Cabinet/Millwork (CBM)
Courses
CBM 114 Design & Layout (3)
Introduces the fundamentals of residential and commercial cabinet construction. Topics include Intro to cabinetmaking, Career Opportunities, Industry, Cabinetry Styles, Components of Design, Design Decisions, Human Factors, Production decisions, Sketches, Mock-ups and Working Drawings, Measuring, Marking and Laying out materials.
CBM 135 Construction Plans & Documents (1)
This course describes how to read and interpret sets of residential and commercial drawings and specifications. Print Reading describes how to derive cabinetmaking plans from architectural drawings and specifications. This course uses NCCER Craft Module 27113 and all students take a certification exam.
CBM 144 Cabinetry Materials & Products (3)
Topics include Wood Characteristics, Lumber and Millwork, Cabinet and Furniture Woods, Manufactured Panel Products, Veneers and Plastic Overlays, Adhesives, Gluing and Clamping, Bending and laminating, Overlaying and Inlaying Veneer, Installing Plastic Laminates, Glass and Plastic Products, Hardware, Fasteners and Ordering Materials and Supplies.
CBM 150 Architectural Millwork (5)
This course provides students with hands-on experience in the design and constructing of architectural millwork products. Learners will develop practical skills in woodworking techniques, material selection, joinery, finishing, and assembly as they create cabinets, moldings, built-in furniture, and other custom architectural components. Emphasis is placed on precision, craftsmanship, and the application of industry standards, preparing students for careers in millwork fabrication and installation. Prerequisites: CHC 105 Introductory Craft Skills; IND 109 OSHA-30
CBM 160 Countertop Fabrication & Laminates (3)
This course provides students with hands-on experience in the fabrication, installation, and finishing of laminate countertops commonly used in residential and commercial millwork. Learners will explore material selection, safe operation of fabrication tools, layout techniques, substrate preparation, postformed and custom laminate applications, edge treatments, seams, cutouts, and final installation procedures. Emphasis is placed on industry-standard methods, precision craftsmanship, and problem-solving skills needed to produce durable, high-quality laminate countertop assemblies Prerequisites: CHC 105 Introductory Craft Skills; IND 109 OSHA-30
CBM 204 Machining Processes I (3)
Machining Processes topics include introductory Sawing with Hand and Portable Power Tools, Sawing with Stationary Machines, Surfacing with Hand and Portable Power Tools, Surfacing with Stationary Machines, Shaping, Drilling and Boring, Computer Numerically Controlled Machinery, Abrasives, Using Abrasives and Sanding Machines, Turning, Joinery, Accessories, Jigs, Special Machines, and Sharpening. Prerequisites: CHC 105 Introductory Craft Skills; IND 109 OSHA-30
CBM 205 Machining Processes (6)
Machining Processes topics include Sawing with Hand and Portable Power Tools, Sawing with Stationary Machines, Surfacing with Hand and Portable Power Tools, Surfacing with Stationary Machines, Shaping, Drilling and Boring, Computer Numerically Controlled Machinery, Abrasives, Using Abrasives and Sanding Machines, Turning, Joinery, Accessories, Jigs, Special Machines, and Sharpening.
CBM 214 Finishing Techniques I (3)
This course introduces the learner to the operation of traditional finishing equipment. Students perform numerous exercises to gain familiarity with finishing tools and industrial finishing equipment while building their skills and familiarity with different finishes. Finishing Units include Finishing Decisions, Preparing Surfaces for Finish, Finishing Tools and Equipment, Stains, Fillers, Sealers, and Decorative Finishes, and Top coatings. Prerequisites: CHC 105 Introductory Craft Skills; IND 109 OSHA-30
CBM 215 Finishing Techniques (6)
This course introduces the learner to the operation of traditional finishing equipment. Students perform numerous exercises to gain familiarity with finishing tools and industrial finishing equipment while building their skills and familiarity with different finishes. Finishing Units include Finishing Decisions, Preparing Surfaces for Finish, Finishing Tools and Equipment, Stains, Fillers, Sealers, and Decorative Finishes, and Top coatings.
