Construction Carpentry – Advanced Housing at Algonquin College is a challenging two-year diploma program that teaches students fundamental carpentry skills, energy-efficient design and assemblies, advanced framing techniques, and green building principles, materials, and construction practices.
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Our Program
This two-year Ontario College Diploma program focuses on the theoretical and practical aspects of energy efficient, environmentally-responsible and healthy housing.
The first year of the program develops fundamental carpentry skills from the layout and framing of floor, wall and roof systems, to installing interior and exterior finishes. In the second year, students examine energy efficient design and assemblies, advanced framing techniques, green building principles and materials and construction practices, while completing a major construction project.
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. Are physically fit and willing to work outdoors. Your Career
Graduates enter the workforce with the knowledge and skills required to perform a wide range of carpentry tasks on new construction, as well as the upgrading of existing buildings. Employment opportunities may be available in both private and public sectors, including commercial and residential
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
ARC9004
The building styles of today, and the origins of current designs and materials are examined. The issues (i.e. environmental concerns, resource depletion and suburban sprawl) surrounding the principles behind modern architectural practices in Canada are explored.
Modern Canadian Architecture
The building styles of today, and the origins of current designs and materials are examined. The issues (i.e. environmental concerns, resource depletion and suburban sprawl) surrounding the principles behind modern architectural practices in Canada are explored.
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
SAF9250
This course prepares students to work safely in carpentry workshops and on construction sites. Students learn safe practices when operating equipment and identify appropriate personal protective equipment. Students locate and apply regulations from the Occupational Health and Safety Act involving ladders, scaffolds and all significant aspects of safety in the workplace. Successful students receive certification in Fall Protection and WHMIS in accordance with the Construction Safety Association of Ontario.
Construction Safety
This course prepares students to work safely in carpentry workshops and on construction sites. Students learn safe practices when operating equipment and identify appropriate personal protective equipment. Students locate and apply regulations from the Occupational Health and Safety Act involving ladders, scaffolds and all significant aspects of safety in the workplace. Successful students receive certification in Fall Protection and WHMIS in accordance with the Construction Safety Association of Ontario.
30.0
WOO9201
An introduction to the theoretical and practical elements of construction carpentry is provided. Students become familiar with the tools, materials and construction techniques used in Canadian wood-frame construction. The selection, use and maintenance of hand tools and power tools, building construction terminology, Ontario Building Code requirements and the design and framing of floor, wall and roof systems are covered. Students organize, schedule and complete various carpentry projects, such as sawhorses, floor, wall and roof assemblies, including a small shed.
Construction Carpentry I
An introduction to the theoretical and practical elements of construction carpentry is provided. Students become familiar with the tools, materials and construction techniques used in Canadian wood-frame construction. The selection, use and maintenance of hand tools and power tools, building construction terminology, Ontario Building Code requirements and the design and framing of floor, wall and roof systems are covered. Students organize, schedule and complete various carpentry projects, such as sawhorses, floor, wall and roof assemblies, including a small shed.
135.0
Level: 02
Hours
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
WOO9212
Building upon acquired skills, students gain knowledge and experience in the installation of a variety of exterior finishes. Building construction terminology and Building Code requirements are covered. In addition, the following topics are covered: door and window installation; flashing techniques; design and finishing of roof and wall systems; fastners and hardware.
Construction Carpentry II
Building upon acquired skills, students gain knowledge and experience in the installation of a variety of exterior finishes. Building construction terminology and Building Code requirements are covered. In addition, the following topics are covered: door and window installation; flashing techniques; design and finishing of roof and wall systems; fastners and hardware.
120.0
WOO9213
Students study the theory and practice behind the basic use of hand tools and stationary power tools in a shop setting. Projects and exercises focus on shop safety, properties of wood and wood technology, basic joinery and interior/exterior finishing techniques.
Finish Carpentry
Students study the theory and practice behind the basic use of hand tools and stationary power tools in a shop setting. Projects and exercises focus on shop safety, properties of wood and wood technology, basic joinery and interior/exterior finishing techniques.
90.0
Choose one from equivalencies:
Hours
GED6785
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
BSC9200
This course presents building science principles related to heat, air, and moisture and helps students to understand the house as an integrated system. Students learn R2000-consistent building principles and explore the materials and detailing that support energy efficient, healthy house construction. Building envelope performance, including computer modelling and air tightness testing, together with the interpretation and application of the building code, are an integral part of this course.
Building Science I
This course presents building science principles related to heat, air, and moisture and helps students to understand the house as an integrated system. Students learn R2000-consistent building principles and explore the materials and detailing that support energy efficient, healthy house construction. Building envelope performance, including computer modelling and air tightness testing, together with the interpretation and application of the building code, are an integral part of this course.
75.0
CON9300
Students are provided with the skills and knowledge needed to layout a building lot using plot plans. Students learn to conduct differential levelling, establish and verify grades and locate building hubs using a variety of instruments. Students construct batter boards and formwork for footings. Walls, columns, piers and floors are also investigated.
Layout and Foundations
Students are provided with the skills and knowledge needed to layout a building lot using plot plans. Students learn to conduct differential levelling, establish and verify grades and locate building hubs using a variety of instruments. Students construct batter boards and formwork for footings. Walls, columns, piers and floors are also investigated.
