Construction, Building and Renovation Programs at Ontario Colleges

What to expect from a career as a Construction Technician, Engineer or more

The building and construction industry is always looking for trained professionals to fill a variety of important roles, from hands-on construction work to building inspection or appraising. Construction, building and renovation programs at Ontario colleges provide not only skills training, but also the mathematical, business and project planning skills necessary for a full understanding of construction projects and for working independently as a contractor.

Whether you’re interested in the business side of the construction industry or you want a hands-on career as a builder, here’s what you need to know. More

Construction, Building and Renovation Courses

Ontario college construction, building and renovation programs are offered at different levels and with different specializations. Common program categories include:

Construction Techniques / Skills Programs. Construction techniques or skills programs are typically one-year certificate programs designed to get graduates into the construction industry quickly. They offer introductory knowledge on blueprint reading, construction materials, estimating, indoor and outdoor construction and more.
Construction, Inspection and Renovation Technician Programs. These programs are generally offered as two-year diploma programs. They offer a broader knowledge of construction techniques and practices and include an introduction to the business side of the construction industry with courses in marketing, project management, communications and more. These programs may be general construction programs or may have a specialized focus, such as home inspection or renovation construction.
Construction and Renovation Engineering / Technology Programs. Generally offered as three-year advanced diploma programs, these programs focus on business principles in construction, preparing students for careers as project managers, contractors, field coordinators and other advanced roles. Skills learned include budgeting, materials estimating, scheduling and contract law, as well as general knowledge on construction projects and equipment operation.

General Construction, Building and Renovation Program Requirements

Construction, building and renovation programs typically require an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent, which includes a grade 12 English credit and a grade 12 math credit.

Construction, Building and Renovation Jobs and Salaries

There are a variety of opportunities for construction, building and renovation program graduates, including (but not limited to):

Construction framer
Interior or exterior systems installer
Door and window installer
Estimator or junior estimator
Contractor or project manager

Salaries in the field vary depending on your level of training and your particular position. Entry-level labour positions may start between $25,000 and $30,000 a year, while construction estimators, technicians and technologists typically start higher at anywhere from $30,000 to $42,000 a year.

Ontario Colleges Offering Construction, Building and Renovation Programs

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BACHELOR OF APPLIED TECHNOLOGY - CONSTRUCTION SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT

GEORGE BROWN

CASA LOMA CAMPUS

CLOSED

5 SEMESTERS

2013 - May

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BACHELOR OF APPLIED TECHNOLOGY - CONSTRUCTION SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT

Program Code: T304
Credential: DEGREE
Program Level: DEGREE
Program Type: CO-OP

Language of Instruction: English
Entry Level: ENTRY LEVEL 4
Highly Competitive: N

Notes:

This Degree Program Is For Architectural Technology (T109) Diploma Graduates, Or Graduates From A Comparable Program At Another Ontario College, Who May Obtain Direct Entry To Semester 4.

BACHELOR OF APPLIED TECHNOLOGY - CONSTRUCTION SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT

GEORGE BROWN

CASA LOMA CAMPUS

CLOSED

5 SEMESTERS

2013 - May

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BACHELOR OF APPLIED TECHNOLOGY - CONSTRUCTION SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT

Program Code: T306
Credential: DEGREE
Program Level: DEGREE
Program Type: CO-OP

Language of Instruction: English
Entry Level: ENTRY LEVEL 4
Highly Competitive: N

Notes:

This degree program is for Building Renovation Technology (T148) Diploma Graduates, or graduates from a comparable program at another Ontario college, who may obtain direct entry to Semester 4.

BACHELOR OF APPLIED TECHNOLOGY - CONSTRUCTION SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT

GEORGE BROWN

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CLOSED

5 SEMESTERS

2013 - May

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BACHELOR OF APPLIED TECHNOLOGY - CONSTRUCTION SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT

Program Code: T307
Credential: DEGREE
Program Level: DEGREE
Program Type: CO-OP

Language of Instruction: English
Entry Level: ENTRY LEVEL 4
Highly Competitive: N

Notes:

This degree program is for Civil Engineering Technology (T164) Diploma Graduates, or graduates from a comparable program at another Ontario college, who may obtain direct entry to Semester 4.

