Construct your future.

The one-year Carpentry and Renovation Techniques Ontario College Certificate program prepares you for a future in construction, whether you pursue apprenticeship training, employment as a framer or finisher or simply want to tackle a few projects around the house.

You acquire a well-rounded education, combining traditional carpentry skills with newer technologies. Algonquin College`s Waterfront Campus in Pembroke is a great place to learn, as you have access to high-quality tools in a state-of-the-art shop.

Gain knowledge and skills in:

• hand and power tool usage
• carpentry/framing techniques
• blueprint reading
• welding
• hoisting and rigging
• plumbing
• applied construction geometry
• mathematics
• the Ontario Building Code
• general and specific safety training

Throughout this physically demanding program, explore the latest green technology and energy-efficient construction techniques. Apply your construction skills to building projects that will help local communities.

There is an anticipated shortage of skilled workers in the construction industry as a result of an aging workforce and local expansion. That means there are many opportunities for employment available to graduates. With this certificate, you may pursue a specialized education in construction, or seek exemption from the Basic Level of the General Carpenter Apprenticeship training.

Graduates may find work as a(n):

• apprentice carpenter
• construction framer
• interior systems installer
• exterior systems applicator
• renovator
• door and window installer
• concrete form worker
• deck and porch designer/builder
• junior construction site supervisor
• junior estimator

SUCCESS FACTORS

This program is well-suited for students who:

• Are interested in pursuing a career in the skilled trades.
• Are team-oriented, enjoy physical labour and working outdoors.
• Have effective communication skills and interpersonal abilities.
• Are safety conscious and respectful of standards and regulations.
• Possess problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Enjoy working with mathematical problems.

Careers

Graduates may find employment as apprentice carpenters, construction framers, interior systems installers, exterior systems applicators, renovators, door and window installers, concrete form workers, deck and porch design/builders, junior construction site supervisors or junior estimators.

Pathways

Please use our Pathways tool to search for pathway options.

The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:

1. Identify and use strategies to enhance work performance and continued learning to keep pace with industry changes.
2. Identify and adhere to established health and safety practices that apply to specific job sites, in accordance with current legislation and regulations.
3. Perform building construction and renovation tasks in compliance with contracts, the Ontario and/or National Building Codes, applicable laws and industry`s ethical practices.
4. Work in accordance with established sustainability practices.
5. Communicate and collaborate with diverse clients, supervisors and tradespersons to complete projects on time and to maintain effective working relationships.
6. Assist with maintaining accurate project documents and use computer technologies to support building construction and renovation projects.
7. Solve on-site trade-related building and renovation problems by applying principles of basic technical mathematics and building science.
8. Select, maintain and safely operate hand tools, and portable and stationary power tools, to efficiently complete building construction and renovation tasks.
9. Assist with the completion of building and renovation stages, from site layout and footings to the application of interior and exterior finishes, according to specifications.
10. Assist in the preparation of material estimations according to building construction and renovation project documents.
11. Identify and apply discipline-specific practices that contribute to the local and global community through social responsibility, economic commitment and environmental stewardship.

Application Information

CARPENTRY AND RENOVATION TECHNIQUES
Program Code 1519X01FPM

Applications to full-time day programs must be submitted with official transcripts showing completion of the academic admission requirements through:

ontariocolleges.ca
60 Corporate Court
Guelph, Ontario N1G 5J3
1-888-892-2228

Students currently enrolled in an Ontario secondary school should notify their Guidance Office prior to their online application at www.ontariocolleges.ca.

Applications for Fall Term and Winter Term received by February 1 will be given equal consideration. Applications received after February 1 will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis as long as places are available.

International applicants please visit this link for application process information: https://algonquincollege.force.com/myACint/.

For further information on the admissions process, contact:

Registrar`s Office
Algonquin College in the Ottawa Valley
1 College Way
Pembroke, ON K8A 0C8
Local: 613-735-4700
Toll-free 1-800-565-4723
TTY: 1-866-620-3845
Fax: 613-735-8800
https://algonquincollege.com/pembroke

Program Resources

Graduates who become registered as apprentice carpenters may be eligible to apply for Advanced Standing for the classroom portion of their apprenticeship training. Graduates may also be eligible to apply for Advanced Standing in Algonquin College`s Building Construction Technician or Heritage Carpentry and Joinery program.