FAQ
Can students receive advanced standing or transfer into this degree program from another program?
Yes. Degree completion arrangements have been developed for 10 Ontario college credentials in a related field allowing them to ladder/pathway into the degree. The following outlines the pathway programs, requirements and point of entry into the degree:
| Program | Credit Students Receive Towards Degree | Special Requirements for Entry | Point of Entry |
| Heritage Carpentry and Joinery (OCD) | 15 Courses + 4 Non-core including ENL1100 | An overall GPA of 2.7 (70%) minimum, 6 reach back courses | Level 5 |
| Cabinetmaking and Furniture Technician (OCD) | 5 Courses + 4 Non-core including ENL1100 | An overall GPA of 2.7 (70%) minimum, 6 reach back courses | Level 3 |
| Carpentry and Renovation Technician (OCD) | 5 Courses + 4 Non-core including ENL1100 | An overall GPA of 2.7 (70%) minimum, 6 reach back courses | Level 3 |
| Carpentry and Renovation Techniques (OCD) | 7 Courses + 4 Non-core including ENL1100 | An overall GPA of 2.7 (70%) minimum, 7 reach back courses | Level 2 |
| Building Construction Technician (OCD) | 6 Courses + 4 Non-core including ENL1100 | An overall GPA of 2.7 (70%) minimum, 6 reach back courses | Level 3 |
| Architectural Technician (OCD) OR Architectural Technology (OCAD) | 8 Courses + 4 Non-core including ENL1100 | An overall GPA of 2.7 (70%) minimum, 7 reach back courses | Level 3 |
| Construction Engineering Technician (OCD) OR Civil Engineering Technology (OCAD) OR Civil Engineering Technician (OCD) | 7 Courses + 4 Non-core including ENL1100 | An overall GPA of 2.7 (70%) minimum, 3 reach back courses | Level 3 |
If you are a graduate of one of these programs, or a graduate of a related program at the College or University level, please contact Ben Willows at willowb@algonquincollege.com who can assist with applying or your request for Advanced Standing (more information on the Advanced Standing process can be found at this link here).
What is the difference between the co-op program and the standard program?
The Co-op program allows students to integrate their classroom learning with a real-world experience through a paid work term. Students are required to actively participate in and successfully complete the self-directed co-op course, readiness activities and workshops. For more information on co-op, please visit the Co-op & Career Centre page.
Do I need a computer?
As a mobile learning environment engaging our students in collaborative e-learning, students become skilled with technology used in the workplace. Students will need a computing device that meets the specifications outlined in our program. Please visit the BYOD page for computer specifications for our program