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Carpentry Career 
Sunday, 30 November 2008

Shop class probably made you fall in love working with tools. It gave you the chance to make a table, chair or even a bird house. But there are other things you need to learn if you want to pursue carpentry career so after graduating from high school, make it a point to go to carpentry school.

 

There are many carpentry schools all across the country so you don't have to move out of town or state. You should first check if this is being offered in the nearby community, technical or vocational college.

 

If there is one, find out what does their curriculum cover. It should have subjects such as math, estimation of costs of jobs, times and materials, use of equipment and tools as well as various techniques in carpentry.

 

Another thing you have to consider when you select a carpentry school is which career in carpentry you are striving for. Is it to pursue a residential or commercial career in carpentry? The difference between the two is that you can start a residential carpentry career in less than half the time it will take to be a commercial carpenter because the latter requires more skills and even certification.

 

For those who are not sure yet why they want to do pick a school that offers both residential and commercial carpentry training. This will give you time to study how to install doors, frames, roofing systems, scaffolding and a host of other things making you a well rounded professional.

 

You should also consider how much the tuition is. Can you afford to study in this school? If you can't, don't give up just yet because they may have a scholarship program that you can avail of.

 

Apart from schools in the neighborhood, you can also enroll in such a course online. You get to learn the same things as though you are in the classroom and at the end; you also get certification upon successful completion.

 

If the program or money is not an issue, the only thing you have to worry about now is the success rate of people who graduated from the program in finding a job. Some of these schools may not have a job placement program which means you have to look for one yourself. Others are more helpful because they have tie ups with carpenter contractors or with the various carpentry associations.

 

Once you have all the information, try to narrow down your options to at least 3 to 5 schools. You then review what each one can offer to students and which of these is favorable to you. From there, all you have to do now is enroll in be willing to accept the training they are giving you. 

 

You don't get a bachelor's degree in carpentry when you finish a program given by the community, technical or vocational college. What you have in your hand is a simply a certificate of completion which makes you someone qualified to work in that profession.

 

What you do after you obtain your certificate is up to you. If you want to work right away, find employment as an apprentice. To further enhance your skills, it will be a good idea to pursue higher education so you can work in a specialized field in carpentry. If you want to be your own, then start your own carpentry contractor business.

 

You have a lot of options and going to school is the first step when you decide to pursue a carpentry career.

POSTED BY: Rich Lanning AT 12:04 pm   |  Permalink   |  0 Comments  |  E-mail this
Sunday, 30 November 2008

Being a carpenter involves a lot of backbreaking work. Is it worth pursuing? It depends who you ask but those who have been doing it for years are satisfied with the benefits they get choosing a carpentry career.

 

One thing that most people would like to know is how much do you earn as a carpenter. Depending on your experience and where you are working, the annual salary range is from a little less than $18,000 to just a little over $49,000.

 

Since most carpenters are part of a union, you can expect to be covered with insurance, medical, dental, vision, medicine, disability and pension benefits. This means that the longer you stay, the more you get.

 

You become part of the union the moment you sign up as an apprentice. This will allow you to train in various centers in the US and Canada so your skills are updated with any developments in the construction industry.

 

What is even better is that you don't have pay for it because this is shouldered by the union. Of course this is not entirely true because they are just returning what is due to you when a certain percentage of your salary is given to them in the form of union dues.

 

Further training can also be acquired given that the union has partnerships with contractors, government agencies, industry users and suppliers.

 

Since you have the opportunity to study in both, get the one that offers classroom instruction and not just on the job training because it is nice to learn theories first before applying it which makes you a better candidate to land a high paying job.

 

One other benefit of being part of the union is the ability to find work. They can call up some people they know so you will be able to put food on the table however this should not stop you from looking for employment on your own by looking at newspaper ads, online or calling your former employer. 

 

Wherever you work, pay is commensurate with experience. In carpentry, this could mean leaving carpentry and then moving up to a managerial position within the company. If you are ready to go into business, you can leave your employer and start up your own firm. Instead of doing the back breaking work, you will have people doing that for you so make sure that your employees are able to satisfy the demands of the customer.

