Course in Carpentry provided by Lighthouse Academy covers the main themes of Carpentry. Carpenters have been traditionally known to work predominantly with wood—though the profession now covers a much wider variety of materials. Responsibilities can vary depending on experience and the environment in which you work.

Objectives of the course:
Students will know the basics of Cutting, shaping, and finishing various building materials. Building doors, window frames, staircases, etc for domestic or commercial settings. Erecting scaffolding and other building structures. Laying flooring and roofs.

Course Key Information:
Duration: 4 months
Faculty/School: Vocational Studies School
Qualification Attained: Vocational Certificate in Carpentry
Code of the Course: VSS133
Location: Online
Fees: $ 450
Start Date: December 2022

Modules:
The modules listed below are those currently intended for delivery in the current academic intake of this course. These may be subject to change in future years as the University regularly revises.

• How to use hand tools, such as chisels, planes, etc: 3 Credits
• Cutting basic joints: 3 Credits
• Cutting and fitting architraves and skirtings: 3 Credits
• Fitting locks: 3 Credits
• Fitting doors into a lining/frame: 3 Credits

Requirements:
To be eligible for admission, you must have English Language (Level B+). A certificate in management, administration, commerce, or any related field is preferred.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES:
Journeyman carpenter

Enrollment:

If you would like to enroll in the program, please send an email to Dr. David Baier, Dean of Vocational Studies School, vocationalschool@lighthouseacademy.org