The Carpentry and Renovation Technician undergraduate diploma at Fanshawe College is your pathway to a hands-on career in the construction industry. You will develop essential skills in blueprint reading, material methods, and fundamental construction practices, preparing you to tackle diverse renovation projects. This program is ideal for those who enjoy practical work and want to build a solid foundation in carpentry, equipping you with the knowledge to enter a vital trade. You will learn to expertly handle tools and understand construction techniques.
This full-time, on-campus program is studied over two years and includes two co-operative education work terms, offering invaluable real-world experience. You will gain advanced skills in areas such as quantity surveying, estimating, and construction administration, preparing you for leadership roles. The curriculum covers essential topics like drawings and takeoff, forming and framing, and construction software. You will graduate with the practical abilities and management insights needed for success in carpentry and renovation, opening doors to roles in small business operations and property development.