Algonquin College’s unique Carpentry and Joinery – Heritage program is aimed at students who are interested in the preservation, renovation, and restoration of historical architecture in Canada.
You will focus on contemporary construction techniques, traditional carpentry, and preservation techniques. In the end, you’ll have the skills and knowledge you need to produce the high quality work demanded in the field of heritage carpentry.
The Marshall Stevenson Scholarship Bursary is awarded annually to a student in the Carpentry and Joinery- Heritage program, who is entering his/her final year, is in financial need, had good academic standing and attendance, and is cooperative and helpful to others.
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Our Program
This two-year Ontario College Diploma program combines new construction technology with traditional carpentry techniques.
The first year of the program focuses on woodworking, joinery fundamentals and modern construction practices including framing, roofing and finish carpentry. In the second year, students learn architectural joinery, millwork and traditional building methods of timber framing and log construction. Students also study historical Canadian architecture, construction methods and preservation techniques which provide them with the knowledge and skills to produce the high-quality work demanded by the field of heritage carpentry.
SUCCESS FACTORS
This program is well-suited for students who:
Are curious, well-organized and have an analytical nature. Work effectively both independently and as a member of a team. Enjoy both theoretical and hands-on learning environments. Are physically fit. Have an interest in architecture and historical construction. Your Career
Graduates enter the workforce with an understanding of historical Canadian architecture and building construction methods that enable them to perform a wide range of carpentry tasks on renovation and restoration
Courses
Programs at Algonquin College are delivered using a variety of
instruction modes. Courses may be offered in the classroom or lab,
entirely online, or in a hybrid mode which combines classroom
sessions with online learning activities. Upon registration, each
full-time student is provided an Algonquin email account which is
used to communicate important information about program or course
events.
Level: 01
Hours
CON9250
Students develop the skills and knowledge necessary to layout and construct a foundation and floor system. Using a variety of instruments students learn to conduct differential leveling, establish and verify grades and locate building hubs. Students construct batter boards and formwork for footings. All aspects of a wood-framed floor system are investigated; foundation walls, columns, beams, joists and sub-floors. Construction safety topics include trenching.
Carpentry I
Students develop the skills and knowledge necessary to layout and construct a foundation and floor system. Using a variety of instruments students learn to conduct differential leveling, establish and verify grades and locate building hubs. Students construct batter boards and formwork for footings. All aspects of a wood-framed floor system are investigated; foundation walls, columns, beams, joists and sub-floors. Construction safety topics include trenching.
45.0
DRA9250
Drafting is an essential communication tool in the building industry. Students acquire competency in the basics of drafting for the trades. Topics of study include: freehand sketching; drafting instruments; materials and their use; lettering; isometric, oblique and orthographic drawings and shop drawings. An introduction to computer-assisted drafting reinforces students' skills in pictorial and orthographic drawings.
Drafting
Drafting is an essential communication tool in the building industry. Students acquire competency in the basics of drafting for the trades. Topics of study include: freehand sketching; drafting instruments; materials and their use; lettering; isometric, oblique and orthographic drawings and shop drawings. An introduction to computer-assisted drafting reinforces students' skills in pictorial and orthographic drawings.
30.0
ENL9212
Communication remains an essential skill sought by employers, regardless of discipline or field of study. Using a practical, vocation-oriented approach, students focus on meeting the requirements of effective communication. Through a combination of lectures, exercises, and independent learning, students practise writing, speaking, reading, listening, locating and documenting information, and using technology to communicate professionally. Students develop and strengthen communication skills that contribute to success in both educational and workplace environments.
Communications I
Communication remains an essential skill sought by employers, regardless of discipline or field of study. Using a practical, vocation-oriented approach, students focus on meeting the requirements of effective communication. Through a combination of lectures, exercises, and independent learning, students practise writing, speaking, reading, listening, locating and documenting information, and using technology to communicate professionally. Students develop and strengthen communication skills that contribute to success in both educational and workplace environments.
45.0
MAT9252
Focus is placed on the fundamentals of trade calculations. The applications of course content to carpentry concepts include: imperial measurement, fundamentals of perimeter, area and volume measurement, a review of basic algebra, principles of ratio and proportion and elements of basic trigonometry. Students are encouraged to develop the problem-solving skills necessary for success in the trades during lecture presentations, individualized instruction, assignments and scheduled unit reviews.
Mathematics for the Trades I
Focus is placed on the fundamentals of trade calculations. The applications of course content to carpentry concepts include: imperial measurement, fundamentals of perimeter, area and volume measurement, a review of basic algebra, principles of ratio and proportion and elements of basic trigonometry. Students are encouraged to develop the problem-solving skills necessary for success in the trades during lecture presentations, individualized instruction, assignments and scheduled unit reviews.
