Become a skilled journeyperson for a career in the construction industry.

Fulfills the in class requirement for General Carpenter apprenticeship and prepares you to work as a skilled carpenter in the construction industry
All classes are taught in the Algonquin Centre for Construction Excellence (ACCE) facility which is fully outfitted with the most up-to-date equipment and tools
With strong ties to the Ottawa Construction Industry (Ottawa has $30B of active construction projects currently) job security is extremely high

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Program Summary

Credential

Ontario College Certificate (24 Weeks)

Program Delivery

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Program Code

0504X01FWO

Area of Interest

Construction and Skilled Trades

School

Algonquin Centre for Construction Excellence

Campus

Ottawa

Other Campuses

Pembroke

The General Construction Carpentry Techniques - Apprenticeship Ontario College Certificate program fulfills the in-class requirements for a General Carpenter apprenticeship and prepares apprentices to work as skilled carpenters in the construction industry.

Applicants to the General Construction Carpentry Techniques - Apprenticeship Ontario College Certificate program must:...(read more)

Overview

Become a skilled journeyperson for a career in the construction industry.

Applicants to the General Construction Carpentry Techniques - Apprenticeship Ontario College Certificate program must:

be currently employed in the trade
be formally registered as apprentices with the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development (MLTSD)
have a valid Offer of Classroom Training from the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development that include your Ministry Client ID and approved Class Number

Eligibility is determined by the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development.

Carpenters are required to perform a variety of specialized jobs, including:

rough carpentry
form building
framing
fine finishing
maintenance work

In addition to these skills, a carpenter needs to have a basic understanding of standard building procedures, building regulations and properties of materials. Due to the construction industry involving the combined efforts of a number of different trades, carpenters must be familiar with the relationship of carpentry work to that of other journeypersons.

To learn more about apprenticeships, visit ontario.ca/page/skilled-trades for detailed information.

For Registered Apprentices:
This program fulfills the in-class requirements for your apprenticeship. Apprentices are introduced to safety, materials and tools common to all construction projects. Hand tools, as well as portable and stationary power tools, are used to construct shop projects and reinforce theoretical knowledge.

You learn the residential construction process, including the theoretical and practical application of:

foundation systems
framing
equal and unequal slope hip roofs
exterior and interior
basic principles of building science

You also learn about carpentry in the industrial, commercial and institutional (ICI) sector, including building layout, concrete form work, stair building, interior finishing and an introduction to timber framing.

SUCCESS FACTORS

This program is well-suited for students who:

Enjoy learning about carpentry and the construction industry in a mix of practical and theory settings.
Like analyzing and solving problems.
Are attentive to detail.

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 virtual 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.

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Level 01

Code

Course Name & Description

Hours

Code:

DRA8831

Course Name:

Plans, Specifications and Codes I

Course Description:

The ability to read, interpret and prepare drawings, plans and sketches is essential in the carpentry trade. Through lectures, demonstration... + Read More

Hours:

24.0

Code:

WEL8831

Course Name:

Welding for General Carpenters

Course Description:

Welding is a skill essential to the carpentry trade. Apprentices develop basic competence in welding by understanding of the operating princ... + Read More

Hours:

16.0

Code:

WOO8813

Course Name:

Safety, Materials and Tools

Course Description:

Selecting and using hand and power tools, materials, and fasteners is the basis of safe and skillful practice in the trades. Through theoret... + Read More

Hours:

168.0

Code:

WOO8814

Course Name:

Estimating, Calculation and Layout I

Course Description:

The ability to solve carpentry-related mathematics and construction geometry problems puts apprentices at a considerable advantage in the tr... + Read More

Hours:

32.0

Level 02

Code

Course Name & Description

Hours

Code:

DRA8832

Course Name:

Plans, Specifications and Codes II

Course Description:

The ability to interpret residential building codes and blueprints enables apprentices to take on greater responsibilities in the carpentry ... + Read More

Hours:

24.0

Code:

WOO8823

Course Name:

Residential Construction

Course Description:

Understanding the basics of residential construction reinforces the essential role of the carpentry trade in home building. Through theoreti... + Read More

Hours:

192.0

Code:

WOO8824

Course Name:

Estimating, Calculation and Layout II

Course Description:

Estimating time and material quantities is necessary before residential construction work begins. Through lectures and practical exercises, ... + Read More

Hours:

24.0

Level 03

Code

Course Name & Description

Hours

Code:

DRA8833

Course Name:

Plans, Specifications and Codes III

Course Description:

Interpreting industrial, commercial and institutional (ICI) building specifications and drawings enables apprentices to advance their career... + Read More

Hours:

24.0

Code:

WOO8835

Course Name:

Estimating, Calculation and Layout III

Course Description:

Estimating time and material quantities for industrial, commercial and institutional (ICI) construction enables apprentices to advance their... + Read More

Hours:

24.0

Code:

WOO8839

Course Name:

Industrial, Commercial, Institutional (ICI) Construction

Course Description:

A sound grounding in industrial, commercial and institutional (ICI) construction helps apprentices understand the essential role of the carp... + Read More

Hours:

192.0

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Careers & Pathways

Careers

Apprenticeship graduates may be employed in the residential and industrial, commercial and institutional (ICI) construction industries.

Pathways

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Learning Outcomes

The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:

Identify, select and safely use tools to complete a given task to supplied specifications, codes and/or instructions.
Evaluate, select and apply the appropriate construction material and fastening systems for a specific use in the industry.
Adhere to the standards set forth in the Ontario Building Code for all types of construction.
Apply the principles of drafting to the interpretation and production of sketches including survey and plot plans, and architectural, mechanical, an electrical drawings.
Solve construction-related problems and plan and design small projects using a variety of mathematical concepts and techniques.
Apply the principles of energy conservation to residential and commercial projects.
Use computer technology to research and create material related to both residential and ICI sectors of the construction industry.
Identify and work within the interdependence of skilled trades on a construction site to complete projects in a timely, financially-responsible and ethical manners.

Tuition & Fees

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2024/2025 Academic Year

Tuition Fees: $400 per level.

Incidental Fee: $150 per level.

Information Technology Fee: $43.86 per level.

Students are responsible for supplying their own personal hand tools. Books and supplies can be purchased in the campus store.

Students are responsible for parking and locker fees, if applicable.

All students are responsible to supply their own personal protective equipment (such as CSA-approved safety footwear, non-tinted protective eyewear, hearing protection, gloves, hard hat) as required in each lab environment.

Admissions Requirements

All applicants must satisfy both College Eligibility and Program Eligibility requirements.

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Admissions Next Steps

College Eligibility

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent; OR
Mature Student status (19 years of age or older and without a high school diploma at the start of the program).

Program Eligibility

Prospective students must be registered apprentices with the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development and must be a member in good standing with Skilled Trades Ontario (STO).
Eligibility is determined by the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development.

Application Information