Carpentry

Program Overview

As a student in the Carpentry Applied Certificate program, you will receive basic knowledge and develop skills required to work in the residential, commercial construction and related industries.

For more information, contact Ryan Hooyenga, Program Head at 306-659-4032 or ryan.hooyenga@saskpolytech.ca or Janice Matwishyn at 306-765-1564 or janice.matwishyn@saskpolytech.ca

Apprenticeship Credit

With this Saskatchewan Polytechnic credential, you may be eligible for credit towards apprenticeship training. To learn more, contact the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC).

Length and Start Date

Start Date(s):

January 2, 2019 - Saskatoon

Length: 18 weeks

Locations

Saskatoon

Admissions

Admission Requirements

Grade 10
English Language Requirement

Special Admission

Applicants who do not possess the academic qualifications for a program may be admitted if evidence of probable success can be established through a special admission assessment. Interested individuals should still apply. Applicants are automatically considered for special admission. However, some specific admission requirements may still need to be met. Refer to the ACCUPLACER© cut scores for this program below, and review additional details concerning Special Admission.

ACCUPLACER©

250 Arithmetic
243 Reading
236 Writing

Admission Method

First Qualified/First Admitted

The First Qualified/First Admitted (FQFA) process is used for the majority of Saskatchewan Polytechnic programs. When we determine that you meet the program's admission requirements, you will be offered admission based on the date you fully qualify for the program. The earlier you provide the appropriate documents and information that qualify you for admission to the next intake, the earlier you might begin your studies. Your application, once qualified, is always considered for the next intake.

Applicants to programs with multiple intakes in an academic year remain in the application pool until the last intake for that academic year has begun. Programs using the FQFA process receive applications year round and maintain an application pool for each academic year. Qualified applicants who are not offered a seat must reapply for the next academic year.

Sponsored programs or programs targeted to specific groups do not accept applications year round or maintain an application pool.

See Admission Processes for more information about this method of admission.

Tuition and Fees

Estimates are based on current rates and are subject to change. Amounts for a program may vary by campus. Totals shown here include all mandatory fees as well as approximate cost for books and supplies. Visit the Tuition and Fees web page for a complete breakdown of tuition and fees for this program.

$4,200

Courses

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Code

Name/Description

Credits

BPRT 127

Construction Documents

You will learn how to identify and use basic construction drawings to determine the location, sizes, and types of materials required for residential buildings. You will also be able to interpret building codes and permits.
Credit Units: 1
Course Hours: 15.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online, Work Based Delivery

CNST 126

Site Layout

You will learn how to calculate and establish construction elevations using builder’s levels. You will be able to describe the procedures for performing as well as establish building lines using hand tools. You will also learn how to transfer elevations using a laser level.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online

CONC 122

Concrete

You will learn the skills required to test, place, consolidate, finish, and cure concrete. Concrete maintenance and repair will also be covered.
Credit Units: 2
Course Hours: 30.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online

EQPT 126

Tools

You will learn how to select and properly use a wide variety of hand tools, portable power tools and stationary tools and equipment. You will also learn how to identify and use powder actuated tools.
Credit Units: 4
Course Hours: 60.0
Corequisites(s): PROJ 122
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online, Work Based Delivery

FNDT 120

Foundations

You will learn how to construct and install formwork for footings, grade beams, and slabs-on-grade. Various types of concrete formwork will be covered as well as procedures for installing reinforcing materials, miscellaneous inserts, and anchor bolts. Procedures for constructing permanent wood foundations will also be covered.
Credit Units: 4
Course Hours: 60.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online

FRMG 126

Floor Framing

You will learn to assemble various types of floor systems as well as procedures for installing floor sheathing. You will also learn basic principles required for deck construction.
Credit Units: 4
Course Hours: 60.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online

FRMG 221

Wall Systems

You will learn how to construct wood frame walls, steel stud walls and ceiling joists. Installing strapping, blocking and furring is also covered.
Credit Units: 4
Course Hours: 60.0
Potential Learning Method(s): *Independent - Structured Time, Independent Study, Lecture/Lab, Online

FRMG 250

Roof Trusses

You will learn how to lay out, assemble, erect and brace engineered roof trusses.
Credit Units: 1
Course Hours: 15.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online

JOBS 125

Essential Job Skills

You will develop essential job skills by preparing job search documents and practicing effective interpersonal communication skills for the workplace.
Credit Units: 1
Course Hours: 15.0
Equivalent Course(s): COMM 106, COMM 127, TCOM 102
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory, Online

MATE 126

Building Materials

You will learn to identify different types of wood and non-wood products used in the construction industry as well as various types of mechanical and non-mechanical fasteners and anchors.
Credit Units: 1
Course Hours: 15.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online, Work Based Delivery

MATH 140

Trade Math

You will study basic math operations involving whole numbers, common and decimal fractions, percentages, and ratios and proportions. You will also perform length, area and volume calculations, and conversions involving the Imperial and Metric systems of measurement.
Credit Units: 1
Course Hours: 15.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Independent Study, Lecture/Theory

PROJ 122

Projects

You will apply the skills and knowledge acquired in EQPT 126 (Tools) to construct shop projects. Hands-on experience will help you acquire skills in using common tools of the trade.
Credit Units: 4
Course Hours: 60.0
Corequisites(s): EQPT 126
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online

SCAF 120

Scaffolds and Rigging

You will receive the theory and hands on experience needed for the safe use of ladders, ramps and runways used in construction. The course content includes erecting, maintaining and dismantling various types of access scaffolds and rigging and hoisting equipment.
Credit Units: 1
Course Hours: 15.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Independent Study, Lecture/Lab, Online, Work Based Delivery

SFTY 129

Safety Awareness

You will learn to apply occupational health and safety regulations. You will be able to identify and describe personal protective equipment, fall protection, working environment hazards, and industrial health hazards.
Credit Units: 1
Course Hours: 15.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Independent Study, Lecture/Lab, Online, Work Based Delivery

WORK 125

Work Placement

You will spend two weeks gaining experience in the construction industry. This will allow you to apply the technical skills and knowledge you acquired during the program. You will have the opportunity to select a company where you would like to complete your work experience.
Credit Units: 0
Course Hours: 80.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Online, Work Experience - Group, Work Experience -Individual

Get Credit for What You Know

Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition

Saskatchewan Polytechnic recognizes that adults learn in many different ways. This includes acquiring knowledge and skills through life and work experience or non-formal training. See links below to more information about PLAR and detailed PLAR candidate guides for courses in this program.

Candidate Guide
Candidate Guide for Math and Science courses
- (e.g., APHY, CALC, CHEM, MAT, MATH, PHYS, STAT, etc.)
Candidate Guide for Communication and Social Science courses
- (e.g., COM, COMM, ENGL, PSYC, SOCI, etc.)
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