CARPENTRY

The Carpentry program focuses on developing practical, hands-on construction skills. Students gain extensive experience in residential and commercial construction techniques, allowing them to understand not only how building processes are carried out, but also why specific methods are used on the job site.

Students learn to align and level structures, build wood and concrete forms, construct floors, walls, roofs, and staircases, and complete interior and exterior finishing work. They also develop skills in blueprint reading, modification, and repair of building assemblies.

Training includes:

• Formwork and structural construction
• Blueprint reading and interpretation
• Interior and exterior finishing
• Insulation, ventilation, and soundproofing
• Stair construction

• Carpenter-joiner
• Kitchen cupboard and vanity installer

To be eligible for admission to the Carpentry program, candidates must meet one of the following requirements:

Persons holding a Secondary School Diploma or its recognized equivalent.

OR

Persons who are at least 16 years of age on September 30 of the school year in which their training is to begin and have earned the Secondary IV credits in language of instruction, second language and mathematics in the programs of study established by the Minister, or have been granted recognition of equivalent learning.

OR

Persons who are at least 18 years of age upon entry into the program and have the following functional prerequisites: the successful completion of the General Development Test and the course in language of instruction ENG-3101-3 3102-2, mathematics MTH-3053-2, or recognition of equivalent learning.

OR

Persons having earned Secondary III credits in language of instruction, second language and mathematics in the programs of study established by the Minister and who will continue their general education courses concurrently with their vocational training in order to obtain the credits they are missing among the following: Secondary IV language of instruction, second language and mathematics in the programs of study established by the Minister.

Hours	Statement of the Competency
30	Prevent health, safety, and physical integrity hazards on construction sites
15	Situate oneself in relation to the trade and the training process
75	Use portable hand tools and power tools to perform assemblies
90	Process information related to plans, specifications, and sketches
45	Perform calculations related to planning
60	Perform alignment and leveling operations
45	Carry out scaffolding, lifting, and material handling activities
90	Manufacture and install cabinetry and finishing accessories
105	Build formwork for footings, foundation walls, and concrete walls
30	Carry out activities related to the installation of deep foundations
105	Build formwork for columns, beams, slabs, and concrete staircases
60	Build floor framing
90	Build wall framing
105	Build roofs
45	Carry out insulation, soundproofing, and ventilation work
105	Carry out exterior finishing work
120	Carry out interior finishing work
120	Build wooden staircases
15	Prepare for integration into the labour market
1350	Total

Payable upon acceptation in the program

Student Fee (non-refundable): $40.00        

Program Service Fee (non-refundable): $140.00

Payable before the start of class

Mandatory Items Paid at Centre

Result Charts, Project Drawing, Reference Sheets, Helmet, Safety Glasses: $120.00

CEMEQ Learning Guides: $372.00

ASP Construction Certification: $60.00

TOTAL: $732.00

Deposit for loan of a toolbox: $300.00

For a comprehensive cost list please contact LVTC

All costs are non-refundable

Costs are subject to change without notice 

MANDATORY PERSONAL EQUIPMENT

Boots (CSA approved, flame and spark resistant)

2 pairs of workpants or jeans

School supplies

Have some previous carpentry experience ?

Recognition of Acquired Competencies could shorten the time between you and your diploma.

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