Carpentry Technology
Overview
Our Carpentry Technology program is an instructional curriculum designed to prepare you for entry-level into the residential carpentry trade. You’ll be getting experience and education in blueprint reading, estimating, building, installing, and repairing structural units.
The carpentry industry has been growing for centuries. Advancements in technology have changed the way carpentry is done, and the demand remains high. Completion of the Carpentry Technology program at Hinds Community College will prepare you to work with an established company or to go into business yourself as a private contractor. If you’re just getting started, this is the first step you need to take to thrive.
Quick Facts
- Associate of Applied Science: 60–62 hrs.
- Career Certificate: 30 hrs.
- Technical Certificate: 45 hrs.
- Raymond
- Utica
- Face-to-Face
Sample Curriculum
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| Technical English or English Composition I | 3–4 |
| Public Speaking I or Interpersonal Communication | 3 |
| Social/Behavioral Science Elective | 3 |
| Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | 3 |
| Mathematics/Science Elective | 3–4 |
| Total Hours | 60–62 |
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| Foundations | 6 |
| Blueprint Reading | 3 |
| Construction Mathematics | 3 |
| Floor and Wall Framing | 6 |
| Ceiling and Roof Framing | 5 |
| Interior/Exterior Finishing and Cabinet Installation | 5 |
| Roofing | 2 |
| Total Hours | 30 |
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| Fundamentals of Drafting | 3 |
| Principles of Multi-Family and Light Commercial Construction | 3 |
| Millwork | 3 |
| Cost Estimating | 3 |
| Approved Electives | 3 |
| Total Hours | 45 |
The degree plan provides the courses recommended for students seeking to transfer in this area of study. Students should consult the Mississippi Articulation Agreement for specific course requirements at specific Mississippi universities. Students can also use MATT (MS Articulation & Transfer Tool).