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COURSES OFFERED:

Grade 9 Construction

Grade 10 Construction

Grade 11 Construction/Religion (2 credits)

Grade 11 Construction/Aboriginal Studies (2 credits)

Grade 11 Construction

Grade 12 Construction/Religion (2 credits)

Grade 12 Construction/Aboriginal Studies (2 credits)

Grade 12 Construction

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Hands On Learning
  • learn about woodworking, residential carpentry, and more related trades
  • operate power tools safely and effectively to meet employer standards
  • improve math and literacy skills without even knowing it!
• Duel Credit with Fleming College
  • learn about Electrical, HRAC, Plumbing
  • learn about Renewable Energy Sources
  • receive a college credit before graduation (no cost!)
• Community Based Projects
  • put "Faith in Action!" - by getting both Construction & Religion credits
  • seek & build community needs while learning trade related skills
• CNC Technology
  • build projects by hand, by power tools, or by design with use of CNC Technology
  • learn and use current tech related to the trades
• Career Opportunities
  • huge demand for skilled trades-persons in Ontario
  • explore what careers suit you best before you invest in post-secondary

Exploring Construction Technology

TCJ1O

This exploratory course introduces students to concepts and skills in construction technology, which encompasses plumbing, electrical wiring, masonry, heating/cooling, carpentry, and woodworking. Students will develop an awareness of related environmental and societal issues and will begin to explore secondary and postsecondary pathways leading to careers in the field.

CREDIT: 1

TYPE: Open

GRADE: 9

Exploring Technologies

TIJ1O

This course enables students to further explore and develop technological knowledge and skills introduced in the elementary science and technology program. Students will be given the opportunity to design and create products and/or provide services related to the various technological areas or industries, working with a variety of tools, equipment, and software commonly used in industry. Students will develop an awareness of environmental and societal issues, and will begin to explore secondary and postsecondary education and training pathways leading to careers in technology-related fields.

CREDIT: 1

TYPE: Open

GRADE: 9

Construction Technology

TCJ2O

This course introduces students to building materials and processes through opportunities to design and build various construction projects. Students will learn to create and read working drawings; become familiar with common construction materials, components, and processes; and perform a variety of fabrication, assembly, and finishing operations. They will use a variety of hand and power tools and apply knowledge of imperial and metric systems of measurement, as appropriate. Students will develop an awareness of environmental and societal issues related to construction technology, and will explore secondary and postsecondary pathways leading to careers in the industry.

CREDIT: 1

TYPE: Open

GRADE: 10

Construction Engineering Technology

TCJ3C

This course focuses on the development of knowledge and skills related to residential construction. Students will gain hands-on experience using a variety of construction materials, processes, tools, and equipment; learn about building design and planning construction projects; create and interpret working drawings and sections; and learn how the Ontario Building Code and other regulations and standards apply to construction projects. Students will also develop an awareness of environmental and societal issues related to construction technology, and will explore career opportunities in the field.

CREDIT: 1

TYPE: College

GRADE: 11

Construction Engineering Technology

TCJ3CD

This course focuses on the development of knowledge and skills related to residential construction. Students will gain hands-on experience using a variety of construction materials, processes, tools, and equipment; learn about building design and planning construction projects; create and interpret working drawings and sections; and learn how the Ontario Building Code and other regulations and standards apply to construction projects. Students will also develop an awareness of environmental and societal issues related to construction technology, and will explore career opportunities in the field. This is a Dual Credit Course with Fleming College in Mechanical Trades (plumbing, HFAC, Electrical). Students will take this as well as their HRF 3O Course or NDA 3M Course for a half day. Students earn two high school credits and a Fleming College credit.

COURSE NOTE: Students must take HRF 3O or NDA 3M when choosing this Dual Credit course.

CREDIT: 1

TYPE: College

GRADE: 11

Construction Technology

TCJ3E

This course enables students to develop technical knowledge and skills related to carpentry, masonry, electrical systems, heating and cooling, and plumbing for residential construction. Students will gain hands-on experience using a variety of materials, processes, tools, and equipment to design, lay out, and build projects. They will create and read technical drawings, learn construction terminology, interpret building codes and regulations, and apply mathematical skills as they develop construction projects. Students will also develop an awareness of environmental and societal issues related to construction technology, and will explore postsecondary and career opportunities in the field.

CREDIT: 1

TYPE: Workplace

GRADE: 11

Construction Engineering Technology

TCJ4C

This course enables students to further develop knowledge and skills related to residential construction and to explore light commercial construction. Students will gain hands-on experience using a variety of materials, processes, tools, and equipment, and will learn more about building design and project planning. They will continue to create and interpret construction drawings and will extend their knowledge of construction terminology and of relevant building codes and regulations, as well as health and safety standards and practices. Students will also focus on environmental and societal issues related to construction engineering technology, and will explore career opportunities in the field.

CREDIT: 1

TYPE: College

GRADE: 12

PREREQUISITE: TCJ3C - Construction Engineering Technology

Construction Technology

TCJ4E

This course enables students to further develop technical knowledge and skills related to residential construction and to explore light commercial construction. Students will continue to gain hands-on experience using a variety of materials, processes, tools, and equipment; create and interpret construction drawings; and learn more about building design and project planning. They will expand their knowledge of terminology, codes and regulations, and health and safety standards related to residential and light commercial construction. Students will also expand their awareness of environmental and societal issues related to construction technology, and will explore entrepreneurship and career opportunities in the industry that may be pursued directly after graduation.

CREDIT: 1

TYPE: Workplace

GRADE: 12

PREREQUISITE: TCJ3E - Construction Technology