 

The benefits you get in a carpentry career are many and the one you will probably thank who is looking out for you is the union. But if you want to become more successful than others, you have to show that in your performance everyday on the job so people will take notice and praise you for hard work and dedication.

 

To know more about what other benefits you get when you decide to become a carpenter, you should take this up with your union representative. There are some variations from state to state which is something you have to live with.

 

If you don't want to be part of the union, think again because there are more benefits as a member compared to a non-member for people who want to pursue a carpentry career.

POSTED BY: Rich Lanning AT 12:03 pm   |  Permalink   |  E-mail this
Sunday, 30 November 2008

Anyone interested in pursuing a carpentry career must establish knowledge in the chosen profession.  It is important to be trained and certified in the profession we have chosen.   Undergoing training and educational programs that will enhance our skill in the selected field would ensure a brighter future ahead. 

 

With carpentry, there are two main types of carpentry to choose from.  First is structural carpentry.  Structural carpentry deals mainly with buildings.  The second one, detail carpentry, is mainly involved with building and restoring furniture and other similar items.  Structural carpentry requires more education and experience. 

 

There are some skills necessarily present or needed in order to be good carpenter.  Making sure that you're physically fit is important since carpentry is very much involved in physical and manual labor.  Math skills are also needed.  For anybody who would like to purse a career in woodworking, wood shop is also important.

 

High school and college students who are thinking about entering into the carpentry career normally take additional math courses to have a head start about woodworking. 

 

For people who are no longer in college or high school there are several trade schools and vocational institutions that offer carpentry training programs.  Every locality is likely to have a trade school in the area.  Trade schools offer carpentry courses along with other courses like automotive or mechanics. 

 

Vocational institutes and trade school offer carpentry practical training, in-depth curriculums and academic knowledge.  Students are taught how to read blueprints, understand and comply with building codes, equipment use, foundation layouts, framing and roofing.

 

Typical coursework for Carpentry programs includes topics such as how to:

 

* Estimate time and materials for various types of projects

 

* Read construction plans

 

* Measure, cut, drill, join, fasten, and finish materials

 

* Safely use tools, materials and fasteners

 

* Construct foundations, frames, roofs, and siding

 

* Install drywall, floors, doors, windows, and trim

 

* Repair existing structures

 

Distance learning or online Certificate Programs in Carpentry are also being offered nowadays by accredited collages and vocational schools.   This is to offer flexible course timetable to students that may still be involved in current work or personal responsibilities.

 

Practical training or on the job training is also a prerequisite for soon-to-be carpenters.  More experience and knowledge is garnered from hands-on experiences. 

 

There is another form of training called apprenticeship.  With apprenticeship, a more-experienced and well-established carpenter is asked to guide or train an interested or starting carpenter.  This means a beginner get to work closely with an expert carpenter and learning a lot hands-on. 

 

Carpentry is mostly offered as a specialization, like cabinet making or ship carpentry.  Carpentry schools offer courses that enable the student to select if there would be any field he would like to specialize. 

 

Getting the best training in carpentry can help the students get positions in construction and in the building industry.  Good training can provide students the understanding needed in this business, making it possible to improve their employment and also salary. 

 

Carpentry is very important to the construction industry and also to the economy.  In 2002, in the United States 1.2 million people are in the carpentry industry.  It is expected to increase in the years to come.  With proper and good training and good skills, carpenters can anticipate a gaining and permanent employment.  With a good education and training, your carpentry career is sure to reach sky high. 

POSTED BY: Rich Lanning AT 11:57 am   |  Permalink   |  E-mail this
Sunday, 30 November 2008

Some people are meant to be stockbrokers while others are bankers. If you like working with your hands, perhaps you should consider carpentry as a career. A carpenter is someone who builds stuff primarily from wood. He cuts, fits and joins the parts together to form something as basic like a chair or a table.

 

There are two types of carpenters around. The first is the residential carpenter while the other is commercial. One works in people's homes while the other gets to work in a construction site like an office and since he gets to work in different places, it requires a lot of certification.

 

In most construction projects, contractors have more than one carpenter on hand to get the job done.

 

For starters, a rough carpenter is called in to do rough carpentry work like assemble the frames, formwork, roofing and other large scale work which does not require a polished appearance.