BACHELOR OF APPLIED TECHNOLOGY - CONSTRUCTION SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT

GEORGE BROWN

CASA LOMA CAMPUS

OPEN

4 SEMESTERS

2013 - Sep

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BACHELOR OF APPLIED TECHNOLOGY - CONSTRUCTION SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT

Program Code: T303
Credential: DEGREE
Program Level: DEGREE
Program Type: CO-OP

Language of Instruction: English
Entry Level: ENTRY LEVEL 5
Highly Competitive: N

Notes:

Effective Sept 2013, program code/title will change to T313/Bachelor of Technology (Construction Management). This direct entry to semester 5 program is for T105 graduates, or graduates from a comparable program at another Ontario college.

BACHELOR OF APPLIED TECHNOLOGY - CONSTRUCTION SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT

GEORGE BROWN

CASA LOMA CAMPUS

OPEN

8 SEMESTERS

2013 - Sep

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BACHELOR OF APPLIED TECHNOLOGY - CONSTRUCTION SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT

Program Code: T302
Credential: DEGREE
Program Level: DEGREE
Program Type: CO-OP

Language of Instruction: English
Entry Level: ENTRY LEVEL 1
Highly Competitive: N

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Effective Sept 2013, program code/title will change to T312/Bachelor of Technology (Construction Management). This program has fast-track options.

Bachelor of Building Science

ALGONQUIN

WOODROFFE

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4 ACADEMIC YEARS (PERIODS OF 8 MONTHS)

2013 - Sep

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Bachelor of Building Science

Program Code: 1512X03F
Credential: DEGREE
Program Level: POST-SECONDARY
Program Type: CO-OP

Language of Instruction: English
Entry Level: ENTRY LEVEL 1
Highly Competitive: N

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BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY (CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT) (REPLACING T304)

GEORGE BROWN

CASA LOMA CAMPUS

OPEN

5 SEMESTERS

2014 - May

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BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY (CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT) (REPLACING T304)

Program Code: T314
Credential: DEGREE
Program Level: DEGREE
Program Type: CO-OP

Language of Instruction: English
Entry Level: ENTRY LEVEL 4
Highly Competitive: N

Notes:

This Degree Program Is For Architectural Technology (T109) Diploma Graduates, Or Graduates From A Comparable Program At Another Ontario College, Who May Obtain Direct Entry To Semester 4.

BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY (CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT) (REPLACING T306)

GEORGE BROWN

CASA LOMA CAMPUS

OPEN

5 SEMESTERS

2014 - May

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BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY (CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT) (REPLACING T306)

Program Code: T316
Credential: DEGREE
Program Level: DEGREE
Program Type: CO-OP

Language of Instruction: English
Entry Level: ENTRY LEVEL 4
Highly Competitive: N

Notes:

This Degree Program Is For Building Renovation Technology (T148) Diploma Graduates, Or Graduates From A Comparable Program At Another Ontario College, Who May Obtain Direct Entry To Semester 4.

BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY (CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT) (REPLACING T307)

GEORGE BROWN

CASA LOMA CAMPUS

OPEN

5 SEMESTERS

2014 - May

Visit

BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY (CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT) (REPLACING T307)

Program Code: T317
Credential: DEGREE
Program Level: DEGREE
Program Type: CO-OP

Language of Instruction: English
Entry Level: ENTRY LEVEL 4
Highly Competitive: N

Notes:

This Degree Program Is For Civil Engineering Technology (T164) Diploma Graduates, Or Graduates From A Comparable Program At Another Ontario College, Who May Obtain Direct Entry To Semester 4.

Construction, Building and Renovation Programs at Ontario Colleges

What to expect from a career as a Construction Technician, Engineer or more

Construction, Building and Renovation Courses

General Construction, Building and Renovation Program Requirements

Construction, Building and Renovation Jobs and Salaries

Ontario Colleges Offering Construction, Building and Renovation Programs

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BACHELOR OF APPLIED TECHNOLOGY - CONSTRUCTION SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT

BACHELOR OF APPLIED TECHNOLOGY - CONSTRUCTION SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT

BACHELOR OF APPLIED TECHNOLOGY - CONSTRUCTION SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT

BACHELOR OF APPLIED TECHNOLOGY - CONSTRUCTION SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT

BACHELOR OF APPLIED TECHNOLOGY - CONSTRUCTION SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT

Bachelor of Building Science

BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY (CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT) (REPLACING T304)

BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY (CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT) (REPLACING T306)

BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY (CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT) (REPLACING T307)

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