Core + Carpentry 1,2, + Heavy Equipment Cert. – Pre-Apprenticeship Program
| Pre-Apprenticeship Program | Designed for Middle and High Schools Construction Pathway programs. |
| Apprenticeship Program | Designed for Full Apprenticeship Programs, Nationally Approved by DOL |
These are the official NCCER recommended instructional/contact hours (classroom + performance tasks) from the curriculum catalogs and instructor resources for the exact editions you listed.
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1. Core, 6th Edition (10 modules)
| Module Code | Title | NCCERconnect Available | Duration (Hours) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 00100 | Build Your Future in Construction | Yes | 2.5 |
| 00101 | Basic Safety | Yes | 12.5 |
| 00102 | Introduction to Construction Math | Yes | 10 |
| 00103 | Introduction to Hand Tools | Yes | 10 |
| 00104 | Introduction to Power Tools | Yes | 10 |
| 00105 | Introduction to Construction Drawings | Yes | 10 |
| 00106 | Introduction to Basic Rigging | Yes | 15 |
| 00107 | Basic Communication Skills | Yes | 7.5 |
| 00108 | Basic Employability Skills | Yes | 7.5 |
| 00109 | Introduction to Material Handling | Yes | 5 |
Core Total: 90 Hours
2. Carpentry Level 1, 5th Edition (9 modules)
| Module Code | Title | NCCERconnect Available | Duration (Hours) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27101 | Orientation to the Trade | Yes | 2.5 |
| 27102 | Building Materials, Fasteners, and Adhesives | Yes | 20 |
| 27103 | Hand and Power Tools | Yes | 10 |
| 27104 | Introduction to Construction Drawings, Specifications and Layout | Yes | 22.5 |
| 27105 | Floor Systems | Yes | 25 |
| 27111 | Wall Systems | Yes | 10 |
| 27112 | Ceiling Joist and Roof | Yes | 47.5 |
| 27109 | Introduction to Building Envelope Systems | Yes | 12.5 |
| 27110 | Basic Stair Layout | Yes | 12.5 |
Level 1 Total: 162.5 Hours
3. Carpentry Level 2, Framing and Finishing, 5th Edition (11 modules)
| Module Code | Title | NCCERconnect Available | Duration (Hours) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27104 | Thermal and Moisture Protection | Yes | 7.5 |
| 27109 | Drywall Finishing | Yes | 17.5 |
| 27201 | Commercial Drawings | Yes | 25 |
| 27202 | Roofing Applications | Yes | 25 |
| 27204 | Exterior Finishing | Yes | 35 |
| 27205 | Cold-Framed Steel Framing | Yes | 15 |
| 27206 | Drywall Installation | Yes | 15 |
| 27208 | Doors and Door Hardware | Yes | 20 |
| 27209 | Suspended Ceilings | Yes | 15 |
| 27210 | Window, Door, Floor, and Ceiling Trim | Yes | 25 |
| 27211 | Cabinet Installation | Yes | 10 |