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Master Course Outline
CARP 223
Residential/Commercial Carpentry VI
Course Description: A lecture-lab course to build upon the skills learned in CARP 222. Training increases skills and
expands tasks learned in CARP 222. Students may participate in on-site construction projects. Tasks are completed
to industry standards and increase in complexity. Problem solving is emphasized. Leadership opportunities are
presented. Course includes a capstone exam to ensure retention of competency in previous Carpentry Technology
program topics. 8 lecture hours; 16 lab hours. Vocational program course. May be used as a general elective in the
AA degree.
Credits: 16
Prerequisites: Completion of CARP 222 with a passing grade and instructor permission
Learning Outcomes:
1. Demonstrate social & personal responsibility necessary for success in the workplace.
2. Demonstrate the ability to comply with organizational rules and policies.
3. Demonstrate safe work habits and safety awareness.
4. Access technical information from physical and online sources.
5. Safely troubleshoot/fix tools that require minor repair or adjustment.
6. Identify tools and demonstrate their safe set-up and use.
7. Perform basic mathematic calculations in relation to assignments.
8. Create project drawings with material lists/estimates, cut lists, and notes.
9. Measure accurately with a tape and scale.
10. Follow directions to achieve safe, accurate, and efficient project construction.
Textbook: Carpentry, by Koel, 6th edition; available through the GHC Bookstore.
Academic Integrity: All forms of cheating, falsification, and plagiarism are against the rules of this course and of
Grays Harbor College. Students who are unsure what constitutes academic dishonesty are responsible for asking
the instructor for clarification. Instances of intentional academic dishonesty will be dealt with severely.
Disabilities: Students who have documented disabilities that require accommodations in compliance with the
Americans with Disabilities Act should contact the Disability Support Services coordinator as well as the instructor
of the course in order to ensure that together we create an optimal environment for educational achievement.
W Day, the final day to officially withdraw from a course, is the Thursday of the seventh week (Thursday of the
fourth week for summer quarter). Students who do not withdraw by that date will receive the grades they have
earned, regardless of whether they are attending the course or completing the work. Students who are
considering withdrawal are strongly advised to consult with the instructor, advisor and financial aid prior to
withdrawing. The only withdrawals allowed after W Day are complete withdrawals from all courses.
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