Certificate in Construction Techniques (Carpentry)

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Level:1-Year Post-Secondary Certificate
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English requirements:

If English is not your first language or you've received your education in a language other than English, students must produce evidence of their English Language Proficiency:

Internet-based (iBT) TOEFL: 80
International English Language Testing System (IELTS): 6.0 with no band less than 5.5
PTE Academic (Pearson Test English): 53-57

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Students are expected to demonstrate the same attention to attendance, punctuality and conduct as would be required by the business or industry they expect to be employed.
Students are required to provide their own specified hand tools, CSA-approved (Omega symbol recommended) footwear, hard hats and safety glasses. The college provides all other tools required.
Manual dexterity and the ability to work at heights and in various climatic conditions are frequently prerequisites for employment in this field.
The physical demands of this program reflect industry requirements (e.g. lifting, carrying, climbing) and requires students to be physically fit in order to participate adequately.

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About the Program

In this two-semester program, you study and practice carpentry skills related to the interior and exterior construction of residential and light-commercial buildings. The focus of the program is to provide graduates with the skills to gain entry-level employment in residential and commercial construction. The program provides students with safety training (general and specific) and skills development in a number of the construction areas. Graduates may be eligible to enter directly into the second year of the Carpentry and Renovation Technician diploma program.

Program Outcomes

Identify and use strategies to enhance professional growth and ongoing learning in the construction field.
Identify and adhere to established health and safety practices.
Perform all construction tasks in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, codes and ethical practices in the construction field.
Work in accordance with established sustainability practices.
Collaborate with a range of tradespersons and project stakeholders to maintain effective working relationships.
Communicate technical information to a variety of clients, supervisors and tradespersons to participate in the successful completion of construction projects.
Identify and use industry-specific technologies to support construction projects.
Solve on-site trade-related construction problems using mathematical equations and geometric concepts.
Select, maintain and safely operate hand and power tools and equipment used in the building construction trades.
Assist in the preparation of project estimates.
Assist skilled tradespersons and perform labouring tasks at construction sites.
Perform entry level practical skills associated with the trade of general carpenter to include foundations, framing, interior and exterior finishes.

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Level 1

Course Details
College Reading & Writing SkillsCOMM1085
Conestoga 101CON0101
New Construction Theory ICONS1800
New Construction Practice ICONS1815
Plans, Specifications and Codes IDRWG1175
Estimating and CalculationsMATH1800

Level 2

Course Details
Client RelationsBUS1435
New Construction Theory IICONS1820
New Construction Practice IICONS1835
Electives: General Education
Student must pass 1 Course(s), selected in the Student Portal from available course options