Diploma in Carpentry Studies
Learn valuable carpentry skills for both professional development and personal use, with this free carpentry course.
Description
This Diploma course will first cover the current practices of carpentry and joinery. You will also learn the history of the carpentry trade from primitive to modern times. You will then learn about the most important building materials, fasteners, and adhesives used by carpenters in the construction industry, and get an overview of different carpentry tools and their uses. The course will also cover carpentry apprentice jobs and employment opportunities in the construction industry as well as discuss the safety guidelines and procedures in carpentry.
Next, you will study how to read carpentry and construction plans and elevations, and learn the methodologies for constructing the flooring system. You will learn how to lay out, assemble, and erect wooden frame walls and roof frames. You will study the concrete forms used in construction and the installation of windows and exterior doors in residential projects. The course also covers the requirements for framing stairs including layout techniques, and the work involved in closing off a structure.
Learning an age-old and highly skilled trade like carpentry will keep you in high demand in the construction industry. This Diploma course will be of great interest to all learners who want to further develop their career in carpentry and the construction trade, and also to those who want to learn an incredibly useful trade for personal use. So, check out the course and gain a sound knowledge of the tools, materials, and building methods in carpentry today!
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Module 1: Introduction to Carpentry
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Introduction to Carpentry - Learning Outcomes
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Carpentry as a Trade
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History of Carpentry
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Modern Carpentry
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Opportunities in the Construction Industry and Apprenticeship Program
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Employee Responsibility and Human Relations
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Employer and Employee Safety Obligations
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Lesson Summary
Module 2: Building Materials
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Building Materials - Learning Outcomes
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Introduction to Building Materials
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Lumber
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Plywood
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Building Boards
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Engineered Wood Products
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Pressure-Treated Lumber
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Calculating Lumber Quantities
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Concrete Block Construction
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Commercial Construction Methods
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Module 3: Fasteners and Adhesives
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Fasteners and Adhesives - Learning Outcomes
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Fasteners - Nails and Staples
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Fasteners - Screws and Bolts
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Fasteners - Mechanical Anchors
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Adhesives
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Module 4: Hand and Power Tools
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Hand and Power Tools - Learning Outcomes
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Introduction to Hand and Power Tools
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Hand Tools
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Power Tools
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Some Power Tools Used by Carpenters
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Module 6: Reading Plans and Elevations
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Reading Plans and Elevations - Learning Outcomes
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Introduction to Reading Plans and Elevations
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Drawing Set
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Reading and Interpreting Drawings
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Reading Plans - Other Important Terms
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Organizing Projects and Working with Other Trades
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Lesson Summary
Module 7: Floor Systems
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Floor Systems - Learning Outcomes
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Introduction to Floor Systems
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Methods of Framing Houses
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Building Drawings and Specifications
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Floor Systems
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Constructing Platform Floor Assembly and Installing Joists
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Determining Girder and Joist Sizes
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Module 8: Wall and Ceiling Framing
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Wall and Ceiling Framing - Learning Outcomes
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Introduction to Wall and Ceiling Framing
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Laying Out a Wall
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Assembling and Erecting a Wall
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Ceiling Layout and Framing
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Wall Framing in Masonry
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Module 9: Roof Framing
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Roof Framing - Learning Outcomes
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Introduction to Roof Framing
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Roof Types and Components
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Rafters
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Sheathing
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Truss Construction and Installation
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Other Types of Roof Framing
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Lesson Summary
Module 12: Windows and Exterior Doors
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Windows and Exterior Doors - Learning Outcomes
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Terms Associated with Windows and Exterior Doors
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Window Components, Types, Installation
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Exterior Door Components and Types
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Module 11: Introduction to Concrete
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Introduction to Concrete - Learning Outcomes
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Concrete, Reinforcing Materials, Forms
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Concrete and Concrete Materials
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Concrete Mix Proportions and Measurements
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Special Types of Concrete
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Concrete Curing, Testing, Estimating Volume
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Concrete Reinforcement Materials
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Concrete Forms and Footings
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Module 13: Stair Construction
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Stair Construction - Learning Outcomes
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Introduction to Stair Construction
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Types of Stairs
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Stairway Components and Terminology
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Stair Framing
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Design and Layout of Stairways and Stairwells
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Lesson Summary
Module 5: Diploma in Carpentry Studies - First Assessment
Module 10: Diploma in Carpentry Studies - Second Assessment
Module 14: Diploma in Carpentry Studies - Third Assessment
Module 15: Diploma in Carpentry Studies - Final Assessment
Learning Outcomes
Having completed this course the learner will be able to: - Describe the history and scope of carpentry as a trade; - Identify the opportunities for carpenters in the construction industry; - Classify the various building materials used by carpenters; - List the most commonly used fasteners and adhesives used by people in the carpentry trade; - Explain the different types of hand and power tools available to carpenters; - Outline the general safety procedures and guidelines that should be followed to operate the tools; - Discuss the importance of employee responsibility and human relations to being successful in the trade; - Identify the various types of construction drawings that make a drawing set; - State the guidelines to read and interpret reading plans and drawings, blueprints, and specifications; - List the various terms associated with floor systems, wall, ceiling and roof framing; - Explain the different methods of framing and constructing houses made of wood; - Describe the types of beams/girders and supports used in construction; - Outline the sequence involved in constructing a platform floor assembly; - Summarize the basic procedure for laying out, assembling, and erecting wood frame walls; - Recognize the different types of roofs used in residential construction; - Determine the length of a common rafter required to construct a roof; - Discuss the terms associated with concrete, concrete reinforcing materials, and formwork; - Apply the concrete mixing information to get different types of concrete, designed to suit various purposes; - Explain the basic concrete curing methods and materials; - List the various components of windows, exterior doors, and stairways used in residential construction; - Summarize the basic installation procedure for pre-hung windows; - State the various types of exterior doors used in residential construction; - Identify the essential requirements for framing stairs; - Describe the design and layout techniques used for stairways and stairwells.
Certification
All Alison courses are free to enrol, study and complete. To successfully complete this Diploma course and become an Alison Graduate, you need to achieve 80% or higher in each course assessment. Once you have completed this Diploma course, you have the option to acquire an official Diploma, which is a great way to share your achievement with the world. Your Alison Diploma is:
Ideal for sharing with potential employers - include it in your CV, professional social media profiles and job applications
An indication of your commitment to continuously learn, upskill and achieve high results
An incentive for you to continue empowering yourself through lifelong learning
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Framed Diploma - a physical version of your officially branded and security-marked Diploma in a stylish frame, posted to you with FREE shipping
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