2012-13 University Calendar
 Kwantlen Polytechnic University  Calendar  2012-13  Faculty of Trades & Technology  Carpentry/Building Construction: Citation (Foundation)

Carpentry/Building Construction: Citation (Foundation)

Description

In this 24 week program students will cover first year theory for the Carpentry apprenticeship. The practical portion of the program will develop skills to use hand tools, power tools, and construct residential framing and concrete formwork projects. The scope and depth of this program is appropriate for students entering industry on a permanent basis. Additional information is available on our program website at: kwantlen.ca/trades/carpentry.

Content is organized into modules to ensure an organized approach to develop safety skills, and tool operating skills. Students who complete the Foundation program are eligible for credit for first level of apprenticeship in-school technical training, as well as 450 work-based training hours toward completion of the Carpentry apprenticeship program.

For further information about the trade please check the Red Seal website.

Program Admission Requirements

In addition to Kwantlen's General university admission requirements including the vocational-level English Proficiency Requirement, the following program admission requirements apply.

Notes:

Recommend satisfactory physical health. Prior to applying, prospective students with mental or physical impairments, who may require program accommodations, should contact the Office of the Dean of Trades and Technology to discuss required skills and competencies, and a Disability Advisor at 604.599.3233 to ensure appropriate accommodations can be arranged.

Program Requirements

Required Courses
  CARP 1102 Safe Work Practices 2 credits
  CARP 1104 Hand and Power Tools 3 credits
  CARP 1109 Building Materials, Codes and Drawings 3 credits
  CARP 1115 Building Site Layout and Leveling 2 credits
  CARP 1119 Building Residential Concrete Formwork Systems 2.5 credits
  CARP 1125 Floors, Walls & Ceilings: Residential Framing Systems 3.5 credits
  CARP 1130 Roofs & Stairs: Residential Framing Systems 3.5 credits

Note: Students must achieve 70% (B-) or better in practical exams and assignments.

Other Information

Special Equipment

Students will require appropriate safety wear in conformance with WorkSafeBC regulations. A list of required tools will be provided by Admissions prior to starting this program.

Credential Awarded

Upon successful completion of this program, students are eligible to receive a Citation in Carpentry/Building Construction.

Upon successful completion, Kwantlen will also report your technical training completion information to the Industry Training Authority (ITA) in order for the ITA to determine credit towards your designated apprenticeship.

Last Updated: Aug 9, 2012

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