Course Code:SAFE-1005

PEI Occupational Health and Safety

An overview of the Occupational Health and Safety Act of Prince Edward Island. Students examine the legislation, how PEI employees are protected while on the job and the responsibilities of employees and employers.

Course Code:ARCH-1400

Heritage Recording and Architectural History

This course is an introduction to residential architectural history with an emphasis on existing Prince Edward Island buildings. This course also provides an overview of the principles and practices of heritage recording. This course includes field work to acquire measurements that are used in the production of As-Found Drawings.

Course Code:BUSI-1110

Introduction to Project Management

This course introduces students to the fundamental principles and tools of project management as they apply to heritage retrofit carpentry projects. Students learn to develop work breakdown structures, network diagrams, and Gantt charts to plan and schedule construction activities. The course also examines project risk, budgeting, contracts, quality management, and resource allocation while emphasizing effective communication and project planning within a construction environment.

Course Code:CARP-1305

Blueprint Reading & Basic Drafting

This course introduces students to working drawings used for construction. Students learn to read drawings and interpret the information contained in the drawings. Students are also introduced to basic drafting principles and how they relate to blueprint production and creation.

Course Code:CARP-2010

Advanced Finish Carpentry

In this course students learn to recreate windows, doors, and millwork from an existing example and from drawings. Included in this course are: stair building and installation, trim and wall finish creation and installation and window building. In addition, students learn to install wood floors and apply various finishes to wood.

Course Code:CARP-2020

Energy Efficiency

This course provides an overview of what it means to be energy efficient and why this is important. The course briefly looks at commercial applications and focuses mainly on residential applications, with an emphasis on applying energy efficient building practices to existing and new construction.

Course Code:CARP-2030

Timber Frame Carpentry

Students learn about timber frame construction from the planning to construction stages of a structure. Specialized tools, practices and building techniques that are unique to timber frames are explored during the construction of a timber frame structure.

Course Code:CARP-2040

Restoration and Renovation Methods I

In this course students learn the theory and practical application of methods in restoration and repair of existing structures.

Course Code:CARP-2045

Restoration and Renovation Methods II

Building on the knowledge and skills from Restoration and Renovation Methods I, students acquire further experience with restoration and repair methods. In addition, apply the Standards and Guidelines, as set out by Parks Canada to compile an estimate and bid for completing a restoration or repair on a historical structure or component. Students present their findings to the class in the form of a polished sales pitch.

Course Code:COMM-1005

Workplace Communications

This course is designed to allow students to develop preparatory skills for securing and retaining employment including; workplace communication, time management, critical thinking and problem-solving, and customer service. Upon successful completion of this course students are able to use oral communications techniques, and create a variety of written documents and reports used in the workplace. Methods and strategies for job search, preparation and retention are also incorporated.

Course Code:COMP-1000

Computer Essentials

Students learn productivity software and explore digital environments with practical applications for various workplaces and educational institutions. The main areas of focus include word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software, email and other electronic communication tools, various digital environments, and industry-specific applications.

Course Code:MATH-1005

Math Essentials

This course is designed to provide students with a review of fundamental trade related math skills. Students acquire competency in the math skills as they relate to their chosen trade program and future career. Emphasis is placed on developing problem solving and critical thinking skills. Students are challenged to continually make connections between math and their trade, as well as every day applications.

Course Code:MATH-1017

Heritage Carpentry Math

This course is designed to enable the student to develop trade-related math skills. Students acquire competency in math skills as they relate to their heritage carpentry program and future careers. Emphasis is placed on developing problem-solving and critical-thinking skills. Students are challenged to continually make connections between math and carpentry, as well as everyday applications.

Course Code:NCPR-1001

Standard First Aid and CPR/AED Level C

A comprehensive two-day course offering standard first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) skills from a certified trainer. As required by regulation, this course covers CPR and the management of other breathing, airway and circulation emergencies, as well as, the control of bleeding, treating shock, stabilizing fractures and dislocations, head and spine injuries, and more. Also, includes automated external defibrilators (AED). This certification expires in 3 years.

Course Code:NCPR-1002

Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems

Students complete Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) training and certification.

Course Code:NCPR-1066

Certified Fall Protection

Students are trained and become certified in the application and use of fall protection equipment. Students explore hazards, legislative requirements, as well as various types of fall protection systems and their components. Demonstration of the proper application and use of fall protection is required in order to pass this course.

Course Code:NCPR-1068

Elevated Work Platforms

Students acquire knowledge, demonstrate proficiency, and become certified in the safe use of elevated work platforms. Please note that Certified Fall Protection training is a pre-requisite for this course, and students are expected to supply their own personal protective equipment, including hard hat, eye protection, and steel toed footwear.

Course Code:SAFE-1010

Occupational Health and Safety

Students learn the information needed to prevent accidents and protect themselves and others from injury on the worksite, as well as the appropriate steps to take in the event of an accident. Areas of focus include; provincial legislation regarding workplace health and safety, personal protective equipment, types of fires and extinguishers, proper use of ladders and scaffolding, hazardous building materials and substances, and the role of foreperson in the workplace. Students are also expected to complete a practical safety component.

Course Code:CARP-2055

Traditional Carpentry Capstone

This course provides students with an opportunity to research and reproduce an existing piece of heritage millwork (i.e. mantle piece, stair railing etc.), or work with a client to document and produce a modern project that contains elements of historical woodwork. Students further expand their basic drafting skills to produce a set of working drawings that will be used in the completion of the project.

Course Code:PRAC-2150

Heritage Retrofit Carpentry-OJT

On-the-job training provides students with an opportunity to apply skills and knowledge acquired in the Heritiage Retrofit Carpentry program to a relevant work environment. OJT participants are expected to assume, with appropriate supervision, the duties and responsibilities normally expected of an entry-level employee in a similar position. Using their own observations and initiative, students are expected to acquire and apply new skills as may be expected of a new employee in their respective workplace setting.