Overview of Carpentry and Joinery
This Carpentry and Joinery program is a Certificate program accredited by KNEC.
About Certificate in Carpentry and Joinery
Carpentry and Joinery stand as distinguished trades, involving the skillful manipulation of wood and wood products. This craft comprises two main facets: Joinery, which focuses on the intricate assembly of wood pieces, and Carpentry, centered around the cutting and joining of wood to erect structures.
Our Carpentry and Joinery Certificate program is a hands-on venture aimed at furnishing you with the expertise needed to design, cut, and construct furniture using an array of wood types. Delving into the program, you'll learn the art of utilizing various woodworking hand tools such as squares, levels, and chisels, alongside power tools like sanders, circular saws, nail guns, and welding machines.
Upon completion of the program, you'll emerge equipped to install doors, floors, and furniture within buildings, undertake renovations or refittings of existing structures, and even contribute to the creation of sets for film and theater productions.
As a graduate of our Carpentry and Joinery program, you'll master a range of essential skills, including:
- Interpretation of blueprints and building plans to fulfill client specifications.
- Installation of structures and fixtures such as windows and molding.
- Precise measurement, cutting, and shaping of wood, plastic, and other materials.
- Construction of building frameworks, encompassing walls, floors, and door frames.
- Assembly and installation of building frameworks with the assistance of rigging hardware and cranes.
- Inspection and replacement of damaged frameworks or other structures and fixtures.
- Supervision and direction of laborers and other construction aides.
Embark on this journey with us and hone your craft to become a proficient carpenter and joiner, ready to tackle diverse challenges in the realm of woodworking and construction.
Entry Requirement for the Certificate in Carpentry and Joinery program
- KCSE Mean Grade D (Plain)
- Pass in relevant Artisan Course
- Equivalent qualification approved by KNEC