Program Overview

Carpentry and Renovation Techniques Ontario College Certificate program

Program description

In this two-semester program, you experience all facets of residential construction in an exciting hands-on environment. You learn trade-specific skills for employment in the construction and renovation sector. Through experiential learning, you practice floor, wall, and roof framing, demolition, renovations, stair construction, interior and exterior finish, and sustainable construction techniques. Theory and applications of safety standards, building codes, blueprint reading, energy efficiency, and environmental stewardship practices are studied. You learn to interpret the Ontario Building Code as it applies to renovations and new construction.

Intake information

• Start date: Fall 2025
• Campus: Barrie, Owen Sound

Tuition and fees

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Admission requirements

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent, mature student status
• Grade 12 English (C or U)

Mature students, non-secondary school applicants (19 years or older), and home school applicants may also be considered for admission. Eligibility may be met by applicants who have taken equivalent courses, upgrading, completed their GED, and equivalency testing. For complete details refer to:

Applicants who have taken courses from a recognized and accredited post-secondary institution and/or have relevant life/learning experience may also be considered for admission; refer to the Credit for Prior Learning website for details:

Career opportunities

Our graduates enjoy success as employees in residential, commercial, and industrial construction, as well as the renovation field. Potential opportunities may include General Carpenter, Framer, Formwork Carpenter, Renovator, Stair Builder, and Trim Carpenter. Graduates are eligible for apprenticeship credits into the General Carpentry 403A apprenticeship program with the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development. Graduates may choose to develop more specialized skills through additional education in Cabinetmaking, Building Inspection, Interior Design, and Architecture.

Course information

• 12 Program Courses
• 1 Communications Course
• 1 General Education Course

Program-specific courses

Semester 1 courses are listed below. For a full list of courses in the program, including course descriptions, view the Carpentry and Renovation Techniques program outline.

• CART 1011 – Carpentry Fundamentals
• CART 1012 – Applied Carpentry Fundamentals
• CART 1014 – Formwork and Framing
• CART 1020 – Blueprint Reading Fundamentals
• CART 1022 – Residential Construction Fundamentals
• CART 1023 – Construction Site Practices
• MATH 1036 – Math for Wood Trades
• Select 1 course from the general education list during registration.

Course delivery method

• In person

This program is delivered fully in person and requires you to attend campus.

Related programs

• Cabinetmaking Techniques
• Electrical Techniques
• Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technician
• Plumbing Techniques

Program code and duration

• Program code: CRNT
• Duration: 1 Year
• Credential: Ontario College Certificate
• Program Delivery: Full-time

Program delivery method(s)

• In person

This program is delivered fully in person and requires you to attend campus.

Learn MORE about program delivery methods

Please note, delivery methods are based on planning for the upcoming semester and are subject to change.