30.0
WOO9254
An indepth study of the use, selection, and maintenance of hand and power tools is provided. Using both practical and theoretical study, students organize, schedule and complete various woodworking projects. Applying hand and power tools to a variety of joinery and millwork projects; identifying, adjusting, sharpening, and maintaining hand and power tools; and using tools safely are addressed. In addition, through theoretical and practical study, students have the opportunity to: research and compare woodworking techniques; apply the principles of wood technology; read, interpret and develop plans and procedures and select and use various fasteners, hardware, and adhesives. Construction safety topics include the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS), personal protective equipment and fire safety.
Joinery I
An indepth study of the use, selection, and maintenance of hand and power tools is provided. Using both practical and theoretical study, students organize, schedule and complete various woodworking projects. Applying hand and power tools to a variety of joinery and millwork projects; identifying, adjusting, sharpening, and maintaining hand and power tools; and using tools safely are addressed. In addition, through theoretical and practical study, students have the opportunity to: research and compare woodworking techniques; apply the principles of wood technology; read, interpret and develop plans and procedures and select and use various fasteners, hardware, and adhesives. Construction safety topics include the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS), personal protective equipment and fire safety.
135.0
WOO9255
Wood has been the primary medium of carpenters and joiners for millennia. The history and practicality of wood as a building material are studied. The harvesting of trees, the production of lumber, wood storage and species identification, as well as basics of lumber grading, estimation and ordering are explored. Specific qualities, such as wood movement, grain orientation, workability, colour, moisture resistance and finishing attributes are discussed at a practical and cellular level, leaving students with a sound understanding of wood, how to use it and how it was used in the past.
Wood
Wood has been the primary medium of carpenters and joiners for millennia. The history and practicality of wood as a building material are studied. The harvesting of trees, the production of lumber, wood storage and species identification, as well as basics of lumber grading, estimation and ordering are explored. Specific qualities, such as wood movement, grain orientation, workability, colour, moisture resistance and finishing attributes are discussed at a practical and cellular level, leaving students with a sound understanding of wood, how to use it and how it was used in the past.
30.0
Level: 02
Hours
ARC9006
To Canadians, preserving our heritage resources is a visible sign of community pride and environmental responsibility. Protecting heritage buildings requires an understanding of their histories and the principles of conservation shared by the preservation community. The study of building styles and traditional building techniques as they have evolved across the Canadian landscape are explored.
Canadian Architectural Conservation
To Canadians, preserving our heritage resources is a visible sign of community pride and environmental responsibility. Protecting heritage buildings requires an understanding of their histories and the principles of conservation shared by the preservation community. The study of building styles and traditional building techniques as they have evolved across the Canadian landscape are explored.
45.0
DRA9260
Students learn to read and draft architectural plans and reference residential building codes to develop the necessary skills required in the industry. Activities include retrieving information from plans and specifications and verifying material sizes and grades from tables in the building code. Students draft a variety of architectural drawings using computer software and/or standard hand drafting techniques. The process of drawing, reading and interpreting plans is the first step in understanding estimating and scheduling of construction projects.
Architectural Drafting & Blueprint Reading
Students learn to read and draft architectural plans and reference residential building codes to develop the necessary skills required in the industry. Activities include retrieving information from plans and specifications and verifying material sizes and grades from tables in the building code. Students draft a variety of architectural drawings using computer software and/or standard hand drafting techniques. The process of drawing, reading and interpreting plans is the first step in understanding estimating and scheduling of construction projects.
30.0
MAT9261
With emphasis on practical application, students expand on the fundamentals of trade calculations. Students are introduced to the basics of estimating, more applied trigonometry, construction geometry and layout using geometric principles. Students are encouraged in their learning through lectures, group research, presentations and assignments.
Mathematics for the Trades II
With emphasis on practical application, students expand on the fundamentals of trade calculations. Students are introduced to the basics of estimating, more applied trigonometry, construction geometry and layout using geometric principles. Students are encouraged in their learning through lectures, group research, presentations and assignments.
30.0
WOO9210
The study of wood-framed house construction continues with an investigation into framing wall and roof systems and exterior siding and roof finishes. Students perform trade related calculations for sizes, quantities and location of building components. Wall and roof framing projects are completed according to plans, Building Code, and schedules. The projects include the layout and installation of siding, windows, doors and exterior trim. Construction safety topics include heat/cold exposure, scaffolding and ladders.
