Basic Carpentry & Home Repair

Basic Carpentry & Home Repair provides a comprehensive, workforce-ready foundation in residential maintenance, repair, and entry-level carpentry skills. This course introduces students to tools, materials, measurements, and techniques while emphasizing safety, planning, and responsible decision-making. Students learn not only how to perform common repairs, but how to assess conditions, choose appropriate methods, and understand the consequences of their work. Throughout the course, students explore practical applications such as drywall repair, shelving installation, door and hardware adjustments, trim work, and minor flooring repairs. Equal emphasis is placed on professional judgment, including knowing when a repair exceeds one’s scope, when licensed professionals are required, and how ethical conduct protects safety and reputation. Hands-on practice, workplace scenarios, and applied assignments reinforce real-world readiness and confidence. The course concludes with a strong professional capstone covering career pathways, licensing awareness, insurance basics, and long-term growth in the skilled trades. TS401 is designed to support justice-impacted learners, career changers, and entry-level workers by providing accessible instruction, practical skill development, and a clear understanding of how carpentry skills translate into lawful, sustainable career opportunities.