Office of the Dean

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Dean's Message

Welcome to the Faculty of Trades and Technology at Kwantlen Polytechnic University!

If you are thinking about a career in the skilled trades, or are already an active apprentice, you have come to the right place!  We offer 11 different foundation and apprenticeship programs in partnership with the Industry Training Authority of BC (ITABC), all leading to Red Seal Certification.  We also offer Farrier Science, taught in our Farrier Barn with live horses, and Mechatronics and Advanced Manufacturing Technology, an undergraduate program which is Siemens Certified. 

Whether you are following in the footsteps of family members, teachers, or friends, or embarking upon a completely new adventure, we are here to help support and guide you along the way.  Each of our programs offers an exciting mix of classroom instruction and applied learning to help prepare you for a satisfying and lucrative career in the skilled trades.  A blend of theoretical learning in the classroom with practical hands-on instruction in the shop is the perfect opportunity to foster excitement, all while learning your craft in a respectful, safe, and inclusive environment. 

Skilled trades workers are in high demand, and a career in the skilled trades can offer stability, mobility, and flexibility.  Now is the time to choose a path where you can truly make a difference.  In the Faculty of Trades and Technology, you will have the opportunity to be an agent of change and directly impact the environment in which you live, work, and play.

Laura McDonald
Dean, Faculty of Trades and Technology

Contact Us

KPU Tech
5500 180 Street
Cloverdale, B.C. V3S 6R1

Phone: 604-599-2000
Fax: 604-598-6111
Email: study@kpu.ca

Hours (closed on statutory holidays):

  • Monday - Thursday: 9:00-4:30
  • Friday: 9:00-1:30

Administration

Laura McDonald
Dean, Faculty of Trades and Technology
Phone: 604-598-6112
Email: Laura.McDonald@kpu.ca

Dr. Joel Murray
Associate Dean, Faculty of Trades and Technology
Phone: 604-598-6109
Email: Joel.Murray@kpu.ca

William Alvarado Barraza
Divisional Business Manager
Phone: 604-598-6101
Email: William.Alvarado@kpu.ca

Dean's Office Administration

Karen Dumaresq
Administrative Assistant
Phone: 604-598-6014
Email: Karen.Dumaresq@kpu.ca

Kulpreet Sasan
Program Progression Officer
Phone: 604-598-6108
Email: Kulpreet.Sasan@kpu.ca

Student & Apprenticeship Services

Cindy Bilow
Divisional Coordinator, Administration and Student Services
Phone: 604-598-6107
Email: Cindy.Bilow@kpu.ca

Barbara Hodgins
Apprenticeship Services Officer
Phone: 604-598-6102
Email: Barbara.Hodgins@kpu.ca

Dawn Durant
Apprenticeship Services Officer
Phone: 604-598-6102
Email: Dawn.Durant@kpu.ca

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Student Enrolment Officer
Phone: 604-***-****
Email: ***@kpu.ca

 

Program Support

Dirk Schulz
Coordinator Inventory & Support
Phone: 604-598-6110
Email: Dirk.Schulz@kpu.ca

Andreas Jordt
Divisional Program Technician
Email: Andreas.Jordt@kpu.ca

Craig Deacon
Vocational Program Assistant
Email: Craig.Deacon@kpu.ca

Danny Santos
Divisional Program Technician
Email: Danilo.Santos@kpu.ca

Kaylin Ottens
Farrier Program Assistant
Phone: 604-598-6177
Email: Kaylin.Ottens@kpu.ca

Parma Nand
Divisional Program Technician
Email: Parma.Nand@kpu.ca

Sam Ghasemabadi
Divisional Program Technician
Email: Meisam.Ghasemabadi@kpu.ca

Tony Amenta
Divisional Program Technician
Email: Tony.Amenta@kpu.ca

Faculty Council

The Faculty Council of the Faculty of Trades and Technology is the Faculty's academic governing body as required under the University Act. The responsibilities of the Faculty Council include the approval of credentials, and advising on the priorities of the Faculty and the Faculty budget. For agenda items, committee members, meeting times or minutes regarding the Faculty of Trades and Technology Faculty Council and Standing Committees, please contact cindy.bilow@kpu.ca.