This is an ARCHIVED version of the Kwantlen University College Calendar for 2000-2001 and is provided for historical reference only. See the current version of the Calendar for updated information.

Carpentry/
Building Construction


Offered at Newton

9 to 11 months as continuous intake

Graduation

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be awarded a Certificate in Carpentry/Building Construction.

Description

The purpose of this program is to provide students with skills and knowledge in the subject area of building construction. Kwantlen considers the scope and depth of this program to be appropriate for students entering industry on a permanent basis.

Hands-on shop experience is the basis from which skills are developed in the program. This program is developed around the individual needs of students, and these needs will determine the actual length of instruction. The program is designed to accommodate past experience, and credit and/or advancement will be given to students who can demonstrate learned skills plus theoretical knowledge. The content has been organized into modules to ensure maximum flexibility for individualized training. This program is offered Monday through Friday on a continuous intake basis. The estimated length of the program is eight to ten months.

Admission Requirements

1. Grade 10 reading comprehension and math skills assessed by Kwantlen
2. Satisfactory physical health
3. Interview with instructor
4. Students will require appropriate safety wear in conformance with Workers' Compensation Board regulations
5. A list of tools required will be provided by Admissions prior to starting this program

Content

· Safe Work Practices

· Basic Power tools

· Basic Handtools

· Cabinets & Plastic

· Introduction to Concrete

· Air Nailers & Staplers

· Laminates

· Floor Framing

· Wall Framing

· Wood & Vinyl Siding

· Roof Framing

· Asphalt Shingles

· Cedar Shakes

· Stair Calculating & Building

· Concrete Forms

· Doors

· Concrete Quantity Calc.

· Steel Studs

· Drywall Installation

·Taping & Filling

· Spraytex

· Powder Actuated Tools

· Basic Leveling
(builders level)

· Blueprint Reading &
Basic (Hilti & Ramset) Estimating


Kwantlen University College
http://www.kwantlen.bc.ca
604-599-2100
Contact the Admissions Department
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