There is a growing demand for qualified, knowledgeable and professional renovators and custom home builders in the construction industry. According to the Canadian Home Builders Association, more than half the spending in the Canadian construction industry takes place in the renovation field. This three-year program is designed to prepare you for employment in the carpentry trade and management areas of the renovation and construction field, with sustainable design business principles being key.
You will learn new construction and building renovation skills from both an applied and a management perspective, including carpentry techniques and new materials applications, while gaining a solid understanding of the renovation-related trades. Hands-on training takes place in fully equipped labs where students practice framing and finishing techniques related to renovations and new home construction, using sustainable design principles.
Technical topics include: residential renovations, custom home construction, cabinetry, site layout, demolition, framing and finishing, blueprint reading and the building code. You will learn custom millwork, stair construction, basic wiring, plumbing and drywall finishing.
Business skills include: business management, marketing, client relations, project management, site management, planning, scheduling, and controlling, estimating and cost accounting, budgeting, inspections, and financial management. You will also learn how to use and apply computer software and technology currently used in the construction industry, including spreadsheets, CAD, estimating, project management and presentation tools.
This program is unique in Ontario.
FUTURE STUDY OPTIONS
This program shares the first four semesters with the Building Renovation Technician program (T110) (see previous page). Semesters 5 and 6 prepare you for a wider range of career options, including the potential owning, operating and management of a renovation, custom home building, subcontracting or general contracting business.
Qualified graduates may be eligible for advanced standing in the George Brown College Bachelor of Applied Technology degree program. Bridge courses will be required.
For more information, see transferguide.georgebrown.ca.