Carpentry and Renovation Technician

This course provides students with practical experience in carpentry. The material covered in Carpentry Theory I has been aligned to the applied projects in this course. Emphasis will be placed on safe use of hand tools and joinery 

Communications 1 for Trades & Technology is an introductory course that provides a foundation in college-level communications. In this course, students learn to read critically, write appropriately for a variety of audiences, conduct research, cite references, revise for clarity and correctness, and present those results in various formats. In seminars, labs, and modules students will engage in both independent and collaborative activities relevant to Trades & Technology fields, including the development and presentation of a research assignment to help them become more effective communicators in academic and professional contexts. 

This course covers the use of operating systems and how to utilize the internet to generate professional reports and quotations. Students will develop the skills and abilities to produce technical and business reports used in the industry. Using relevant computer applications, students will learn to apply systematic record keeping processes used for operating a small business. 

This course has been designed for students entering trades and technology programs. The course will cover current legislation (O.H.S.A.) and health and safety procedures used in the industry. Students will obtain fundamental level safety certification in WHMIS, Fall Protection, Confined Space Identification, and Hoisting and Rigging. The theory for this course will be offered online and the application component will offered onsite. 

This course provides students with basic knowledge and skills used to interpret architectural drawings. Students will develop drawing layouts and plans using various symbols specific to various trades. An emphasis will be placed on developing the learner's ability to visualize three dimensional objects from two dimensional orthographic drawings. 

This course will enable students to apply specific trade related mathematical concepts and acquire foundational skills important in the fields of Construction, Welding, Plumbing, Heating, Refrigeration, and Air Conditioning. It is designed to complement and reinforce learning within other trades courses and program areas. 

This course provides students with Introduction to Residential and Renovation Carpentry. Through Lecture and Hands on Carpentry Lab's students will develop basic knowledge and understanding of residential Building Layout, Foundations, Wall and Floor Framing, Door and Window Installation, Interior and Exterior Wall Finishings.

Pre-requisite: Carpentry Practices I (CRPT 25)

This course builds on the skills and knowledge acquired in the Prints and Drafting course. Students will be required to interpret imperial and metric residential drawings. Students will be introduced to the Ontario Building Code and other relevant standards and practices used in the construction industry.

This course introduces students to the process of developing a professional portfolio. Students will be encouraged to document their learning and archive their applied experience throughout the program. The professional portfolio is the capstone project required for all students in the trades and technology programs. Students will assemble written, graphic and/or video evidence demonstrating the skills and abilities acquired through their program of study.

This course introduces the student to sustainable processes, materials and practices in the construction industry. Emphasis will be placed on renewal energy systems. Students will be required to critically evaluate their applied projects using sustainable practice, processes and materials 

This course will enable students to apply specific trade related mathematical concepts and acquire foundation skills important in the fields of Construction, Welding and Plumbing. The material covered in this course builds on the material covered in Trades Calculations I.

"Technology and Labour: Your success, Your future", will explore success and all the influences that guide decisions to form one's sense of achievement, as well as the ways technology impacts this. In this hybrid course, students will examine not only what success is, but they will explore and develop skills in scientific and critical thinking, which will help them find their own success. Students will engage in experiential learning activities designed to help them develop an understanding of how technology impacts their professional success, and the labour force in general. 

This welding course will provide a basic introduction to, OFC (Oxy-Fuel Cutting), and Arc welding (SMAW), with opportunities to apply techniques in these processes. This course will also provide the student with general safety knowledge in each of these processes and understanding of related safe handling of welding equipment and gasses. 

This course provides students with an opportunity to estimate and cost out a residential plan according to specification. Estimating material quantities and other related costs associated with residential plans and specifications will be applied through using linear, area and volume measures.

This course builds on the knowledge covered in Plans, Specification and Codes for Carpentry I. Students will develop knowledge and skills used to interpret municipal bylaws and the Ontario Building Code (O.B.C) with reference to architectural drawings. An emphasis will be placed on referencing the O.B.C. as it pertains to plans, elevations, sections, details and schedules.

Students will be introduced to project management and learn how to use project management software to manage an applied project. Project planning from project inception to completion and project management details will be emphasized. 

This course provides students with the theoretical and practical experience for foundational skills and knowledge in renovation, restoration and new residential construction. Topics include. framing for renovations, new roof construction, interior wall finishing, millwork and door installations, introduction to flooring and kitchen installations. Also, safe removal, handling and disposal of various materials. repairs and restoration techniques with drywall, trim and other materials.

This course introduces students to the entrepreneurial skills required to operate a small business as well as be an effective member of a business team. Students will be required to create a small business plan. 

This course builds on the skills and knowledge acquired in Plans Specifications and Code II as well as in Estimating, Calculating and Layout. Architectural design and estimating software, including SoftPlan will be used to create drawings and perform material take-offs and project estimates.

This course introduces students to a variety of mechanical trades. Plumbing, electrical and HVAC processes and practices will be explored. Emphasis will be placed on the building as a system and how mechanical trades and carpentry interrelate. Students will be introduced to basic project management processes used in the industry. 

This course provides students with the theoretical and practical experience for skills and knowledge in complex roof construction, open and closed straight stair construction, as well as in managing and completing carpentry applied projects. Students will construct complex roof systems and apply finishings, exterior cornice construction and finishings, as well as open and closed stringer stairs. Utilizing the knowledge and skills obtained throughout the program, students will plan, design, and construct an independent project.

This course builds on the knowledge covered in Sustainable Building Practices. Emphasis will be placed on sustainable processes, materials and practices in the construction industry. Current energy efficiency compliance programs such as Energuide, Energy Star and LEED will also be covered. Students will be required to critically evaluate their applied projects using sustainable practice, processes, materials and current code requirements.