About this program

  • Credential Awarded: 2 Year Diploma
  • Campus: Welland
  • Code: 0757 P0757
  • Delivery Length: 2 Years
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Overview

Do you enjoy working with your hands and have an interest in building and improving residential and commercial spaces?

As a Carpentry and Renovation Technician graduate, you are well-equipped to safely and efficiently contribute to Ontario’s growing construction and renovation industry.

Highlights
  • High demand for graduates due to a chronic shortage of skilled trades workers in the construction industry.

  • Critical knowledge and hands-on learning of project planning including estimating, management and delivery of a renovation project.

  • Connect with industry leaders and gain practice experience via a co-op work term.

  • Shares a common first-year curriculum with NC's Carpentry and Renovation Techniques certificate program.

Career Opportunities
  • Carpenter apprentice
  • Commercial construction
  • Commercial or residential building restoration specialist
  • Commercial formwork, finish, maintenance, residential framing or renovation carpenter
  • Custom home builder
  • Drywall, exterior siding or insulation installer
  • Fence, deck or drywall business owner
  • Lumberyard sales representative
  • Roofer renovation specialist
  • Project manager
  • Supplier for retail building centre or lumberyard
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Courses

Term one (2024 Spring)
Code Course Name Credits
CAPL1199 Computer Applications 3
CNST1014 Blueprint Reading for Construction Trades 3
CNST1002 Building Construction I 4
CNST1003 Construction Materials I 4
CNST1007 Building Construction II 4
MATH1021 Applied Technical Mathematics for Construction Trades 3
TECH1008 Health and Safety 3
Term two (2024 Fall)
Code Course Name Credits
CNST1004 Construction Tools and Techniques 4
CNST1006 Building Codes and Specifications 3
CNST1008 Building Construction III: Building Exteriors 4
CNST1009 Construction Surveying and Building Layout 2
CNST1013 Residential Estimating 3
CNST1011 Building Construction IV: Trims and Finishes 4
COMM1125 Essentials of Workplace Communication 3
Term three (Co-op) (2025 Winter)
Code Course Name Credits
COOP1150 Co-op Work Term 0
Term four (2025 Spring)
Code Course Name Credits
CAPT1211 CAD for the Building Trades 3
CIVL1630 Entrepreneurship 3
CNST1100 Construction Renovation Project (Management) 3
CNST1106 Building Codes II 3
CNST1111 Building Construction V: Structural Modifications 4
CNST1107 Introduction to Interior Design 3
CNST1120 Architectural Millwork 4
Term five (2025 Fall)
Code Course Name Credits
CNST1101 Commercial Construction Methods 4
CNST1103 Construction Materials II 3
CNST1117 Green Building Practices 3
CNST1118 Architectural Styles 3
CNST1199 Mechanical Electrical Design and Installation 3
CNST1200 Construction Renovation Project (Practical) 4
Elective Information

Completion of additional General Education elective 1 course required

Program Outcomes Term: 1242
  1. develop and use strategies for ongoing professional development to remain current with industry changes, enhance work performance and explore career opportunities.

  2. comply with health and safety practices and procedures in accordance with current legislation and regulations.

  3. assist in the preparation of material estimations and quotes and complete all work in compliance with the rights and conditions of contractual obligations, the Ontario and/or National Building Codes, applicable laws, bylaws, standards and ethical practices in the construction, renovation and conservation building fields.

  4. incorporate sustainability practices in the implementation of building construction, renovation and conservation projects in accordance with sustainable building guidelines.

  5. communicate and collaborate with diverse clients, supervisors, co- workers and tradespersons to complete projects on time and to maintain effective working relationships.

  6. interpret project plans and produce technical sketches and documents to support building construction and renovation projects.

  7. select and use technologies to obtain, organize and communicate building construction and renovation information.

  8. solve problems related to the implementation of building construction and renovation projects by applying the principles of basic technical mathematics, building design and building science.

