Program Overview

Basic Carpentry Program

The Basic Carpentry program at the University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) provides students with practical skills that can be applied in various settings, including at home, in the community, and in their careers. This hands-on program is designed to offer specialized training for working in Alaska and northern climates.

Program Description

The program is taught by professionals with decades of carpentry experience and focuses on providing students with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the field. Students will learn how to save money by doing self-home repairs and will gain valuable knowledge that can be applied in entry-level carpentry jobs or in working around the house.

Target Audience

The Basic Carpentry program is designed for individuals who are interested in pursuing a career in carpentry, as well as those who want to sharpen their skills for working around the house. This program is a great training resource for students living in rural Alaska communities and is ideal for preparing students for trade school.

Program Delivery

Carpentry training courses are offered in-person to rural communities through a cohort model. This approach allows students to receive hands-on training and instruction from experienced professionals.

Program Benefits

The Basic Carpentry program at UAF offers several benefits, including:

• Gain specialized skills for carpentry jobs in Alaska and the North
• Engage in hands-on learning through classroom projects
• Learn from carpentry professionals with decades of experience

Hands-on Learning

In the Basic Carpentry program, students will develop practical skills through hands-on training. Some examples of what students will learn include:

• How to safely use hand and power tools and personal protection equipment (PPE)
• Construction measuring
• Floor systems
• Roof framing
• How to install windows and exterior doors
• How to install floor coverings

Program Courses

Carpentry training courses cover topics such as:

• Construction safety
• Working with hand and power tools
• Construction measuring
• Floor systems
• Roof framing
• Window and exterior door installation Students will also learn important communication and professional skills that will help prepare them to work on a construction job site.

Related Programs

UAF also offers other programs that may be of interest, including:

• Occupational Endorsement in Facility Maintenance
• Occupational Endorsement in Sustainable Energy

Land Acknowledgement

The University of Alaska Fairbanks acknowledges the Alaska Native nations upon whose ancestral lands its six campuses reside. In Fairbanks, the Troth Yeddha' Campus is located on the ancestral lands of the Dena people of the lower Tanana River.