Carpentry
Located at Morris County School of Technology, Denville
The Carpentry program provides comprehensive technical skills and knowledge for constructing diverse structures through hands-on learning experiences. Students develop expertise in practical mathematics applications, blueprint interpretation, measurement proficiency, and construction techniques while exploring carpentry fundamentals, safety protocols, and industry standards through both classroom instruction and real-world project work.
Morris County high school students in 10th grade may apply for their 11th and 12th-grade year.
Mr. Rick Lebrenz
Overview of Program
Students attend the following sessions for this Share Time program
Year 1 Students: Morning Session 8:00 - 10:40 am
Year 2 Students: Afternoon Session 12:10 - 2:50 pm
Students earn: 20 Career and Technical Education credits per school year
Learning Experience
Students engage in hands-on construction projects that integrate essential mathematical concepts including calculations, percentages, square roots, fractions, and decimals. The program emphasizes authentic carpentry methodology through direct application of technical skills to actual building projects, preparing students for rewarding careers and potential carpenter's union entry.
Skills and Prerequisites for Success
Prospective students should demonstrate dedication to mastering the carpentry craft and eagerness to apply developing mathematical skills in practical construction settings. The program requires individuals who can work effectively with measurements, basic formulas for area and volume, and possess commitment to learning technical construction skills from foundational levels.
Important Considerations
- Technical Skills: Mastery of construction techniques and carpentry fundamentals
- Practical Mathematics: Application of calculations, percentages, fractions, and decimals
- Blueprint Reading: Confident interpretation of construction plans and specifications
- Measurement Proficiency: Accurate reading and application of construction measurements
- Safety Protocols: Strict adherence to PPE and construction site safety procedures
- Area and Volume: Understanding and application of basic mathematical formulas
- Hands-On Projects: Active engagement in real-world construction activities
- Industry Standards: Compliance with professional carpentry practices and regulations
- Career Preparation: Development of skills for construction industry employment
- Union Readiness: Preparation for potential carpenter's union membership
- Craft Mastery: Dedication to developing professional carpentry expertise
- Mathematical Integration: Combining math skills with practical construction applications
This program is ideal for students who are passionate about construction and carpentry, enjoy both mathematical problem-solving and hands-on building work, and are prepared to engage in comprehensive technical training and practical construction project experiences.
Students learn:
- Tool and Shop Safety
- Building Codes and Permits
- Site Layout
- Footings and Foundations
- Installing and Finishing Sheetrock
- Transit and Concrete Wall Forms
- Column Forms
- Step and Landing Forms
- Structural Framing (floor, wall, roof, common rafters)
- Blue Print Reading
- Project Estimates and Proposals
- Stair Building
- Furniture Making
- Exterior and Interior Finishes and Trim
- Complex Roof Frames (hip, valley, jack rafters)
- Energy Conservation and Efficiency
- Applied Math Concepts
- OSHA 10 Training and Certification