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CARPENTRY

DESCRIPTION

Carpenters are employed in the construction industry building homes, industrial plants, commercial buildings, highways and many other structures. They measure, cut, fasten wood and other materials together to produce structures according to plans.

WORK CONDITIONS

Carpentry work is strenuous, therefore, good physical condition is necessary to be able to stand, hold, carry and lift building materials. Carpenters work both indoors and outdoors and they are subject to climate variations.

TRAITS COMMON TO SUCCESSFUL STUDENTS

1. Strength and Stamina
2. Tenacity
3. Reliability
4. Responsibility
5. Sense of Humor and Flexibility
6. Understanding of the Work World
7. Ability to Participate as Part of a Team

JOB OUTLOOK FOR THE YEAR 2005

Job outlook is quite good for carpenters through the year 2005. Many potential employees tend to avoid carpentry because of the physical demands of the work.

TEXT FOR THIS COURSE IS WRITTEN ON THE 10th GRADE LEVEL