Program Overview

CARA150 Carpenter Apprenticeship Level 1

Overview

This course offers the harmonized curriculum for Level 1 Carpenter as outlined by the ITA. Carpenters build and repair a vast array of structures made of wood, wood-substitutes and other materials. Many work for construction companies, contractors and maintenance departments while others are self-employed. Carpenter is a nationally designated trade under the Inter-provincial Red Seal program.

Course Details

• Contact Hours: 210
• Lecture Hours: 119.7
• Shop Hours: 90.3

Restrictions and Prerequisites

• Restrictions: Must be in the Carpenter Level 1 Program (CARA.1).
• Other Prerequisites: Eligibility as indicated by the Industry Training Authority

Program Description

Carpenters assemble and erect forms for concrete, wood and metal frame construction and use plans and instruments to prepare for excavating and shoring. On smaller projects, they direct concrete placement, and install exterior and interior finish materials such as siding, doors, windows and cabinets.

Program Information

• Program Name: CARA150 Carpenter Apprenticeship Level 1
• Program Type: Trades & Apprenticeships
• Area of Study: Trades & Apprenticeships
• Division: Division of Trades and Apprenticeship Programs

Institution Information

• Institution Name: Northern Lights College
• Location: Dawson Creek, British Columbia, Canada
• Address: 11401 - 8th St, Dawson Creek, British Columbia, Canada, V1G 4G2

Acknowledgement

Northern Lights College serves the communities of Northern British Columbia that are located on the territories of the Cree, Dene, Dunne-Za, Kaska, Saulteau, Tse’khene, Tahltan, and Tlingit. We also recognize Metis Nation BC members who live in this area of our beautiful province. We acknowledge our hosts and honour their gracious welcome to those seeking knowledge.