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Cabinetmaking

Northwest-Shoals Community College

Short-Term CertificateNon-degree

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Cabinetmaking Short-Term Certificate prepares students for careers as cabinetmakers. Includes blueprint reading, layout, joinery, finishing, and shop math.

Credits

12 credits

Format

In-Person

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  • Alabama

    Alabama

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

Quality Control AnalysisMonitoringSpeakingCritical ThinkingOperations MonitoringOperation and ControlTime ManagementOperations AnalysisActive ListeningCoordinationReading ComprehensionJudgment and Decision Making

Knowledge

MathematicsBuilding and ConstructionDesignProduction and ProcessingMechanicalAdministration and ManagementEngineering and Technology

Abilities

Arm-Hand SteadinessManual DexterityFinger DexterityNear VisionTrunk StrengthVisualizationProblem SensitivityControl PrecisionMultilimb CoordinationReaction TimeDeductive ReasoningInformation OrderingOral Comprehension

Tasks

  • Verify dimensions or check the quality or fit of pieces to ensure adherence to specifications.
  • Produce or assemble components of articles, such as store fixtures, office equipment, cabinets, or h
  • Measure and mark dimensions of parts on paper or lumber stock prior to cutting, following blueprints
  • Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean environment.
  • Measure and mark cutting lines on materials, using a ruler, pencil, chalk, and marking gauge.
  • Assemble and fasten materials to make frameworks or props, using hand tools and wood screws, nails,
  • Use drones for site surveying and to inspect hard-to-reach areas of a structure.

Technology

Computer aided design CAD softwareProject management softwareSpreadsheet softwareFacilities management softwareElectronic mail softwareAccounting softwareOffice suite software

Tools

Adjustable hand wrenchesAdjustable jigsAngle dividersAwlsBack sawsBand clampsBandsawsBar clampsBastard flat filesBelt sandersBench dogsBench grindersBench visesBiscuit joinersBiscuit joining machinesA-frame levelsAir compressorsAuger bitsBaluster jigsBand sawsBeam sawsBeam-lifting jacksBrad tackersBubble levelsBullseye levelsCalibrating electronic levelsCalipers

Work Values

RelationshipsSupportAchievementIndependenceWorking ConditionsRecognition
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

  • Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters51-7011.00
  • Carpenters47-2031.00
What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: emerging (Level 1)(based on Short-Term Certificate)

  • Lumber dimensions and measuring tools — identify and apply under direct supervision to mark cut lines on wood stock prior to sawing in a shop setting.
  • Blueprint symbols and basic diagrams — read and interpret with guidance to determine part dimensions for straightforward cabinet components.
  • Hand tools including hammers, screwdrivers, and chisels — select and use under supervision to attach hardware such as hinges and drawer pulls on cabinet assemblies.
  • Glue, dowels, nails, and screws — apply under direction to join pre-cut parts and subassemblies during bench assembly tasks in a production shop.
  • Fasteners and reinforcing techniques — follow established protocols to reinforce joints with nails and staples on furniture pieces prior to finishing.
  • Power saws and jointers — operate under close supervision following safety procedures to perform basic crosscuts and rip cuts on lumber stock.
  • Fit and dimension checks — perform routine quality inspections using squares and tape measures to verify parts meet specifications before assembly.
  • Work area and hand tools — maintain in an organized and safe condition by following shop housekeeping standards at the end of each shift.
  • Time management basics — follow daily task schedules assigned by a supervisor to complete component preparation within expected production timelines.
  • Hardware components such as catches and handles — sort, count, and stage according to job orders to support efficient assembly workflow in a cabinet shop.

Some details on this page are auto-populated from public workforce data sources: O*NET (opens in new tab), BLS (opens in new tab), College Scorecard (opens in new tab), DOL Training Provider Results (opens in new tab), NSX (opens in new tab). Provided in partnership with LER.me Career Intelligence.

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