EHOVE Career Center

Students will have the opportunity to learn safe use of hand tools and equipment associated with residential construction.
Students are able to enhance their skills through laboratory projects. Senior students construct a variety of structures to develop skills in blueprint reading, framing and roofing. These projects help students to sharpen their knowledge and hand skills by applying them to “real world” situations.

A variety of work-based learning experiences are available to all students at EHOVE. These include job shadowing, guided mentorship during the summer (5th Quarter), and senior job placement. Students with high attendance and grades may be released from school to earn and learn on the job during their senior year.

Program Highlights

Theoretical and practical instruction in:

Concrete work
Foundation
Rough carpentry and framing

Installation of :

Wallboard
Sheathing
Door jambs
Windows
Interior trim
Cabinets
Exterior Roof Coverings
Exterior Wall Coverings

Characteristics of building material and methods

Personal Qualities Suggested

Good math skills
A positive attitude to learn
Good attendance
Ability to work alone or in a group
Ability to follow directions

Job Possibilities

Basic entry level carpenter
Salesperson
Framer
Roofer
Siding/exterior wall coverings
Trim/finish carpenter

Equipment Students Will Use

All hand tools, power tools, and power equipment associated with the carpentry trade.

Suggested Courses to Take

Algebra I
Geometry
Industrial Technology
Drafting

Academic Preparation

EHOVE keeps you on track with the academic credits you need to graduate! You will be ready to get a great job or go on to college.

Get Involved

Carpentry students will become members of Skills USA VICA, an association of trades and industry students. Skills USA VICA allows students to participate in competitive events, fund-raisers, community service projects and social chapter activities.