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Apprenticeship Carpentry JATC Technology: AAS (CTE)


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Associate of Applied Science | 63 credits minimum

Apprenticeship and Construction Related Technology Division
Taylorsville Redwood Campus CT 274
General Information 801-957-4073
Program Information 801-957-4066
Program Website
Academic and Career Advising

Program Faculty
Generally, Apprenticeship faculty members are chosen from journeymen who are working in the field with a minimum of six years’ experience. All instructors are hired as adjunct on a semester-by-semester basis.

Program Description
Carpenters in the JATC program construct, remodel, alter or repair wood in combination with other material structures. Carpenters work with wood products, build concrete forms, platforms, structures and work in conjunction with other trades such as iron workers, brick masons and other craft workers. This program is a competency-based national curriculum requiring that all of the modules and 8,000 hours of on-the-job training be completed to sit for the National Comprehensive Examination for a journeyman’s certificate.

The College provides classroom-related and supplemental instruction for apprenticeship programs. Classes are held in the days, evenings, and Saturdays, depending on the program. The College neither provides on-the-job training nor acts as a sponsor for apprentices. Individuals must locate their own sponsors. For individual industry-sponsored programs, students should contact their employers’ training director or the Apprenticeship Office.

The Department of Labor Office of Apprenticeship is the federal registering agency for all Utah programs. For National credentials, students and sponsors need to be registered with the Federal Office of Apprenticeship, 125 South State Street, Suite 2412, Salt Lake City, UT 84138. Sponsors are encouraged to be registered with the Office of Apprenticeship.

Career Opportunities
Apprenticeship students are expected to be employed while participating in related training course work.

Transfer/Articulation Information
Students who earn an AAS degree in Apprenticeship Carpentry JATC Technology have the option to transfer into the Technology Management Bachelor Degree at Utah Valley University. UVU will accept up to 45 technical credits towards this degree.

Estimated Cost for Students
Tuition per semester: http://www.slcc.edu/cashiering/tuition-and-fees.aspx

Note: Apprenticeship programs are not eligible for financial aid.

Estimated Time to Completion
Apprenticeship programs are composed of two parts: (1) on-the-job training is provided by a sponsor who exposes the apprentice to practical applications in all phases of a particular craft; (2) classroom-related instruction is designed to provide the apprentice with knowledge of theoretical and technical aspects of their craft. Total completion of an apprenticeship program will take up to five years, depending upon the craft.

Program Entry Requirements
All entering students must demonstrate competence for placement into MATH 0980  by scoring a minimum of 75 on the arithmetic portion of the College Placement Test, or provide a transcript showing a grade of C or higher in MATH 0920  or MATH 0950  or completing CPA 1470  (Math for the Trades) with a grade of C or higher before registering for the carpentry independent program.

For information on getting started, please visit http://www.slcc.edu/students-future/admissions/index.aspx

Program Student Learning Outcomes Related College-Wide Student Learning Outcomes
  1 - Acquire substantive knowledge.
2 - Communicate Effectively.
3 - Develop quantitative literacies.
4 - Think critically and creatively.
5 - Develop knowledge and skills to be civically engaged.
6 - Develop the knowledge and skills to work with others in a professional and constructive manner.
7 - Develop computer and information literacy.
1. Students will achieve entry-level proficiency in all areas of carpentry as well as advanced training as work experience is added. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
2. Students will be prepared to continue in the workforce having the necessary workplace skills. 2, 3, 4, 5

General Education Requirements


Core Skills


Composition (EN) 1 course


Quantitative Studies (QS) 1 course


Communication (CM) 1 course


Human Relations (HR) 1 course


Distribution Areas (9 Credits)


Choose 1 course each from 3 of the following Distribution Areas; 3 courses total

Note


CPA students may still be short credit hours after having completed the major course requirements and general education requirements. If so, additional credit hours from one of the distribution areas will be necessary to meet the 63 credit hour minimum for the AAS degree.

Sample Schedule*


Summer Semester


Students should complete the following course to begin the program in the Fall:

(If CPT score not adequate; required for AAS degree)

Total: 0-5


Total: 5


Total: 5


Total: 6


Total: 5


Total: 5


Summer Semester*


  • HR 2-3
  • Distribution 3

Total: 5-6


Total: 5


Total: 5


Summer Semester*


  • Distribution 6

Total: 6


Total: 5


Total: 5


Advising Notes


Apprenticeship programs may require a math prerequisite. Classes are to be taken in the sequence in which they are given. A grade of C or better is required in all core courses for passing and receiving clock hours. Some programs may have stricter requirements. Students should check their individual programs for more information on prerequisites and entrance requirements.

Attendance is mandated by federal law and a student cannot pass a course if out of compliance. Failure to complete the necessary coursework or to register in a timely manner for each class will add one full year to the apprentice’s program.

All Major CPA Course Requirements must be taken to complete the apprenticeship curriculum.

It is the students’ responsibility to understand the requirements for their chosen program of study and to examine each course description for details about the prerequisite classes. It is highly recommended that each student meet with the Apprenticeship Program Advisor prior to starting this program. The Program Advisor may be reached in Academic and Career Advising.

*It is recommended to those students seeking the AAS degree to complete the general education requirements in the summer semesters or the year following completion of all the Apprenticeship core courses.

Additional Program Note


A Certificate in Carpentry JATC Technology is also available. For more information about this certificate, contact the Apprenticeship Office, Taylorsville Redwood Campus, CT 274, (801) 957-4066.

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