Carpentry II
The study of wood-framed house construction continues with an investigation into framing wall and roof systems and exterior siding and roof finishes. Students perform trade related calculations for sizes, quantities and location of building components. Wall and roof framing projects are completed according to plans, Building Code, and schedules. The projects include the layout and installation of siding, windows, doors and exterior trim. Construction safety topics include heat/cold exposure, scaffolding and ladders.
195.0
Choose one from equivalencies:
Hours
GED0530
Students choose one course, from a group of general education electives, which meets one of the following five theme requirements: Arts in Society, Civic Life, Social and Cultural Understanding, Personal Understanding, and Science and Technology.
General Education Elective
Students choose one course, from a group of general education electives, which meets one of the following five theme requirements: Arts in Society, Civic Life, Social and Cultural Understanding, Personal Understanding, and Science and Technology.
45.0
Level: 03
Hours
BSC9100
Students examine the impact of the renovation/restoration industry on the environment. This includes a study of the principles and techniques of energy-efficient renovation, appropriate energy conservation methods for historic buildings, the improvement of indoor air quality, and the selection of environmentally-responsible construction products and practices.
Housing, Energy and the Environment
Students examine the impact of the renovation/restoration industry on the environment. This includes a study of the principles and techniques of energy-efficient renovation, appropriate energy conservation methods for historic buildings, the improvement of indoor air quality, and the selection of environmentally-responsible construction products and practices.
45.0
ENL9202
Course content includes writing instructions and writing for publication, creating relevant job-search correspondence and career portfolios, writing various informal reports to suit a specified purpose and writing and presenting a formal research report on a program related topic.
Communications II
Course content includes writing instructions and writing for publication, creating relevant job-search correspondence and career portfolios, writing various informal reports to suit a specified purpose and writing and presenting a formal research report on a program related topic.
45.0
WOO9220
Joinery provides the finishing touches to a building and helps define its character. Designing and building staircases is often considered the pinacle of a carpenters craft. Students learn the theory and practice of reproducing and installing architectural components. Students also learn traditional and contemporary production techniques for constructing components, such as casings, crown molding, baseboards, and staircasing using traditional and contemporary techniques.
Joinery II
Joinery provides the finishing touches to a building and helps define its character. Designing and building staircases is often considered the pinacle of a carpenters craft. Students learn the theory and practice of reproducing and installing architectural components. Students also learn traditional and contemporary production techniques for constructing components, such as casings, crown molding, baseboards, and staircasing using traditional and contemporary techniques.
120.0
WOO9221
A study of the time-honoured principles and techniques used to construct traditional timber frame and log buildings is provided. Students learn to work safely using traditional tools, materials and layout techniques. Students combine theoretical and practical skills and participate in building a new timber frame and log structure using traditional joinery methods and materials. Inspections of timber frame and log buildings are included and are considered to be the core part of the restoration component. Inspection reports allow students to investigate typical problems and deterioration found in these types of structures and enable students to recommend appropriate repair techniques.
Timber Framing and Log Building
A study of the time-honoured principles and techniques used to construct traditional timber frame and log buildings is provided. Students learn to work safely using traditional tools, materials and layout techniques. Students combine theoretical and practical skills and participate in building a new timber frame and log structure using traditional joinery methods and materials. Inspections of timber frame and log buildings are included and are considered to be the core part of the restoration component. Inspection reports allow students to investigate typical problems and deterioration found in these types of structures and enable students to recommend appropriate repair techniques.
105.0
Level: 04
Hours
BSC9101
Students learn about restoration and repair techniques for buildings by exploring a variety of building deficiencies typically seen in historical buildings and their repair strategies. Conservation standards are explored as they relate to various building repair solutions. In addition, students perform hands-on restoration techniques to traditional millwork, timbers and windows.
Restoration Methods
Students learn about restoration and repair techniques for buildings by exploring a variety of building deficiencies typically seen in historical buildings and their repair strategies. Conservation standards are explored as they relate to various building repair solutions. In addition, students perform hands-on restoration techniques to traditional millwork, timbers and windows.
60.0
CON9151
Students learn the roles and responsibilities of personnel on a construction site. Students also learn about planning, scheduling, sub-contractors, inspections/permits, site documents and contracts. Students apply the knowledge they have learned and develop a plan for a restoration project.
Construction Planning
Students learn the roles and responsibilities of personnel on a construction site. Students also learn about planning, scheduling, sub-contractors, inspections/permits, site documents and contracts. Students apply the knowledge they have learned and develop a plan for a restoration project.