30.0
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
WOO9202
Students develop the knowledge and skills required to construct high performance residential building envelopes. Skills developed include framing for resource and energy efficient homes; the construction of engineered floor and roof systems; installation of roof finishes, weather barriers, windows and exterior doors, air barriers, insulation and VDRs. Emphasis is placed on a systems approach to design and construction, teamwork, code compliance, plan reading, estimation and problem solving.
Advanced Building Techniques I
Students develop the knowledge and skills required to construct high performance residential building envelopes. Skills developed include framing for resource and energy efficient homes; the construction of engineered floor and roof systems; installation of roof finishes, weather barriers, windows and exterior doors, air barriers, insulation and VDRs. Emphasis is placed on a systems approach to design and construction, teamwork, code compliance, plan reading, estimation and problem solving.
105.0
WOO9203
This course builds on carpentry skills and knowledge acquired in the programs' first year. Students learn basic engineering principles to get the most from building construction materials and methods (Optimal Value Engineering OVE). Knowledge and skills developed include sizing and installing engineered wood products, advanced roof framing techniques such as irregular hips, dormers and unequal pitch roofs, and framing for and installing skylights. Projects are designed to emphasize: reading plans and span tables (proprietary and Building Code); problem solving and critical thinking.
Construction Carpentry III
This course builds on carpentry skills and knowledge acquired in the programs' first year. Students learn basic engineering principles to get the most from building construction materials and methods (Optimal Value Engineering OVE). Knowledge and skills developed include sizing and installing engineered wood products, advanced roof framing techniques such as irregular hips, dormers and unequal pitch roofs, and framing for and installing skylights. Projects are designed to emphasize: reading plans and span tables (proprietary and Building Code); problem solving and critical thinking.
60.0
Level: 04
Hours
BSC9201
Students explore green building principles and practices. Students learn about building design, materials, construction methods and technologies that promote energy efficient, environmentally responsible healthy housing. Emphasis is placed on environmentally-responsible design, fit and finishes, environmental impact and life cycle assessment, renewable energy sources and indoor air quality. As a culminating project, students are required to design and specify an environmentally-responsible home.
Building Science II
Students explore green building principles and practices. Students learn about building design, materials, construction methods and technologies that promote energy efficient, environmentally responsible healthy housing. Emphasis is placed on environmentally-responsible design, fit and finishes, environmental impact and life cycle assessment, renewable energy sources and indoor air quality. As a culminating project, students are required to design and specify an environmentally-responsible home.
42.0
CON9143
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.
Project Management
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.
28.0
CON9301
Students are provided with the skills and knowledge to use software to develop a better understanding of building design, construction and materials estimation. Students use software to accurately draw, model and estimate materials from framing to finishes for a variety of residential projects. Emphasis is placed on Building Code compliant, energy efficient designs that incorporate environmentally responsible, healthy house products and materials.
Computer-Assisted Design and Estimating
Students are provided with the skills and knowledge to use software to develop a better understanding of building design, construction and materials estimation. Students use software to accurately draw, model and estimate materials from framing to finishes for a variety of residential projects. Emphasis is placed on Building Code compliant, energy efficient designs that incorporate environmentally responsible, healthy house products and materials.
28.0
LFS9202
Students apply the principles and skills learned throughout the program on College approved and supervised projects.
Integrated Project
Students apply the principles and skills learned throughout the program on College approved and supervised projects.
22.0
WOO9301
Students gain the skills and knowledge required to select and install environmentally responsible exterior, and interior products and finishes. Skills developed include the installation of siding, interior and exterior trim, drywall and flooring. An emphasis is placed on teamwork, problem solving and critical thinking.
Advanced Building Techniques II
Students gain the skills and knowledge required to select and install environmentally responsible exterior, and interior products and finishes. Skills developed include the installation of siding, interior and exterior trim, drywall and flooring. An emphasis is placed on teamwork, problem solving and critical thinking.
112.0
WOO9302
Refining their carpentry skills, students gain an understanding of stair layout and construction, and advanced carpentry techniques, such as mortising, coping and scribing. In addition, students explore various innovative building construction techniques, such as insulated concrete forms, structural insulated panels, domes, modular construction, and modern post and beam assembly. An emphasis is placed on research, plan reading, precision layout, and joinery and problem solving.
Construction Carpentry IV
Refining their carpentry skills, students gain an understanding of stair layout and construction, and advanced carpentry techniques, such as mortising, coping and scribing. In addition, students explore various innovative building construction techniques, such as insulated concrete forms, structural insulated panels, domes, modular construction, and modern post and beam assembly. An emphasis is placed on research, plan reading, precision layout, and joinery and problem solving.
98.0
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 Fee: $50 in Level 02.
Student Acctivity/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 $200 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 tools at a cost of $1,350 in the first year and $300 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.
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.
Awards & Bursaries
The Kott Group Bursary is awarded to two students in the Construction Carpentry-Advanced Housing program, during the 2nd semester, who can demonstrate financial need.
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right to modify or cancel any course, program, fee, timetable, or
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Starting Fall 2013: This is a Mobile Learning Program.