  9. select, maintain and safely use hand tools, and portable and stationary power tools, when performing layout, cutting, fitting and assembly operations.

  10. complete building and renovation stages, from site layout and footings to the application of interior and exterior finishes, in accordance with blueprint specifications and conservation principles.

  11. select a range of materials and equipment for their appropriate application to building construction and renovation projects.

  12. schedule and assist in monitoring the progression of building construction and renovation projects by applying basic principles and strategies of project management.

  13. apply basic business principles and strategies to the operation of a building construction and/or renovation enterprise.

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Admission Requirements

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent including the following required course(s):
  • English – any Grade 12 (C) or (U), or equivalent
  • Mathematics – any Grade 11 (C), (U), or (M), or equivalent
Recommended Courses and/or Skills:

These courses and skills may help you succeed academically in this program, but they are not required for admission.

  • Construction Technology – Grade 11 (C) or Grade 12 (C)
  • Mathematics – any Grade 12 (C) or (U)
  • Technological Design – Grade 11 (M) or Grade 12 (M)
Selection and Ranking

Applications are evaluated based on the published admission requirements. When the applicant provides proof of meeting the requirements, an offer of admission can be issued, provided space is available in the program.

Learn more about admission decisions.

Program Requirements
Transportation
  • Students are responsible for their own transportation in order to complete program requirements which may not be readily accessible by public transportation.
  • Program requirements could include co-ops, placements, volunteer requirements, practical labs, field projects, assignments, clinicals, or any other off-campus visits required as part of the program’s curriculum.
Computer/Technology Requirements

Students are responsible for ensuring that they have a Microsoft Windows 10 based desktop or laptop system that meets or exceeds the following general personal computer technology requirements:

  • A desktop or laptop system running on an updated Microsoft Windows 10 operating system.
  • Minimum 256GB SSD storage and 8 GB memory.
  • An integrated or peripheral video camera, microphone and speaker system.
  • Reliable internet connectivity with Broadband capabilities (a minimum download speed of 5 Mbps) is recommended.

Niagara College will not be able to provide support for systems different than the above specifications. Any provided software may not operate properly. Academic software for your courses (supported under the Microsoft Windows 10 operating system) will be made available for download and remote use. Access will also be provided to remote high performance computer labs if software downloads are not feasible.

Note: There is no support for Chromebooks or Apple products for this program. (learn more)

Computer/technology requirements may be subject to change without notice.

All costs associated with program requirements are the responsibility of the student.

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Availability

Domestic Applicants Apply
International Applicants Apply
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Accepting applications

Waitlisted

Eligible applications will be placed on a waiting list

Closed

Not accepting applications

Suspended

No longer offered this term

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Pathways

Explore your pathway options What are pathways? for the Carpentry and Renovation Technician (Co-op) program below.

Did you know?

Applicants with previous postsecondary education will be assessed for transfer credits upon receipt of an official transcript from their previous institution. There is no fee for this service.

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Tuition

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Co-op

A program with a co-op (co-operative education) component means that the curriculum combines an in-class education along with hands-on experience of working a job in the program's field of study.

During co-op work terms students are able to link what they learned in the classroom in a real workplace. Understanding the skills they've developed academically helps create a more meaningful college experience, and means they are better prepared for their career after graduation.

For Students
  • Co-op terms are paid. Earn while you learn!
  • Practice the skills you’ve learned in the classroom.
  • Gain experience in your field of study before you graduate.
  • Develop references and connections.
  • Hone your skills with feedback from your employer.
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For Employers
  • Low cost with tax credits and other funding available.
  • Hire for peak season, staff coverage, special projects, etc.
  • Help prepare students with career-related work experience.
  • Minimal training required.
  • Proven recruiting strategy for future staff.
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NC provided skilled instructors and enough time for practical studies. I met many instructors who care about students and try to teach as much as they can. The practical study helped me a lot in understanding real work.

Jihye, program graduate
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