Program Overview

General Carpenter Apprenticeship

Overview

Apprentices will be trained to use hand and power tools while working with different wood types and products and a variety of construction materials. You will learn the latest installation methods along with the best practices and workplace safety relevant in today’s construction industry.

Upon completion of the certificate of qualification you may be employed as a General Carpenter, Certified Journeyperson, Skilled Trade Worker, Framer or any of the many specialized trades.

Length of Study and Notes

• Length of Study: 3 Levels. Each level is an 8 week block, 30 hours per week, totalling 240 hours.
• Notes: Upon completion, successful students are eligible to challenge the Ontario Certificate of Qualification.

Your Future Career

• General contracting
• Construction companies
• Residential and ICI sectors
• Furniture and cabinet manufacturers

What You Learn

• Advanced wood joinery, building processes and fastening systems
• Forming, framing, and stair construction
• Installation of windows, doors, and cabinets
• Interior and exterior finishes
• Plan reading, estimating, construction surveying and project layout

Admissions Requirements

You must be a signed apprentice with the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development to be eligible to take these programs. Please go to ontario.ca/page/apprenticeship-ontario for additional information.

Curriculum

Semester 1

• CRP100 | Safety, Material and Tools - Lev 1
• CRP105 | Plans, Specifications and Codes I - Lev 1
• CRP110 | Estimating, Calculation and Layout I - Lev 1
• CRP115 | Metal Cutting and Welding - Lev 1
• CRP200 | Residential Construction - Lev 2
• CRP205 | Plans, Specifications and Codes II - Lev 2
• CRP210 | Estimating, Calculation & Layout II - Lev 2
• CRP300 | Commercial Construction - Lev 3
• CRP305 | Plans, Specifications & Codes - Lev 3
• CRP310 | Estimating, Calculation & Layout III - Lev 3

What You Need

Textbooks

Check out the Campus Bookstore to not only purchase your textbooks but also view your book list before the semester starts.

Technology/Devices

Canadore College has implemented Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) to enhance your learning experience in and out of the classroom while ensuring flexibility in learning.

Certification/Accreditation

Certificate

Program Information

• Overview
• Admissions Requirements
• Curriculum
• What You Need
• Certification/Accreditation
• Experiential Learning