CBM 224 Machining Processes II (3)
Advanced Machining Processes topics include complex cutting techniques using hand and portable power tools, precision cutting with stationary equipment, refined surface preparation with both portable and stationary machines, advanced shaping operations, high-accuracy drilling and boring, CNC machining practices, advanced abrasive selection, professional sanding systems, intricate joinery methods, specialized tooling and fixtures, and industry-specific machinery. Prerequisites: CHC 105 Introductory Craft Skills; IND 109 OSHA-30
CBM 234 Methods of Construction I (3)
This course introduces learners to foundational skills in cabinetmaking, including case construction, frame and panel components, cabinet supports, doors, drawers, cabinet tops and tabletops, kitchen cabinets, built-in cabinetry, paneling, and furniture. Instruction follows the NCCER Cabinetmaking Module 27501-15, emphasizing precision, craftsmanship, and industry-standard techniques to prepare students for careers in cabinetmaking and millwork fabrication. Prerequisites: CHC 105 Introductory Craft Skills; IND 109 OSHA-30
CBM 235 Methods of Construction (6)
Topics include Case Construction, Frame and Panel Components, Cabinet Supports, Doors, Drawers, Cabinet Tops and Tabletops, Kitchen Cabinets, Built-in Cabinetry and Paneling and Furniture.
CBM 236 CAD for Cabinetry & Millwork Manufacturing (3)
CBM 237 Crew Leadership (1)
Using NCCER module 46101 the student will be introduced to the principles of leadership. Students will learn about the construction industry today, business organization, team building, gender and minority issues, communication, motivation, problem solving, decision making, safety,
and project control. Students will be tested for possible certification. Prerequisites: CHC 105 Introductory Craft Skills; IND 109 OSHA-30
CBM 238 CAM in Cabinetry & Millwork Manufacturing (3)
This course introduces the use of CAM software as it applies to CNC programming for the cabinetmaking and architectural millwork industry. Students develop practical skills in manual programming, tooling selection and optimization, speed and feed calculations, and post-processor use. Emphasis is placed on integrating data seamlessly across CAD, CAM, and CNC systems to support efficient, accurate, and industry-ready production workflows. Prerequisites: CHC 105 Introductory Craft Skills; IND 109 OSHA-30
CBM 244 Interior Finish, Trim, Door & Cabinet Installation (3)
This course will introduce students to the procedures for building and installing various types of residential and commercial cabinetry and architectural millwork. Using NCCER module 27215 students will receive instruction for the selection and installation of interior finished, trim, doors, cabinets and counter-tops and test for certification. Prerequisites: CHC 105 Introductory Craft Skills; IND 109 OSHA-30
CBM 245 Cabinet Installation (5)
This course will introduce students to the procedures for building and installing various types of residential and commercial cabinetry. Using NCCER module 27211-13 students will receive instruction for the selection and installation of base, wall cabinets and counter-tops and test for possible certification.Using NCCER module 27501-07 students will be introduced to the materials, tools and methods used in cabinetmaking. Practice projects are included to help trainees learn the various joining techniques used by cabinetmakers, while providing practice on stationary power tools. Students will build a cabinet from a set of plans and will be tested for possible certification.
CBM 254 Methods of Construction II (3)
This advanced course expands learner proficiency in Case Construction, Frame and Panel Components, Cabinet Supports, Doors, Drawers, Cabinet Tops and Tabletops, Kitchen Cabinets, Built-in Cabinetry and Paneling, and Furniture, emphasizing complex applications, refined construction methods, and higher-level fabrication techniques within cabinetmaking and architectural woodworking. Prerequisites: CHC 105 Introductory Craft Skills; IND 109 OSHA-30
CBM 256 Finishing Techniques II (3)
This advanced course expands the learner’s expertise in the operation and optimization of traditional and modern finishing equipment. Students complete complex, skill-building exercises to refine their precision, control, and efficiency with professional finishing tools, industrial finishing systems, and specialty materials. Advanced finishing units include Finish Analysis and Selection, Precision Surface Preparation, Professional Finishing Tools and Equipment, Advanced Stains and Color Matching, Fillers and Sealers, Decorative and Specialty Finishes, and High-Performance Top Coatings. Prerequisites: CHC 105 Introductory Craft Skills; IND 109 OSHA-30