 

Someone who does a similar job to the rough carpenter is the framer. The difference between the two is that the framer builds the skeletal structure of a building and some of the techniques he uses which the rough carpenter may not be familiar with include balloon framing, platform framing or timber framing.

 

When he is finished, another carpenter known as a joister comes in to put floor joists that happen to be the horizontal boards that connect the frame of the structure at the level just below the floor so it will be able to hold the weight. This is also used for the deck of a building.

 

Once this is in place, the finish carpenter or joiner finishes the work done by the two individuals. Some of the things they work on include cabinets, chairs and tables.

 

As for the doors, windows and other ornamental work, that job is taken cared of by the trim carpenter.

 

The roofer specializes in roof construction by taking care of the beams, rafters and trusses.

 

But carpenters do not work only in construction sites. Some find employment in the entertainment industry as part of the stage crew when a film or television show is being made. Their job is to make the set and then dismantle it when the show is over. Other carpenters may also find work in building, maintaining or repairing ships.

 

Wherever the carpenter works, he has to certain rules to get the job done. Before hammering away, he has to look at the layout then do some measurements. This will enable him to estimate how much materials will be needed and how long it will take to complete. When the materials are ready, some of the wood is cut in the specific shape while other tools are used to increase the accuracy of his work.

 

When the project is complete, he can look back and be proud of what he did then add this to his portfolio.

 

You should know that a carpentry career is quite stressful. You will have to bend, climb, kneel and do all sorts of things to get the job done. You are at risk of getting hurt since you could fall, slip or cut yourself when you are working with sharp tools. But if you are able to overcome that, then you will know doubt have a successful career as a carpenter.

POSTED BY: Rich Lanning AT 11:56 am   |  Permalink   |  E-mail this
Sunday, 30 November 2008

A carpentry career has its own advantages. Even going into the carpentry business presents its own benefits. Before getting into this path, one should first try get the facts and consider them before deciding if the field of carpentry is the way to go. Here are some of those facts to consider for people who wish to become carpenters someday or are still finding it hard to decide on becoming one.

 

In terms of financial benefits, carpentry may be considered as an enriching career also. But this would require a high level of proficiency and experience in the job. There is a lot of money to make as a carpenter depending on how good you are. When a carpenter does good work, a lot of clients would become pleased.

 

They might want to ensure your services in the future and also may decide in giving you more than an average pay. Not only that, some clients may even try to refer you to other people they know that would need the services of a carpenter. This would mean added opportunities to earn more.

 

The money for an employed carpenter can also be great especially for long employment tenure. Companies would reward good work by raising the wages of long standing carpenter employees. Whether working for a company or as a carpenter for hire, the income for a carpenter is more than good enough. It all depends on how good the carpenter is and how good he is on his work.

 

Another important advantage that a carpentry career offers is an ever changing working environment. In the sense of working from one area to another, a carpenter gets to work on a usually outdoor setting. A carpenter is not limited to working on a boring office. A carpenter does not have to worry just staying in one place and worry about going to the same work desk day in and day out. Each work project for a carpenter usually presents different unique challenges making work quite exciting.

 

Along the same lines a carpenter also has the chance of getting to know and deal with quite a number of different people along the way. It can be quite different from a common desk or office work where one has to deal with the same people, usually for the rest of one's working life.

 

When going on a carpentry business, one also enjoys being one's own boss. And it doesn't usually require a lot for one to start off a carpentry business. One can start as a freelance carpenter for hire once getting the right connections. With the demand that carpentry attracts, one does not have to wait long to get projects, starting with small ones that eventually will lead to bigger and more enriching ones.

 

As compared to a factory job, a carpenter does not have to just specialize on working the same type of machinery and won't be stuck doing so for the rest of his life. Depending on the experience and the type of work that a carpenter has gone through, there are various types of carpentry related work available that one can try out.

 

The wide range of work carpenters can go into can span from building bridges, large buildings and houses to specializing in building cabinets, chairs and other similar products.

POSTED BY: Rich Lanning AT 11:55 am   |  Permalink   |  E-mail this
Sunday, 30 November 2008

A carpentry career takes work and planning. Competencies and skills have to be built following a certain period of time. And just like any other career, success in this field also depends on the core competencies developed as one starts on the job. This is aside from the skills that are required to become a competent carpenter.

