Advanced Diploma in Building Renovation Technology
Fanshawe College
Key Information
Campus location
London, Canada
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
3 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
CAD 11,848 *
Application deadline
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* total fee for Canadian students. $47,955.16 for international students
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Introduction
Building Renovation Technology is a three-year advanced diploma program with a cooperative education component. Students will learn to plan, implement, and lead building and renovation projects. Graduates of this program will be equipped with proven skills through two co-op education work terms.
Your Learning Experience
This three-year Building Renovation Technology Advanced Diploma program will prepare students to plan, implement, and lead building and renovation projects and equip them with the skills to manage the technical and business operations related to a range of building projects in the residential and light commercial sectors of the construction industry.
The program will address the changes in the Ontario Building Code, introduced in January 2017, which dramatically increased the requirement for buildings to be sustainable and highly energy efficient.
This three-year Building Renovation Technology Advanced Diploma program will prepare students to plan, implement, and lead building and renovation projects and equip them with the skills to manage the technical and business operations related to a range of building projects in the residential and light commercial sectors of the construction industry. The program will address the changes in Ontario Building Code, introduced in January 2017, which dramatically increased the requirement for buildings to be sustainable and highly energy efficient.
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Program Outcome
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- Develop and use strategies for ongoing professional development to remain current with industry changes, enhance work performance, and explore career opportunities.
- Comply with and monitor health and safety practices and procedures in accordance with current legislation and regulations.
- Prepare quotes and monitor that work is completed in compliance with the rights and conditions of contractual obligations, the Ontario and/or National Building Codes, applicable laws, bylaws, standards, and ethical practices in the building construction and renovation field.
- Promote and maintain sustainability practices* in the implementation of building construction and renovation projects*.
- Facilitate the collaboration and interaction among a range of tradespersons and project stakeholders* to support timely completion of building construction and renovation projects*.
- Review and interpret project plans and produce technical sketches and documents to support building construction and renovation projects*.
- Use technologies to obtain, analyze, organize, and communicate building construction and renovation information.
- Analyze and solve technical problems related to the design and implementation of building construction and renovation projects* by applying the principles of advanced technical mathematics*, building design, and building science*.
- Select, maintain, and safely use hand tools, and portable and stationary power tools, when performing layout, cutting, fitting, and assembly operations.
- Complete building and renovation stages, from site layout and footings to the application of interior and exterior finishes, in accordance with blueprint specifications and conservation* principles.
- Evaluate the methods employed and the use of equipment and materials involved in the completion of building construction and renovation projects*.
- Schedule, coordinate, and monitor the progression of building construction and renovation projects* by applying principles and strategies of project management.
- Design and implement business strategies to develop home building, renovation, and re-development enterprises.
- Apply leadership, supervision, and interpersonal skills to manage building construction and renovation projects*.
Admissions
Curriculum
Co-operative Opportunities
The Building Renovation Technology program offers a cooperative education component, which provides students the opportunity to gain invaluable first-hand work experience within their chosen field. Here are some co-op jobs that have kick-started the careers of some Building Renovation Technology students before even graduating!
Crew Member
Become a productive roofing crew member where you’ll learn all aspects of flat and angle roofing while working on residential and commercial projects.
Carpentry Helper
Get used to the tools of the trade and have plenty of experience helping to frame houses as well as building and renovations to a client’s specifications.
Kitchen Designer
Help clients realize the kitchen of their dreams by advising on cabinet layout, selection of materials, and colors.
Courses
Level 1
Take all of the following Mandatory Courses:
- CONS-1047 ---- Drawings and Takeoff-Introduction
- MATS-1024 ---- Materials and Methods 1
- COMP-1327 ---- Computer Applications
- CONS-1076 ---- Forming and Framing
- CONS-1077 ---- Tools-Introduction
- COOP-1020 ---- Co-operative Education Employment Preparation
Level 2
Take all of the following Mandatory Courses:
- WRIT-1039 ---- Reason and Writing 1-Technology
- CONS-5014 ---- Framing Methods
- MATS-1025 ---- Materials and Methods 2
- CONS-3020 ---- Construction Takeoff and Ordering
- DRAF-1060 ---- Graphic Communication
- HIST-1045 ---- Canadian Residential Building History
Level 3
Gen Ed - Take a 3-credit General Education elective course.
Take all of the following Mandatory Courses:
- MECH-1101 ---- HVAC Systems
- MGMT-1231 ---- Construction Administration 1
- CONS-3021 ---- Construction Estimating 1
- LAWS-1030 ---- Contracts in Society
- MATS-3016 ---- Materials and Methods 3
- SURV-1011 ---- Building Layout
Level 4
Take all of the following Mandatory Courses:
- MGMT-5073 ---- Construction Administration 2
- COMP-5061 ---- Construction Software
- PLUM-3012 ---- Plumbing Systems
- ELEC-1142 ---- Electrical Systems
- CONS-3045 ---- Construction Estimating 2
- MATS-5008 ---- Materials and Methods 4
- CONS-5034 ---- Tools-Adv
Level 5
Gen Ed - Take a 3-credit General Education elective course:
Take all of the following Mandatory Courses:
- ENGR-3020 ---- Residential Energy Management
- FINA-1054 ---- Financial Management and Bookkeeping
- CADD-1078 ---- CAD/Design 1
- COMM-3083 ---- Communications for Renovation Technology
Level 6
Take all of the following Mandatory Courses:
- BUSI-1174 ---- Business Plan/Entrepreneurship
- MGMT-3083 ---- Labour Relations Management
- CADD-3036 ---- CAD/Design 2 and BIM
- MGMT-3084 ---- Construction Site Management
- CONS-5035 ---- Capstone Project
Gen Ed - Electives
Take 6 General Education Credits - Normally taken in Levels 3 and 5
Program Residency
Students Must Complete a Minimum of 30 credits in this program at Fanshawe College to meet the Program Residency requirement and Graduate from this program
Career Opportunities
Graduates of Fanshawe’s Building Renovation Technology program can find employment in entry-level positions in residential and light commercial sectors of the construction industry, including custom homebuilders and renovators, carpenters, general contractors, home and building inspectors, estimators, energy efficiency and green/sustainable builders and project managers.
Did you know Fanshawe consistently ranks high in graduate employment rates among large colleges in Ontario?
Here are some examples of career opportunities for graduates of Fanshawe’s Building Renovation Technology program:
Survey Technician
Use robotic total states, survey instruments, digital levels, and 3D laser scanners to assist the survey crew in the field.
Handyman Helper
Get involved in a little bit of everything, such as building fences, decks, general carpentry, patios, drywall repair, and finishing.
Control Mechanic
Perform skilled electrical work associated with direct digital control and pneumatic environmental control systems and other related processes.
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