2014 – 2015
Florida Department of Education
Curriculum Framework 

Program Title:	Construction Carpentry Assistant
Career Cluster:	Architecture and Construction

CCC	
CIP Number	0646020107	
Program Type	College Credit Certificate (CCC)	
Program Length	12 Credit Hours	
CTSO	SkillsUSA	
SOC Codes (all applicable) 	47-2031 - Carpenters	
Targeted Occupation List	http://www.labormarketinfo.com/wec/TargetOccupationList.htm	
Perkins Technical Skill Attainment Inventory	 http://www.fldoe.org/workforce/perkins/perkins_resources.asp 	
Statewide Articulation	 http://www.fldoe.org/workforce/dwdframe/artic_frame.asp 	

Purpose

The purpose of this program is to prepare students for employment or advanced training in the carpentry industry.

This certificate program is part of the Carpentry Management AAS degree program (064020106).

A College Credit Certificate consists of a program of instruction of less than sixty (60) credits of college-level courses, which is part of an AS or AAS degree program and prepares students for entry into employment (Rule 6A-14.030, F.A.C.).

This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Architecture and Construction career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the Architecture and Construction career cluster. 

The purpose of this program is to prepare students for employment or advanced training in a variety of construction electrical industries or to supplement training for persons previously or currently employed in theses occupations.

Additional Information relevant to this Career and Technical Education (CTE) program is provided at the end of this document.

Standards

After successfully completing this program, the student will be able to perform the following:

01.0	Follow safety practices. 
02.0	Utilize manual and power tools.
03.0	Describe the importance of the construction industry in the American economy. 
04.0	Identify the characteristics of building materials. 
05.0	Identify fasteners and hardware. 
06.0	Demonstrate appropriate math skills. 
07.0	Communicate effectively. 
08.0	Read basic blueprints. 
09.0	Demonstrate employability skills. 
10.0	Demonstrate positive customer-relations skills. 
11.0	Demonstrate an understanding of entrepreneurship. 
12.0	Use blueprints and specifications for trim and finish carpentry. 
13.0	Install exterior covering and trim. 
14.0	Install an interior door (wood and/or metal). 
15.0	Lay out and construct an interior-stair system. 
16.0	Install an interior wall and ceiling covering. 
17.0	Install cabinets and shelving. 
18.0	Use blueprints and specifications for frame carpentry. 
19.0	Set up and use a transit and a builder's level. 
20.0	Perform site-preparation and layout activities. 
21.0	Install finished roofing components. 
22.0	Cut and install framing members for a floor (wood and/or metal). 
23.0	Cut and install a wall and partition framing (wood and/or metal). 

2014 – 2015
Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Program Title:	Construction Carpentry Assistant
CIP Number:		0646020107
Program Length:	12 Credit Hours
SOC Code(s):		472031