 

Certain competencies need to be developed as each carpentry task in different areas of work can be somewhat different. But usually, most of them involve the same basic steps. Most jobs in carpentry initially involve working from blueprints or from just instructions given by supervisors. Carpenters may also need to do the layout of the structure which now involves measuring, marking, and materials planning. Carpenters should also put into consideration if the layout fits in accordance with local building codes.

 

After the initial layout, carpenters may proceed with cutting and shaping wood and other associated materials. And during this time, carpenters may already be adept in using hand and power tools. Joining the materials together with nails, screws, staples, or adhesives comes next. After that, carpenters would then do a final check of the accuracy of their work according to the blueprint provided.

 

This would require the use of levels, rules, plumb bobs, carpentry squares, and measuring equipment. If there are corrections, carpenters should also know how to make the necessary adjustments. Just by going through the basic process, it can be understood that certain carpentry competencies can be important, even in entry level jobs.

 

For future carpenters, there is an important need to develop entry level competencies from the very start. Before one can become a well-rounded and experienced carpenter, there might be a need for a student to take the job as a carpenter's helper. Entry level knowledge and competence usually involves learning about basic helper duties and how to perform them.

 

As a carpenter helper knowledge about the use and care of basic materials might be needed. Entry level carpentry jobs may also require knowledge about basic interpretation of drawings and blueprints. Safety considerations on the work site as well as in the use of tools are also essential for developing entry level competencies.

 

After getting through the entry level carpentry basics, would be carpenters may need to equip themselves with additional developmental knowledge and training. This level would allow the carpenter to have the skills that would be required to perform standard construction and repair jobs.

 

Carpenters in training would go on to learn about how to work using sketches and blueprints as well as following work orders. Setting up and operating standard tools and equipment as well as learning how to work independently performing standard construction and repair tasks would already be practiced and performed at this level of competency.

 

From the basic and standard construction tasks and knowledge, the more experienced carpenter will now proceed to learning about more complex carpentry career knowledge. Learning how to interpret and perform more complex blueprints and drawings to exact specifications is learned at this level. Carpenters now would know how to develop and implement working schedules as well as becoming more adept in selecting and using appropriate materials.

 

Knowledge of advanced shop mathematics is also important since working with precision instruments and equipment are also being tackled.

POSTED BY: Rich Lanning AT 11:53 am   |  Permalink   |  E-mail this
Sunday, 30 November 2008

Like any other job, a carpentry career requires comprehensive training as well as the necessary education in order to succeed in the profession. Without building the necessary knowledge and skills, would be carpenters might not even make it past the entry level profession. Continuous training and skills development is required as the carpenter gains experience and knowledge while on the job.

 

One of the benefits of learning carpentry is that it can begin sometime during high school. Subjects in math such as algebra and geometry can help a future carpenter as well as learning about blueprint reading and drawing at general shop class. This will equip one with the early skills needed by carpenters for further training. Early carpentry basics help carpenters develop their skills and knowledge in the profession more quickly.

 

After high school, there are other two different paths that a future carpenter can take to know about the profession. After high school, one can try and attend vocational or trade school offering carpentry training. Trade related training at community colleges may help provide people with the appropriate knowledge as well as possible certification to become an accomplished carpenter.

 

A good thing about carpentry courses is that one does not need to take the course for four years to complete. Three years usually would be enough. But students should also consider that completing a carpentry course would not lead into a college degree. Instead a student will receive a certificate of completion for finishing the course which can then be used as part of one's credentials for job applications.

 

From a practical view, one can start working as a carpenter's helper and starts by assisting more experienced carpenters. This can be considered as an on the job training where one learns about carpentry while working. This is the practical approach for those who have already gained substantial knowledge about carpentry and may be confident enough to start on the job while learning.

 

There are also other construction firms that offer apprenticeship programs to willing participants. Apprenticeship programs may differ from one company to another, but they usually combine classroom instruction and on the job application. Apprenticeships are usually open to applicants who are 18 years old and above. Such a program may last from three to four years.

