Cabinetmaker (Apprenticeship)

Please note:

Prospective students must be registered apprentices with the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD). For more information on apprenticeship training contact your local Employment Ontario apprenticeship office.

Program description

This 720-hour program, consisting of three 240-hour levels, is designed to provide you with theoretical knowledge of all aspects of cabinetmaking, as well as the practical training necessary to complement your on-the-job training experience. Completion of this program confers the graduate an Ontario College Certificate titled Manufacturing Techniques - Cabinetmaker Apprenticeship.

For more information, please visit Woodworking Centre of Ontario.

Program details

Code: 0705
Delivery: Apprenticeship
Length: 720 hours
Start: Varies
Campus: Kitchener - Doon
Credential: Ontario College Certificate

Fees & payment

  • Fees are set by the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development as per the Offer of Classroom Training.
  • Books, safety equipment, tools, and parking fees are additional. For details, visit Orientation & support.
  • Applicants are registered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Awards & scholarships

Conestoga College's Student Financial Services administers many awards, bursaries, scholarships and academic grants. Information and application forms for numerous awards, bursaries and scholarships are administered by Student Financial Services.

Many program-specific awards are administered by individual programs. Students should speak to their faculty or program coordinators about additional awards available in their program specific areas.

Courses

Level 1

Course details

Materials I
CBNT1020


Hand Tools and Portable Power Tools Theory
CBNT1035


Stationary Machines and Safety Theory
CBNT1045


Cabinet Construction Theory I
CBNT1080


Trade Practice I
CBNT1090


Trade Drawings and Layout I
DRWG1240


Applied Trade Calculations
MATH1470


Level 2

Course details

Cutting Tool Theory
CBNT2010


Materials II
CBNT2020


Stationary Machines Theory
CBNT2035


Finishing I
CBNT2055


Cabinet Construction Theory II
CBNT2060


Trade Practice II
CBNT2070


Trade Drawings and Layouts II
DRWG2020


Level 3

Course details

Finishing II
CBNT3035


Site Installation
CBNT3050


Production Machines (CNC) and Sequences Theory
CBNT3060


Cabinet Construction Theory III
CBNT3070


Cabinet Construction Practice
CBNT3080


Trade Practice III
CBNT3090


Trade Drawings and Layouts III
DRWG3080


Please note:

Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs are based on the most recent available data through the Conestoga Campus Store.

Program outcomes

  1. Complete cabinetmaking projects and tasks in compliance with health and safety regulations and woodworking industry standards.
  2. Select and use the appropriate types and applications of joinery and fastening systems used in the construction of cabinetmaking and industrial woodworking to ensure solid construction of cabinets.
  3. Create and interpret drawings, production blueprints and layout procedures for production, planning, and estimating.
  4. Select, maintain, and safely operate hand tools, portable power tools and stationary trade-related machinery.
  5. Grade and select appropriate lumber and materials for industry-related projects.
  6. Perform sanding and adhesive operations to industry standards.
  7. Select and apply finishes and hardware to complete the construction of cabinets and industrial woodworking pieces.
  8. Apply trade calculations correctly to cabinetmaking applications.

Program handbook

Program handbook

Graduate opportunities

Cabinetmakers use a variety of woods and laminates to construct and repair wooden cabinets, furniture, and architectural woodwork/millwork products for various residential, commercial and industrial uses. They are employed by furniture manufacturing or repair companies, construction companies and cabinetmaking contractors, or they may be self-employed.

For more details on related occupations, job market information and career opportunities, see the Government of Canada website: https://www.jobbank.gc.ca/home


Program device requirements

Program device & software requirements

This program requires you to have a device that meets certain specifications. For most students, this cost is in addition to the tuition & fees listed above.

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