Carpentry and Construction

Top Jobs in Carpentry

Note: Some jobs require education or training beyond the CNM degree/certificate.

Program Highlights

• Blueprint Reading for carpentry
• Material and Techniques for Concrete Forming Techniques
• Framing, Drywall Installation and Taping
• Roofing Systems
• Wall Finishing
• Door Hanging
• Window Installation and Trim Work
• Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD) for Construction
• Cabinetmaking
• Earn your OSHA Occupational Safety for Construction / DOL Card
• General Contractor Business Preparation
• Estimating
• Construction Equipment and Methods

Further Studies

Get Work Experience

• CARP 1392 Framing
• CARP 1492 Interior/Exterior Finishing

Further Your Education

• Architecture
• Architectural/Engineering Drafting
• Construction Management
• Electrical Trades

Related Information

Get Credit for Prior Learning (CPL)

If you have a valid OSHA certification, you can receive credit for courses in the Carpentry and Construction program by filling out the following form:

• Credit for Prior Learning (OSHA)

If you have a valid New Mexico General Building Contractor (GB 98 or GB 2), you can receive credit for a course in the Construction Technology (AAS) General Construction Concentration program by filling out the following form:

• Credit for Prior Learning (General Building Contractor)

Tools You Will Need

• Contact Skilled Trades & Arts to receive a course tool list.