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Overview
The Construction Technology Program is based upon the National Center for Construction, Education, and Research (Â鶹×ÔÅÄCER) curriculum. The program is designed to provide the skills, knowledge and quality workmanship necessary to become a successful carpenter or cabinetmaker. Students gain hands-on experience in drafting blueprints, designing cabinetry products, framing, roofing and interior/exterior finishing. Students apply those skills to construct project homes on the Beloit and Hays campuses. Upon successful completion of the one-year program, students receive a Construction Technology Certificate.
Beloit Carpentry House Auction
2024-2025 Beloit Carpentry House Layout
Auction Date: May 22, 2025
Time: 7:00 pm
Contact: Mike Cheney, 785-738-9030
Hays Carpentry House Auction
2024-2025 Hays Carpentry House Layout
Auction Date: May 27, 2025
Time: 7:00 pm
Contact: Ethan Kriley, 785-301-2257
Program Outcomes
- Sketch diagrams of building projects and manipulate them into working drawings.
- Demonstrate proper use of drafting tools and equipment to produce working drawings.
- Lay out building lines for footings and foundations. Setting batter boards and demonstrate correct use of leveling instruments.
- Construct floor, wall and roof systems. Apply framing square techniques for rafter and stair applications.
- Complete exterior wall and finishes including doors, windows and trim.
- Acquaint self with estimating of building materials and labor costs.
- Establish a working estimate of materials and labor from a working drawing or blueprint.
- Estimate and install wall and ceiling insulation on an existing structure.
- Hang, tape, and finish drywall on walls and ceilings. Complete interior finish process by painting, texturing and installing doors and trim.
- Develop a plan for designing and creating working drawings for cabinetry to complete interior finish process.
- Demonstrate proper and safe use of portable and stationary power tools.
- Exhibit construction methods used in the cabinet industry.
Students,
This tool list is for students enrolling in the Carpentry/ Cabinetmaking program at Fort Hays Tech | Â鶹×ÔÅÄ in Beloit, Kansas. The tools on this list are a guideline to follow and the prices are from local vendors so they could vary 10%-15% higher or lower depending on where you get them.
If you already have some of the tools on the list, I don't expect you to go out and purchase new ones. The brands of tools on the list are just an example of what I expect you to have as far as the quality of the tools. If you would rather buy a Craftsman, Makita, DeWalt or another quality cordless drill, that is fine. The key is quality!! The same goes with any of the items on the list, such as the framing hammer brand or the brand on the screwdrivers or chisels. One of the things that can be a problem is the staplers. If you want to use my staples, then the staplers need to be able to accept Arrow T-50 type staples. I will not buy staples for other brands. The tool box always seems to be an issue so feel free to buy a poly type tool box or another type, just so it is big enough to hold your tools. Many of the tool boxes available can double as a step stool or a work bench, as well as storing your tools. Several students are purchasing the Milwaukee pack out boxes and they seem to be quite handy for storing and organizing your tools. The regular carpenter box on the list can be hard to find, so just make sure you have a tool box large enough for your tools and preferably one that can be locked. Another item that I run into problems with is the framing square. Make sure you purchase a framing square that has the rafter tables on it. We work a lot with the framing square, and if you have one that doesn't have the rafter tables on it, you have to run down one of mine, out in the shop, and then try to catch back up on what we are talking about.
The reason for this list at enrollment is so you will have all summer to shop for the tools. If you need to order tools, give the vendors some notice so you will have what you need when the new school year rolls around. Hope this helps and hope to see you in the fall!!
Thank you,
Mike Cheney Carpentry/Cabinetmaking Instructor-Fort Hays Tech | Â鶹×ÔÅÄ
Carpentry Vendor Quotes
Required Courses
| Course Code | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| OSHA-110 | OSHA Training | 1 |
| CC-101 | Basic Drafting | 1 |
| CC-106 | Introductory Craft Skills | 3 |
| CC-107A | Construction Basics | 2 |
| CC-113 | Carpentry I | 3 |
| CC-114 | Carpentry II | 4 |
| SS-102 | Tech Connect | 0 |
| TOTAL | 14 | |
| Course Code | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CC-105 | Cabinetmaking | 4 |
| CC-110 | Windows and Doors | 3 |
| CC-111 | Interior Finish | 3 |
| CC-112 | Exterior Finish | 1 |
| CC-115 | Concrete Technology | 3 |
| TOTAL | 14 | |
| Course Code | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CIS-100 | Computer Applications Tâ–¸ | 3 |
| MA-102 | Essential Math Tâ–¸ | 3 |
| SS-100 | General Psychology Tâ–¸ | 3 |
| TOTAL | 9 | |
Additional Notes
Optional: The Construction Technology program can be combined with other construction trade programs (Heavy Equipment Operation or Plumbing Heating and Air-Conditioning) to achieve an Associate of Applied Science degree in Building Construction Technology. *Note additional General Education courses required.
Post Graduate Jobs
| Job Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Project Managers Metal Building Co. | $40,000 |
| Cabinet Shops | $15 / hr |
| Residential Framing Crew | $18 / hr |
| General Contractor | $60,000 |
| Laborer Forman and Lead Carpenters | $22 / hr |
Transfer Options
This program offers a seamless transition to Fort Hays State University for the following degrees: