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 CTE CARPENTRY Success in the Field

success in the field

FOLLOWING ARE THE QUALITIES AND SKILLS THAT ARE NECESSARY FOR SUCCESS IN THE FIELD OF CARPENTRY:

  • Business skills (such as estimating) are necessary for the self-employed carpenter, who must be able to bid on new jobs, track inventory (Including tools and materials), and plan work assignments 
  • Mechanical skills are necessary to take apart major parts for repairs and be able to put them back together 
  • Dexterity is necessary in order to perform the many tasks that require steady hands and good eye-hand coordination 
  • Detail orientation is necessary because carpenters perform numerous tasks that require precise measurements 


  • Math skills are necessary because carpenters use basic math skills on a daily basis in order to calculate volume and measure materials to be cut 
  • Physical stamina is necessary because carpenters often climb, stand, or bend for long periods of time and often work in adverse weather conditions  
  • Physical strength is necessary because tools and materials are often heavy  
  • Problem-solving skills are necessary because construction projects vary and carpenters must be able to make adjustments to accommodate these variations  

FRAMEWORKS

The Carpentry Frameworks identify the competencies that students will have the opportunity to learn in a four-year time span. 

Articulation Agreements

State articulation agreements are a uniform and consistent way for students in our Carpentry program to enroll in any Massachusetts community college and be awarded credits for work completed at Chicopee Comprehensive High School. Our Carpentry program has an additional local articulation agreement with Keene State College, which recognizes credits beyond the standard 3 credit state recognition.

These agreements allow for a seamless continuation of education for our students.

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