Construction Techniques (Carpentry)

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Courses - September 2025

Level 1

Course details

College Reading & Writing Skills
COMM1085


Conestoga 101
CON0101


New Construction Theory I
CONS1801


New Construction Practice I
CONS1815


Plans, Specifications and Codes I
DRWG1175


Estimating and Calculations
MATH1800


Level 2

Course details

Client Relations
BUS1436


New Construction Theory II
CONS1820


New Construction Practice II
CONS1835


Metal Cutting and Welding
WELD2520


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

Program outcomes

  1. Identify and use strategies to enhance professional growth and ongoing learning in the construction field.
  2. Identify and adhere to established health and safety practices.
  3. Perform all construction tasks in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, codes and ethical practices in the construction field.
  4. Work in accordance with established sustainability practices*.
  5. Collaborate with a range of tradespersons and project stakeholders* to maintain effective working relationships.
  6. Communicate technical information to a variety of clients, supervisors and tradespersons to participate in the successful completion of construction projects*.
  7. Identify and use industry-specific technologies to support construction projects*.
  8. Solve on-site trade-related construction problems using mathematical equations and geometric concepts.
  9. Select, maintain and safely operate hand and power tools and equipment used in the building construction trades.
  10. Assist in the preparation of project estimates.
  11. Assist skilled tradespersons and perform labouring tasks at construction sites.