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Program code
Program Delivery Part-time

Program information

Program description

Intake information

Start dateCampus
Fall 2025 Barrie, Owen Sound

Tuition and fees

What are the admission requirements for the Carpentry and Renovation Techniques program?

admission requirements

What career paths can I take in carpentry and renovations?

Your Carpentry and Renovation Techniques certificate gives you many career opportunities

Our graduates enjoy success as employees in residential, commercial and industrial construction, as well as the renovation field. Potential opportunities may include General Carpenter, Framer, Formwork Carpenter, Renovator, Stair Builder and Trim Carpenter. Graduates are eligible for apprenticeship credits into the General Carpentry 403A apprenticeship program with the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development. Graduates may choose to develop more specialized skills through additional education in Cabinetmaking, Building Inspection, Interior Design, and Architecture.

What courses are included in the Carpentry and Renovation Techniques certificate program?

Course overview

12 Program Courses
1 Communications Course
1 General Education Course

Program-specific courses

Semester 1 courses are listed below. For a full list of courses in the program including course descriptions, view the Carpentry and Renovation Techniques program outline.

  • CART 1011 – Carpentry Fundamentals
  • CART 1012 – Applied Carpentry Fundamentals
  • CART 1014 – Formwork and Framing
  • CART 1020 – Blueprint Reading Fundamentals
  • CART 1022 – Residential Construction Fundamentals
  • CART 1023 – Construction Site Practices
  • MATH 1036 – Math for Wood Trades
  • Select 1 course from the general education list during registration.

Your course delivery method(s)

In person

This program is delivered fully in person and requires you to attend campus.

Please note, delivery methods are based on planning for the upcoming semester and are subject to change.

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