Statewide Program of Study: Carpentry — Page 1�
Revised–May 2024
Architecture and Construction Career Cluster
The Architecture and Construction career cluster focuses on designing, planning, managing, building, and maintaining the built environment. This career cluster includes occupations ranging from architect, carpenter, and construction manager to electrician, plumber, and heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration technician.
Statewide Program of Study: Carpentry
The Carpentry program of study focuses on occupational and educational opportunities related to constructing, installing, and repairing structures and fixtures made of wood (including frameworks, partitions, joists, studding, rafters, and stairways). The program of study includes installing, dismantling, or moving machinery and heavy equipment according to layout plans, blueprints, or other drawings.
Secondary Courses for High School Credit
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Level 4 |
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Aligned Advanced Academic Courses
Dual Credit | Dual credit offerings will vary by local education agency. |
Students should be advised to consider these course opportunities to enrich their preparation. AP or IB courses not listed under the Secondary Courses for High School Credit section of this framework document do not count towards concentrator/completer status for this program of study.
Work-Based Learning and Expanded Learning Opportunities
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Expanded Learning Opportunities |
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Aligned Industry-Based Certifications
Carpentry
Example Postsecondary Opportunities
Apprenticeships
Associate Degrees
Bachelor’s Degrees
Master’s, Doctoral, and Professional Degrees
Example Aligned Occupations
Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers
Median Wage: $44,699
Annual Openings: 758
10-Year Growth: 14%
Carpenters
Median Wage: $46,272
Annual Openings: 5,623
10-Year Growth: 15%
Construction Managers
Median Wage: $95,072
Annual Openings: 6,325
10-Year Growth: 24%
Successful completion of the Carpentry program of study will fulfill requirements of the Business and Industry endorsement.
Data Source: TexasWages, Texas Workforce Commission. Retrieved 3/8/2024.
For more information visit: https://tea.texas.gov/academics/college-career-and-military-prep/career-and-technical-education/programs-of-study-additional-resources
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Architecture and Construction Career Cluster
Statewide Program of Study: Carpentry
Course Information
Level 1
Course | | Prerequisites | Corequisites | Career Clusters |
Principles of Construction* 13004220 (1 credit) | | Prerequisites: None�Corequisites: None Recommended Prerequisites: None Recommended Corequisites: None | |
Level 2
Course | | Prerequisites | Corequisites | Career Clusters |
Construction Technology I 13005100 (2 credits) | | Prerequisites: None�Corequisites: None Recommended Prerequisites: Principles of Construction or Principles of Architecture Recommended Corequisites: None | 1. Architecture and Construction 2. Manufacturing |
Entrepreneurship I* 13011101 (1 credit) | | Prerequisites: None�Corequisites: None Recommended Prerequisites: Principles of Business, Marketing and Finance Recommended Corequisites: None | |
Level 3
Course | | Prerequisites | Corequisites | Career Clusters |
Construction Technology II 13005200 (2 credits) | | Prerequisites: Construction Technology l�Corequisites: None Recommended Prerequisites: Principles of Construction or Principles of Architecture Recommended Corequisites: None | 1. Architecture and Construction |
* Indicates course is included in more than one program of study.
For additional information on the Architecture and Construction career cluster, �contact cte@tea.texas.gov or visit https://tea.texas.gov/cte
[LEA name] does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, or disability in its programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: [title], [address], [telephone number], [email]. Further nondiscrimination information can be found at Notification of Nondiscrimination in Career and Technical Education Programs.
Carpentry
Course | | Prerequisites | Corequisites | Career Clusters |
Practicum in Construction Technology* First Time Taken: 13005250 (2 credits) Second Time Taken: 13005260 (2 credits) | | Prerequisites: Construction Technology ll; Building Maintenance Technology II; Electrical Technology II; Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) and Refrigeration Technology II; Plumbing Technology I; or Mill and Cabinetmaking Technology Corequisites: None Recommended Prerequisites: None Recommended Corequisites: None | |
Practicum in Entrepreneurship* First Time Taken: 13011111 (2 credits) | | Prerequisites: None�Corequisites: None Recommended Prerequisites: Entrepreneurship I and Entrepreneurship II or successful completion of at least two courses in a CTE program of study Recommended Corequisites: None | 1. Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources 2. Architecture and Construction 3. Arts, Audio Visual Technology and Communication 4. Business, Marketing, and Finance 5. Health Science 6. Hospitality and Tourism 7. Human Services 8. Information Technology 9. Manufacturing 10. Transportation, Distribution and Logistics |
Level 4
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Architecture and Construction Career Cluster
Statewide Program of Study: Carpentry
Course Information
Level 4
Course | | Prerequisites | Corequisites | Career Clusters |
Career Preparation for Programs of Study* First Time Taken: 12701121 (2 credits) | | Prerequisites: At least one Level 2 or higher Career and Technical Education course Corequisites: None Recommended Prerequisites: None Recommended Corequisites: None | |
Career Preparation for Programs of Study + Extended Career Preparation* First Time Taken: 12701141 (3 credits) | | Prerequisites: At least one Level 2 or higher Career and Technical Education course Corequisites: None Recommended Prerequisites: None Recommended Corequisites: None | |
* Indicates course is included in more than one program of study.
Carpentry
For additional information on the Architecture and Construction career cluster,�contact cte@tea.texas.gov or visit https://tea.texas.gov/cte
[LEA name] does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, or disability in its programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: [title], [address], [telephone number], [email]. Further nondiscrimination information can be found at Notification of Nondiscrimination in Career and Technical Education Programs.