 

The advantage of apprenticeship programs is that they offer both theoretical and practical applications required for the profession. While on the job, apprentice carpenters can learn basic carpentry techniques and elementary structural design as well as carpentry techniques. Classroom instruction provides knowledge on basic safety practices, essential carpentry skills such as basic drafting, work planning and scheduling as well as lessons in cost estimation.

 

Getting into a carpentry career should be treated like any other type of career one would like to follow. The passion for the work should be there. The passion would be a great part of the driving force for a future carpenter to spend years in trying to learn about the craft.

 

With the right motivation, it would be easier for anyone to get the right carpentry education in order to succeed in the profession.

POSTED BY: Rich Lanning AT 11:51 am   |  Permalink   |  E-mail this
Sunday, 30 November 2008

A carpentry career is anything but easy. Being a carpenter for some seems like a lowly job. But it can actually be an enriching one too. Just imagine being able to create beautiful structures out of wood, shaping them from just blocks to something useful such as a roof over people's heads. There is quite a different sort of fulfillment that one gets being a carpenter. And it takes a different kind of person to become one.

 

In the field of carpentry, one has to be accustomed to physical labor. For the most part, the work of carpenters always involves the use of hands and muscle power. But it is usually coupled with a good eye for measuring things. Carpentry can also be about an exact science in terms of measurements and not just an artful craft.

 

Carpentry skills are developed mostly by practice and not just through reading, although skill improvement also requires a great deal of that. Most of the experienced carpenters today have initially picked up their carpentry skills on the job.  But there are also educational institutions and vocational school that also offer skills training. Although carpentry may be learned through years of practice, certain employers want to make sure that carpenters have all the necessary skills and proficiency in the field before they hire them.

 

That is why most employers require carpenters to undergo apprenticeship training. This is considered as the best way for would be carpenters to be provided with the most comprehensive carpentry training. What apprenticeship provides is not just skills development in a classroom setting. What it provides is the essential practical carpentry experience by doing real work.

 

What apprenticeship does is that it teaches basic design principles and familiarizes would be carpenters with the skills such as framing, interior and exterior finishing as well as layout. The apprenticeship program also helps would be carpenters gain experience in the use of carpentry tools, materials and other equipment. Other aspects of carpentry such as learning about safety issues, basic medical skills, blueprint reading, mechanical drawing, shop math, and various carpentry techniques are also tackled.

 

Apprenticeship programs usually take a certain period of time to accomplish. Some may undergo apprenticeship training that can last from two to four years. The period of training can also depend on the skill level and proficiency of the participant. Aside from apprenticeships, other employers may also provide additional training to carpenter employees.

 

But these are considered as supplementary skills training in that they are not usually a general prerequisite. Different employers may provide training to carpenters primarily to help them better understand the system being followed. The level of training would also depend on the size of the establishment.

 

A carpentry career may also require a lot of qualification. Depending on the area or region, qualifications may vary. But generally, getting into carpentry does not necessarily require one to have a high school diploma, although it can be very helpful and advantageous.

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Sunday, 30 November 2008

Carpentry career is one of the oldest professions. Carpentry dates back to the early days of man using crude tools. Ancient Greeks showed the skills in carpentry through the temples that they have built to show reverence for their gods and goddesses. While in Asia, ancient Japanese also showed their skill in carpentry through the buildings they have constructed. These buildings dates back to 7th century and some of these buildings are still standing up to this day.

 

We can trace the history of carpentry back to 8000 B.C. During this time, early people are using stone axes to construct their shelters. Several studies and researches showed that early Stone Age Europeans were building rectangular timber houses more than 100 feet long. 

 

Egyptians were already using copper woodworking tools as early as 4000 B.C. These copper made tools evolved into bronze tools used in 2000 B.C. Egyptians were very proficient in drilling, dovetailing, mitering, and mortising wood. 

 

The word carpenter was derived from the Latin word carpentarius. Carpentarius is the person who builds the two- wheeled chariots called carpentum in Latin. Roman carpenters were already using adzes, saws, rasps, awls, gouges and planes. 

 

In the Middle Ages, carpenters found work in large towns. They would travel along with their tools to other villages where a major construction project is ongoing. During this age, steel-edged hand tools were already part of the carpenter's toolbox. Skills in carpentry is already much developed because of the construction of ornate designs for churches and castles.

