Diploma in Carpentry and Renovation Technician

There are career-building opportunities in this skilled trade for people who enjoy working with their hands and take pride in a job well done. Loyalist College students practice green and sustainable building methods as they work through construction and or renovation projects.

What’s Next?

• You can graduate into the workforce after one or two years of study
• Expand your skills with a double diploma in another College program, in as little as two semesters
• Those wishing to pursue an apprenticeship may be awarded advanced standing toward the in-school component of a Construction Craft Worker apprenticeship
• Loyalist College grads are able to apply skills to help obtain apprenticeships such as General Carpenter
• The skills you acquire may also assist in obtaining licences and accreditation such as Red Seal

Turn Your Diploma into a Degree

Many universities across Canada and abroad will provide credit recognition for your diploma studies at Loyalist College. The following is a list of agreements that are currently in place. There are many more options, and new agreements are added annually.

Two-Year Diploma

• Algoma University — B.A.; B.B.A.; B.Sc.; Bach. Computer Science
• Brock University — various*
• Lakehead University — B.B.A.
• Laurentian University — various*
• Nipissing University — various*
• Seneca College — Bach. Interdisciplinary Studies
• Ontario Tech University — B.A. Adult Education and Digital Technology
• University of Waterloo — various*
• Wilfrid Laurier University — various*
• York University — various*
• Atlantic Technological University - Year 3

*Various potential degree pathways. Please confirm details with the receiving institution.

Experiential Learning

Learning emphasizes practical hands-on work during a major carpentry, new construction or renovation building project:

• Practise your skills in carpentry and construction including, rough carpentry/framing, finish carpentry, base footings, insulation, vapour and air barriers, drywalling, window and door installation, interior and exterior finishes, fine finishing techniques, and roofing.
• Study building codes, work from blueprints, produce basic sketches, develop building details and create computer-assisted drawings using AutoCAD and SketchUp.
• Receive hands-on instruction in environmentally sound construction techniques, proper tool usage and job site safety.
• Second-year students develop advanced techniques in sustainable and alternative building, sustainable construction, green building and healthy homes, i.e., low VOC (volatile organic compounds), electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems.
• Obtain industry-required certificates such as Working at Heights and First Aid.
• Learn green building techniques.

Outstanding Faculty Make the Difference

• Teachers share their experience based on 15 years in residential and small commercial design, working in architectural and construction firms, and running their own businesses.
• Our program faculty are expert builders and general contractors who use a wide network of industry contacts to connect students with jobs.