This certificate program is part of the Carpentry Management AAS degree program (064020106).  At the completion of this program, the student will be able to:	
01.0	Follow safety practices-- The student will be able to:	
01.01	Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work area.	
01.02	Transport, handle, and store materials safely.	
01.03	Operate a fire extinguisher.	
01.04	Identify basic first-aid procedures.	
01.05	Qualify in basic first-aid procedures.	
01.06	Identify common safety hazards.	
01.07	Identify and explain the proper use of common personal protective equipment (hard hats, safety glasses, safety shoes, etc.).	
01.08	Describe "Federal" Right to Know Law CFR-1910.1200, including the Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).	
01.09	Explain the purpose of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).	
01.10	Identify health-related problems that may result from exposure to hazardous materials.	
01.11	Describe the proper precautions for handling hazardous materials.	
01.12	Explain eligibility and the procedures for obtaining worker's compensation.	
01.13	Explain the importance of complying with ADA requirements for handicapped accessibility.	
02.0	Utilize manual and power tools-- The student will be able to:	
02.01	Identify various hand and power tools.	
02.02	Select correct tools for specific jobs.	
02.03	Clean and care for tools and equipment.	
02.04	Demonstrate proficiency in the safe use of hand tools and of portable and stationary power tools.	
02.05	Read and use carpenter's measuring tools.	
03.0	Describe the importance of the construction industry in the American economy-- The student will be able to:	
03.01	Describe the role of the construction industry within the free-enterprise system.	
03.02	Identify career-progression opportunities in the carpentry and cabinetmaking industry.	
03.03	Describe current issues, topics, and materials in the building-construction industry.	
04.0	Identify the characteristics of building materials-- The student will be able to:	
04.01	Identify the grades and species of lumber.	
04.02	Identify the actual and nominal sizes of lumber.	
04.03	Identify the grades of plywood and wood products.	
04.04	Identify defects and blemishes that affect the durability and strength of lumber.	
04.05	Explain the effects of temperature extremes, chemical reaction, and moisture content on building materials.	
05.0	Identify fasteners and hardware-- The student will be able to:	
05.01	Identify the fasteners commonly used in carpentry and/or cabinetmaking.	
05.02	Identify the hardware commonly used in carpentry and/or cabinetmaking.	
06.0	Demonstrate appropriate math skills--The student will be able to:	
06.01	Solve basic math problems related to carpentry and/or cabinetmaking, with and without a calculator; including basic geometry and algebra skills.	
06.02	Solve problems, using board, linear, foot, square-foot, and cubic-foot measurements.	
06.03	Solve problems for volume, weight, area, circumference, and perimeter measurements for rectangles, squares, and cylinders.	
06.04	Measure horizontal and vertical surfaces using feet and inches.	
07.0	Communicate effectively-- The student will be able to:	
07.01	Write logical and understandable statements.	
07.02	Interpret the graphs, charts, diagrams, and tables commonly used in the carpentry or cabinetmaking industry.	
07.03	Read and follow written and oral instructions.	
07.04	Answer and ask questions coherently, directly, and concisely.	
07.05	Demonstrate appropriate telephone/communication skills.	
08.0	Read basic blueprints-- The student will be able to:	
08.01	Read an architect's scale.	
08.02	Identify architectural and engineering elevations, perspectives, and schedules.	
08.03	Identify lines and blueprint symbols.	
09.0	Demonstrate employability skills-- The student will be able to:	
09.01	Conduct a job search and identify advanced-training opportunities, including apprenticeship programs, if appropriate.	
09.02	Secure information about a job.	
09.03	Identify documents that may be required for a job application.	
09.04	Complete a job-application form correctly.	
09.05	Demonstrate competence in job-interview techniques.	
09.06	Demonstrate productive work habits and positive attitudes.	
09.07	Demonstrate knowledge of how to make job changes appropriately.	
09.08	Identify ethical and responsible practices.	
09.09	Demonstrate acceptable hygiene practices and a professional appearance.	
09.10	Apply the principles of time management, work simplification, and teamwork when performing assigned tasks.	
09.11	Explain the importance of taking pride in the quality of work performed.	
09.12	Describe the importance of a drug-free workplace and industry policy toward drug and alcohol use.	
09.13	Describe the ramifications of a poor-driving record on employability opportunities.	
10.0	Demonstrate positive customer-relations skills-- The student will be able to:	
10.01	Exercise self-control.	
10.02	Identify and demonstrate appropriate responses to criticism.	
10.03	Recognize basic human relations as they relate to success in the industry.	
10.04	Respond to customer complaints in a positive, professional manner.	
10.05	Demonstrate respect for people and property.	
11.0	Demonstrate an understanding of entrepreneurship--The student will be able to:	
11.01	Define "entrepreneurship."	
11.02	Describe the importance of entrepreneurship to the American economy and the role of small business in the free-enterprise system.	
11.03	List the advantages and disadvantages of business ownership.	
12.0	Use blueprints and specifications for trim and finish carpentry--The student will be able to:	
12.01	Read an architect's scale for a trim and finish carpentry job.	
12.02	Determine dimensions from a blueprint.	
12.03	Relate information on blueprints and specifications to real parts, locations, hardware, and fasteners.	
13.0	Install exterior covering and trim-- The student will be able to:	
13.01	Identify the styles of soffit and fascia.	
13.02	Identify the styles of sidings.	
13.03	Install siding and trim.	
14.0	Install an interior door (wood and/or metal)-- The student will be able to:	
14.01	Identify the types and parts of interior-door systems.	
14.02	Install an interior-door jamb and hang a door.	
14.03	Identify and install interior-door hardware.	
15.0	Lay out and construct an interior stair system-- The student will be able to:	
15.01	Identify the types and styles of interior stair systems.	
15.02	Identify the components of an interior-stair system.	
15.03	Calculate the number of risers and treads for an interior-stair system.	
15.04	Lay out, cut, and assemble an interior-stair system (rough and finish).	
16.0	Install an interior wall and ceiling covering-- The student will be able to:	
16.01	Install furring strips.	
16.02	Install drywall.	
16.03	Identify and install paneling and trim.	
16.04	Identify and install ceiling materials and systems.	
17.0	Install cabinets and shelving-- The student will be able to:	
17.01	Identify the types and parts of cabinets.	
17.02	Identify the types of cabinet doors.	
17.03	Identify the types of cabinet hardware.	
17.04	Install cabinet hardware.	
17.05	Install a custom-built cabinet.	
17.06	Install shelving.	
17.07	Construct and laminate a countertop.	
18.0	Use blueprints and specifications for frame carpentry-- The student will be able to:	
18.01	Read an architect's scale for a frame carpentry job.	
18.02	Determine dimensions from a blueprint.	
18.03	Relate information on blueprints and specifications to real parts, locations, hardware, and fasteners.	
19.0	Set up and use a transit and a builder's level-- The student will be able to:	
19.01	Set up and adjust a transit and a builder's level over a point and establish lines over two points.	
19.02	Read a measuring rod.	
19.03	Perform differential leveling.	
20.0	Perform site-preparation and layout activities-- The student will be able to:	
20.01	Identify building layout using math skills.	
20.02	Erect batter boards and locate building lines.	
20.03	Locate building line points on batter boards using a builder's level.	
20.04	Locate building lines on a plot plan.	
20.05	Square a building using the 3-4-5 triangle method and the diagonal method.	
21.0	Install finished roofing components-- The student will be able to:	
21.01	Install composition shingles in a valley.	
21.02	Install roof-flashing components and accessories.	
21.03	Install ridge vent.	
21.04	Frame, sheath, and flash a cricket.	
22.0	Cut and install framing members for a floor (wood and/or metal)-- The student will be able to:	
22.01	Identify and describe floor-framing members including subfloor.	
22.02	Lay out, cut, and install supports for structures (e.g.: sills, columns, beams, and girders).	
22.03	Lay out and install various types of joists and openings including joists for a cantilevered floor.	
22.04	Install various types of bridging.	
22.05	Install various types of subfloors, applying fastening techniques.	
23.0	Cut and install a wall and partition framing (wood and/or metal)-- The student will be able to:	
23.01	Identify framing members used in wall and partition construction.	
23.02	Lay out wall lines and partition locations on a floor.	
23.03	Lay out walls for studs, doors, and windows.	
23.04	Cut studs, trimmers, cripples, headers, and firestops to length.	
23.05	Build T's, corners, and headers.	
23.06	Lay out and assemble wall sections.	
23.07	Install wall sheathing and/or diagonal bracing.	
23.08	Install insulation material and a vapor barrier.	

