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About the Program
This unique program introduces you to a variety of skills in the construction field with each trade-specific component running seven weeks in duration. Students study and practice in carpentry, masonry, HVAC, and welding trades. You receive safety training (general and specific) and skills development in a number of construction areas. There is an opportunity via this program to strengthen math and communication skills to be considered for entry into other post-secondary, trade-related programs.
Program Outcomes
Employ tools and materials appropriate to their purpose and function and in keeping with safe work practices within the residential and ICI (industrial, commercial and institutional) sectors.
Relate ethical work practices to self as a tradesperson in the construction industry.
Solve construction industry problems by assessing the situation and applying mathematics and other problem solving tools and processes.
Communicate effectively with a variety of customers, clients and co-workers at the basic apprenticeship level and within the context of the particular trades sector.
Interpret relevant codes, specifications plans and construction processes.
Work in compliance with the theory and the accepted principles and practices of the construction industry trades.
Explain the interrelationships between construction projects and other disciplines including architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, and civil engineering.
Identify the use of construction industry specific technologies for current and future applications.
Identify the diverse post-secondary opportunities in construction trades spanning apprenticeships, academic and work options.
Apply typical computer knowledge and skills required by business, including word-processing, electronic mail, spreadsheets and presentation applications.
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Level 1
Course Details
Carpentry TheoryCARP1500
Carpentry PracticeCARP1515
College Reading & Writing SkillsCOMM1085
Computer ApplicationsCOMP1358
Conestoga 101CON0101
Masonry TheoryMASO1120
Masonry PracticeMASO1485
Level 2
Course Details
Introduction to Print ReadingDRWG1375
Math for ConstructionMATH1710
HVAC Mechanical Systems TheoryMECH1800
HVAC Mechanical Systems PracticeMECH1815
Welding TheoryWELD1055
Welding PracticeWELD1067
Contractors and Supervisors, Other Construction Trades, Installers, Repairers and Servicers
Welders and Related Machine Operators
Bricklayers
Concrete Finishers
Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanics
Construction Trades Helpers and Labourers
Health Insurance - $500