 

Carpenter guilds started in the twelfth century. There were three kinds of members in the guild: masters, journeymen and apprentices. The master was a carpenter with much experience and knowledge that takes an apprentice and trains them. The apprentice trained and lived with the master. He is provided with food, clothing and shelter but works without any payment. 

 

After five to nine years, an apprentice can become a journeyman. A journeyman can already work for wages. Eventually, he could become a master. Carpentry guilds were the forerunners of the modern labor unions and associations. 

 

In 1724, Carpenter unions were established to help workers in such things as regulated number of hours. Work hours used to be eleven hours but through the union efforts it was lessened to the present standard of eight hours. Benefits and assistance were also offered to unemployed members. 

 

During the Renaissance period and afterward, carpenters were already constructing splendid buildings in this period. Meanwhile medieval carpenters were already using tools that can be found in modern toolboxes. As a matter of fact, in 1873 the electric power drill was used for the first time.  The hand drill was developed in used in 1917. Electric portable saws were being used in 1925.

 

There was a city literally hammered together in the 1700's by carpenters. Much of the work was done by slaves that the builders own or hired, but the carpenters worked on the structures, smokehouses, dairies and other outbuildings. They also worked on the brick structures lay-outing. The colonial city that they built is the City of Williamsburg.

 

Colonial carpenters built the city of Williamsburg and it still stand today. This colonial city prides their historic attractions as testament to the skill of the colonial carpenters.  There would be reenactments of colonial life in this city and the construction being done during the 1700s. 

 

Nowadays a carpentry career is much easier with the aid of different electronic tools that make work easier and more efficient. But the heights reached by the current carpentry can never be accomplished without its rich history. 

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Sunday, 30 November 2008

Planning a carpentry career can be like any other career that you get into. In order to be successful, learning more about carpentry is important before you make your decision of following this career path. It is important for you to consider if it is something that you would love to do. A career can only be enriching and successful if a person finds the passion in doing it for a lifetime.

 

Carpentry Occupations

 

Once you have decided that it is the path that you would love to take, you would then need to know the different routes that you may wish to take in carpentry. It is not merely a general profession in the strictest sense. The carpentry profession can also lead you to choose from a wide range of possible fields of specialty. Here is a list of some of them:

 

Framer

 

A framer is a carpenter that builds the skeletal structure or framework of buildings.  Such a task also requires special knowledge and experience that not all entry level carpenters may be adept at. There are techniques to be learned and mastered in areas such as platform framing, balloon framing, or timber framing. Framers usually do the preliminary work.

 

Mayster

 

A mayster is a type of carpenter that does rough carpentry. A mayster usually follows up on the work of the framer and also does large scale carpentry work such as structural form work, framing and roofing. They usually build up the basic structure for buildings and does not usually involve polishing or fine detailing. Skills that maysters require include basic carpentry knowledge and proficiency.

 

Finish Carpenter

 

A finish carpenter is the type of carpenter specializing in finishing work. They are also commonly called as joiners. Tasks included in the work of a finish carpenter usually involve working with home interiors, furniture, cabinets, and even wooden instruments. The work requires skilled expertise since it involves working with accurate joints where the least margin for error is always important.

 

Ship's Carpenter

 

A ship's carpenter may be a specialty in itself unlike other fields in the craft. In order to qualify, one should specialize in the area of shipbuilding, particularly in maintenance and repair. There are also types of carpentry specific to nautical needs, which may require further training.

 

Trim Carpenter

 

Trim carpenters specialize in doing molding and trim work. This job requires a highly specialized skill. Most of the jobs that a trim carpenter does involve creating wooden installations such as doors, cabinets and window casings.

 

Cabinetmaker

 

A cabinetmaker is also considered as a carpenter since the work mostly involves wood as the primary material. Not only is this type of work dependent on basic carpentry knowledge and skills, some bit of artistic ability and creativity would also work to a cabinetmaker's advantage. This type of carpenter usually does fine and detailed work making different types and sizes of cabinets.

 

The work can include making wardrobes, dressers, storage chests, and other types of wooden furniture designed for storage.

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