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A Carpenter is the tradesperson who is traditionally on the jobsite from a project's beginning until its completion. Carpenters work closely with all the other trades as workers come and go during the project. The uniqueness of 'building' is what differentiates a career in the dynamic and diverse field of Carpentry. The Carpentry program is designed to feature both shop and off-campus jobsite learning opportunities. Grade 9 & 10 curriculum ensures that our students learn and master fundamental safety and construction skills so that they will be ready to meet and excel while working on real-world, hands-on jobsites throughout grades 11 & 12. The Shawsheen Tech carpentry student participates in the construction of a new home as well as community-based and on-campus building and renovation projects.
Program Highlights
Careers Pathways
- Rough Framing
- Interior & Exterior Finishing
- Hand & Power Tools
- Ladders and Scaffolding
- OSHA10-Hour Safety Credential
- Blueprint Reading and Estimating
- Building Permitting & Inspection Process
- Massachusetts State Building Codes
- Applied Carpentry Mathematics & Theory
- Union or Open Shop Apprenticeship
- Self-employed Carpenter Contractor
- Job Foreman
- Construction Manager
- Architect/Designer
- Civil Engineer
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Many graduates are able to obtain advanced placement in apprenticeship programs.
Articulation agreements exist with several colleges for students to receive credit for coursework completed while at Shawsheen.
CAREER PATHWAYSArchitect
Carpenter
Cabinet Maker
Civil Engineer
Civil Engineering Tech
Construction Trades Trades Person