Additional Information

Laboratory Activities

Laboratory activities are an integral part of this program.  These activities include instruction in the use of safety procedures, tools, equipment, materials, and processes related to these occupations.  Equipment and supplies should be provided to enhance hands-on experiences for students. 

Special Notes

Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)

SkillsUSA is the appropriate career and technical student organization for providing leadership training and reinforcing specific career and technical skills.  Career and Technical Student Organizations provide activities for students as an integral part of the instruction offered.  The activities of such organizations are defined as part of the curriculum in accordance with Rule 6A-6.065, F.A.C.

Accommodations

Federal and state legislation requires the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities as identified on the secondary student’s Individual Educational Plan (IEP) or 504 plan or postsecondary student’s accommodations’ plan to meet individual needs and ensure equal access.  Postsecondary students with disabilities must self-identify, present documentation, request accommodations if needed, and develop a plan with their counselor and/or instructors.  Accommodations received in postsecondary education may differ from those received in secondary education.  Accommodations change the way the student is instructed.  Students with disabilities may need accommodations in such areas as instructional methods and materials, assignments and assessments, time demands and schedules, learning environment, assistive technology and special communication systems.  Documentation of the accommodations requested and provided should be maintained in a confidential file.

Articulation

For details on articulation agreements which correlate to programs and industry certifications refer to http://www.fldoe.org/workforce/dwdframe/artic_frame.asp.