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The Construction Technology program is accredited by the Canadian Technology Accreditation Board of the Canadian Council of Technicians and Technologists.

Construction Technology

The construction industry is the largest employer in Canada. The Construction Technology program prepares students to enter the administrative and middle management levels of the building construction industry. Because of the broadness of the industry, the program does not attempt to train specialists but is designed to give students a basic understanding of the overall building construction industry. On-the-job training is an integral part of the program.

The Construction Technology program is accredited by the Canadian Technology Accreditation Board of the Canadian Council of Technicians and Technologists. Accredited programs are recognized across Canada as having met national academic standards.

Graduates with two years appropriate work experience may apply for registration with the Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists of Prince Edward Island. With work experience, opportunities exist that lead to Gold Seal Certification for construction superintendents, estimators and project managers.

Students in the Construction Technology program will choose a course of study in either of two profiles: Construction Technician or Lab/Field Testing Technician.

Construction Technician

The Construction Technician profile focuses on estimating, scheduling, surveying, expediting, inspecting, coordinating and supervising new residential and commercial building construction and renovations.

Lab/Field Testing Technician

The Lab/Field Testing Technician profile focuses on inspection and testing of concrete, soil and asphalt materials.

Areas of Competency

Building Construction Materials
Through literature review students will identify and select various building materials used in building construction. These materials include, but are not limited to, concrete, masonry, wood, plastics, and steel. Organized visits to local construction sites will allow for the viewing, installation and application of these products.

Building Construction Principles
An introduction to the application of contract documents, tenders, schedules, estimating techniques and project management skills essential to the day-to-day operations of a construction business.

Codes, Standards and Regulations
The interpretation and application of municipal, provincial and national codes and standards that apply to all phases of construction including the National Building Code of Canada, Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, Electrical, Plumbing and Fire Codes.

Communications
Gain knowledge and skills in oral and written communications including writing a resume, letters and reports, and participate in meetings.

Computer Literacy
Focus on computer operating systems and file management fundamentals, how to use e-mail and the internet, and work in a networked environment; learn the fundamentals of wordprocessors, spreadsheets, presentation software and databases as they apply to business, estimating and inventory applications.

Computer-Aided Design (CAD)
Utilize industry standard CAD software and hardware to prepare architectural working drawings.

Construction Tools and Equipment
Identify and select tools and equipment required to complete a construction project from start to finish including hand tools, power tools, light and heavy equipment.

Drafting
The ability to produce clear and concise technical sketches and shop drawings is an important part of the construction technicians abilities. Students will learn and apply drafting techniques such as the use of scales and drafting instruments, sheet layout and lettering techniques.

Estimate Quantities and Costs
Use estimating techniques to determine the cost of building materials, labour, site overhead, and start-up costs associated with residential and commercial construction. Manual calculation techniques and computer assisted estimating software are both used over the period of the two year program.

Interpreting Working Drawings and Specifications
An introduction to the reading and interpretation of blueprints and specifications that enables learners to effectively estimate and construct a structure. Included are architectural, structural, mechanical and electrical drawings.

Mathematics and Physics
Technical mathematics and physics focusing on trigonometric functions, quadratic equations, logarithms, laws of motion, force, heat and energy will be studied.

Surveying
Use surveying equipment including levels and theodolites to measure distances, angles and elevations in order to locate site features. This information will be used to develop site plans, contour plans and other technical drawings.

Testing of Materials
Sample and test various construction materials including concrete, soils, and asphalt. This portion of the course is conducted in both the first and second year of the program.

Mechanics of Materials
Mechanics of materials provides the basis for structural design applications. Learners will solve problems involving the geometric properties of structural shapes, properties such as centroids, moment of inertia and modulus of elasticity. Learners will also analyze simple trusses and beams and graphically represent internal beam forces using shear and bending moment diagrams.

Graduate Opportunities

Graduates of this program may find employment with:

• General and subcontractors
• Government offices and agencies
• Surveyors
• Construction product manufacturers
• Inspection and testing firms
• Building material suppliers
• Engineering offices
• Construction administrators
• Cost estimating firms

Admission Requirements

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Grade 12 academic English; grade 12 academic math, and grade 11 or 12 academic physics
• Resume including work and volunteer experience with applicable dates, membership in groups, associations or athletics, awards and distinctions, and any other information about yourself relevant to the program to which you are applying.

If you have any questions concerning the Construction Technology program, contact: tmckenna@hollandc.pe.ca