CABINETMAKING

This diverse course prepares its graduates with the necessary skills required of today’s cabinetmaker. Special emphasis is placed on developing an appreciation for fine craftsmanship, as well as the design and creation of furniture and cabinetry. Since cabinetmaking is a primary component to all woodworking and millwork, its basic skills and knowledge are needed by most people who work with wood and wood products. The program stresses the care and safe use of the hand tools and powered machinery used in the production of cabinets, furniture, and general millwork.

Technology has advanced within this career to include training on computerized machinery.  Creativity is encouraged with opportunity to acquire industry certifications.  This training will give a well rounded preparation for the future, whether it be post-secondary education or entry level employment.

Students in the Cabinetmaking & Finish Carpentry Program will gain real life work experience by participating in the construction of a student-built modular home project.  This live, project provides a unique opportunity for students in the Construction related programs.  Students in these programs practice and develop their skills and knowledge better while building a home that someone will actually live in one day.  This experience helps to prepare them to go right to work in the construction industry or continue their education at a college or trade school.

 Recommended Scope and Sequence *  This link will connect you to the scope and sequence which lists the recommended high school and postsecondary courses for students in this program of study. This information will be valuable when scheduling courses or investigating postsecondary options. It is recommended that students take the highest level academics possible in order to take full advantage of their program. These rigorous academics will provide a seamless transition into postsecondary education without remediation and provide a student with the general knowledge necessary for the industry.

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Potential Earnings
Click here to access the O*Net website. Once online, click “Crosswalk Search” and go to Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) and enter either the below SOC code or job title in the search box and click “go”, this will bring up the matching job titles. Click on the job title to view information about that job.

Job Titles
43-5081   Stock Clerks and Order Fillers
51-7011   Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters
51-7021   Furniture Finishers
51-7041   Sawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders,
Wood
51-9198   Helpers — Production Workers

Articulation Agreements
Triangle Technology

Student Certifications
NOCTI – National Occupational Competency Testing Institute Certification – Cabinetmaking
OSHA Safety Certification
M.L. Campbell Spray & Finishing Certification
Dupont Corian Installation Certification

INSTRUCTOR

Mr. Kevin Brumbach

Biography
I have worked as a cabinetmaker for 17 years. I am married with two children.

Date of hire: February 1996

Education
Vocational Education II Teaching Certification and Bachelor’s degree, Temple University

Experience
I was a maintenance mechanic at Berks Vo-Tech. I worked for two years as a carpenter and 17 years in cabinetmaking.

Interests
Camping, vacationing, woodworking, and gardening

Message
Cabinetmaking & Finish Carpentry is a very satisfying career as you cannot only create income, but you can furnish your home as well. It also is a great hobby and retirement pastime.

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