30.0
WOO9248
The theory and practice of the reproduction and installation of traditional doors and windows are covered. Students identify types and styles of traditional, and contemporary doors and windows and then design organizational procedures for building them. Students evaluate joinery construction techniques and use them to produce a finely crafted door and window.
Joinery III
The theory and practice of the reproduction and installation of traditional doors and windows are covered. Students identify types and styles of traditional, and contemporary doors and windows and then design organizational procedures for building them. Students evaluate joinery construction techniques and use them to produce a finely crafted door and window.
120.0
WOO9249
A study of the principles and techniques used by restoration carpenters who perform work on historic buildings is provided. Topics include interior and exterior ornamental features, architectural millwork and wood turning. Students combine theoretical and practical skills to complete architectural projects that challenge them to perform at a high level of skill.
Architectural Millwork
A study of the principles and techniques used by restoration carpenters who perform work on historic buildings is provided. Topics include interior and exterior ornamental features, architectural millwork and wood turning. Students combine theoretical and practical skills to complete architectural projects that challenge them to perform at a high level of skill.
120.0
Fees & Expenses
Tuition Fees: $1,266.75 per term in Levels 01 and 02 and $1,260.69 per term in Levels 03 and 04.
Information Technology Fee: $62 per term. *
Incidental Fees: $50 in Levels 01 and 04.
Student Activity/Sports Fee: $200.50 per term.
Student Commons/Auditorium Fee: $22 per term.
Student Centre Building Fee: $17.50 per term.
Health Plan Fee: $117.02 paid once annually. **
A $40 graduation fee is payable in the final term.
A $25 transcript fee is payable in the first term a student attends Algonquin College.
International Students pay all relevant Canadian fees plus an International Premium of $4,400 per term.
* Students paying the Information Technology fee are provided with a network account, an email address, and Internet access. For more information please visit our website at www.algonquincollege.com/its/support/IT-Fee/index-it-fee.htm
** Students who have coverage with another plan can request a refund by supplying the Students' Association with documentation supporting the request. This request will have to be made annually.
Books, supplies and drafting instruments cost approximately $915 in the first year and $280 in the second year and can be purchased at the campus bookstore. In addition, students are required to provide their own personal protective equipment and some hand tools at a cost of $1,350 in the first year and $350 in the second year. A comprehensive list of the recommended tools will be sent to students in August and is available online at www.algonquincollege.com/perth.
Please note: students may have some of the tools and other items, such as safety boots and winter work wear which would lower the cost of tools and supplies significantly.
Admission Requirements
2013/2014
2012/2013
College Eligibility
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent. Applicants with an OSSD showing senior English and/or mathematics courses at the Basic Level, or with Workplace or Open courses, will be tested to determine their eligibility for admission; OR Academic and Career Entrance (ACE) certificate; OR General Educational Development (GED) certificate; OR Mature Student status (19 years of age or older and without a high school diploma at the start of the program). Eligibility may be determined by academic achievement testing for which a fee of $40 (subject to change) will be charged. Program Eligibility English, Grade 12 (ENG4C or equivalent). Mathematics, Grade 12 (MAP4C or equivalent). Should the number of qualified applicants exceed the number of available places, applicants will be selected on the basis of their proficiency in English and Mathematics.
College Eligibility Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent. Applicants with an OSSD showing senior English and/or mathematics courses at the Basic Level, or with Workplace or Open courses, will be tested to determine their Academic and Career Entrance (ACE) certificate; OR General Educational Development (GED) certificate; OR Mature Student status (19 years of age or older and without a high school diploma at the start of the program). Eligibility may be determined by academic achievement testing for which a fee of $40 (subject to change) will be charged. Program Eligibility English, Grade 12 (ENG4C or equivalent). Mathematics, Grade 12 (MAP4C or equivalent). Should the number of qualified applicants exceed the number of available places, applicants will be selected on the basis of their proficiency in English and mathematics.
Application Information
Applications to full-time day programs must be submitted with official transcripts showing completion of the academic admission requirements through:
ontariocolleges.ca
Applications are available online at www.ontariocolleges.ca
Applications for Fall Term and Winter Term admission 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 applying from out-of-country can obtain the International Student Application Form at https://xweb.algonquincollege.com/FormIE/index.aspx
For further information on the admissions process, contact:
Registrar's Office
Additional Information
Part-time students may be considered if space is available. murphyp2@algonquincollege.com.
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right to modify or cancel any course, program, fee, timetable, or
campus location at any time
Starting Fall 2013: This is a Mobile Learning Program.