* Incidental Fees (Materials, Student Association etc.), Health Insurance, Public Transportation, Books and Supplies,etc
This program is designed to teach you new construction and building renovation skills from both an applied perspective and a management perspective, including carpentry techniques and new materials applications while providing a solid understanding of the renovation-related trades.
Hands-on training takes place in fully equipped labs where students practice current techniques related to renovations and new home construction, using sustainable design principles. The third year of the program focuses on project management skills required to work in a supervisory role. You will also have an introductory exposure to the business skills that can be adapted to starting and running a renovation, custom home building or general contracting business.
Practical applications include:
Residential construction and renovations
Millwork
Demolition
Framing
Finishes
Drywall installation and finishing
Site management
Cabinetry
Stair construction
Building code
Basic electrical, HVAC, and plumbing systems.
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Required courses
SEMESTER 5
BLDG2047, Planning and Scheduling
BLDG3153, Residential Design 1 (CAD)
BLDG3154, Construction Economics and Real Estate Property Development
BLDG3155, Business Management and Development
BLDG3157, Inspections
BLDG3158, Financial Management and Bookkeeping
SEMESTER 6
BLDG1013, Zoning and Building Regulations
BLDG1164, Fundamentals of Building Science
BLDG2022, Law and Construction Contracts
BLDG3026, Sustainable Building Rating Systems and Renovation Practices
BLDG3159, Residential Design 2 (CAD)
BLDG3161, Building Renovation Project Management Capstone
This program shares the first four semesters with the three-year Building Renovation Technology advanced diploma program (T148). Students may be eligible to proceed to semester 5 of the program.
Graduates may find employment in many areas of the renovation and construction field. Opportunities include:
Renovation
General contracting
Custom home building
Green technology
Site supervision
Project management
Estimating
Technical sales
Home inspections
Carpentry
Self-employment
Mandatory Health Insurance
$743.99 for one-year coverage (Sept-August)
$508.83 for 8 months coverage (Jan-August)
$273.29 for 4 months coverage (May-August)