Fanshawe College Canada

Carpentry and Renovation Technician

Integrated Masters with deeper specialization and research focus
Taught in English
Duration 2 Years
Mode On Campus
Level Undergraduate
Degree Undergraduate Diploma
Next Intake TBA

Course Overview

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.

Course Curriculum & Details

Detailed information for serious evaluators

Program Overview

This program provides comprehensive training in carpentry and renovation techniques. Students will learn essential skills in drawings, takeoff, materials, and methods across multiple levels, along with computer applications and forming/framing. The curriculum progresses to cover advanced framing, construction administration, estimating, and various building systems like HVAC, plumbing, and electrical. Practical application of tools and software is emphasized throughout the program.

1 LEVEL 1

Drawings & takeoff-intro Mandatory
Materials & methods 1 Mandatory
Computer applications Mandatory
Forming & framing Mandatory
Tools-intro Mandatory
Co-operative education employment prep Mandatory

2 LEVEL 2

Reason & writing 1-technology Mandatory
Framing methods Mandatory
Materials & methods 2 Mandatory
Construction takeoff & ordering Mandatory
Graphic communication Mandatory
Canadian residential building history Mandatory

3 LEVEL 3

HVAC systems Mandatory
Construction administration 1 Mandatory
Construction estimating 1 Mandatory
Contracts in society Mandatory
Materials & methods 3 Mandatory
Building layout Mandatory

4 LEVEL 4

Construction administration 2 Mandatory
Construction software Mandatory
Plumbing systems Mandatory
Electrical systems Mandatory
Construction estimating 2 Mandatory
Materials & methods 4 Mandatory
Tools-adv Mandatory

Cost & Affordability

A clear picture of what this course will cost you

Program Costs

First Year Fee Tuition fee
USD 12,377.00
Second Year Fee Tuition fee
USD 12,377.00
Total Program Cost Estimated total tuition
USD 24,754.00

Currency note: Program costs shown in USD based on the available tuition breakdown.

Living Costs

Accommodation
USD 611.00 - USD 870.00
Food & Groceries USD 5,981.00 - USD 6,068.00
Transport USD 867.00 - USD 1,041.00
Utilities & Bills USD 1,734.00 - USD 2,167.00
Estimated Total USD 8,582.00 - USD 9,276.00

Living cost estimates are based on London Campus.

Outcomes & Employability

What happens after you graduate

90%
Graduate Employment Rate Within 6 to 12 months of graduation

Common Graduate Roles

Architecture & Urban PlanningCommercial & Industrial ConstructionConstruction Technology & Digital SolutionsCustoms, Trade & ComplianceElectrical & Mechanical InstallationEnvironmental & Sustainable ConstructionQuantity Surveying & Cost EstimationRail & Mass TransitReal Estate DevelopmentTransport Engineering & Infrastructure

Top Employers Hiring for this course

AECOM

EllisDon

PCL Construction

Why Study Carpentry and Renovation Technician at Fanshawe College

What makes this program stand out

Fast Application response time

Fanshawe College typically responds to applications within a week, giving you clarity on your options quickly.

Life at Fanshawe College in Canada

What daily life looks like for international students

Language

English

Primary language everywhere

Climate

Mild & Rainy

10-20°C average, pack layers

Safety (Numbeo Safety Index)

Very Safe

Exeter is one of UK's safest cities

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Carpentry and Renovation Technician at Fanshawe College

Can I work while studying?

International students can work up to 24 hours per week off-campus during term time and have unlimited hours on breaks or on-campus. No separate work permit is needed.

What English language score do I need for this course?

To enroll, you will need to meet specific English test requirements. Acceptable tests include Duolingo, TOEFL, IELTS, and PTE, with varying scores for each.

What jobs can I get after studying this course?

Graduates can pursue careers as carpenters, renovation technicians, construction managers, project estimators, or property developers.

What will I actually study in this course?

The Carpentry and Renovation Technician two-year college diploma program combines in-class learning with two co-operative education work terms. Students will learn the skills to handle tools, read blueprints, material methods, and construction practices. Graduates will also gain advanced skills in leadership and management through the study and application of quantity surveying, estimating, small business operation, scheduling, and property development.

When can I start — what are the intake months?

The Carpentry and Renovation Technician program has an intake month of September, allowing students to start their studies each fall.
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