Building Renovation Technology BRY1
Workload Level
- Levels 1-4 are common with CRT1 - Carpentry and Renovation Technician
- 21 hours per week wtih a mix of theory and hands-on practical application
- Level 5 consists of 4 theory courses, in-class delivery
- Level 6 consists of 5 courses, hybrid delivery with classroom and online delivery
- Level 6 is set up for students to work full-time during their final semester with an increased amount of independent class-work
Holland Code: E (Enterprising)
What academic skills do I need to be successful in the program?
This list does not replace the admission requirements you must have for admission to the program. Please see website for details.
Math and Science Applicants should have the ability to solve arithmetic problems quickly and accurately.
Technology Basic computer skills required (Microsoft Office, email, Internet, student portal)
What personal qualities should someone interested in this career have?
- Enjoy working with hands and building
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to work as a member of a team
- Able to lead other
- Strong organization and coordination skills
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Useful background experience for this program would be
Employment/experience in the construction or renovation industry
What kind of work could I do when I graduate?
Graduates of this program may go on to
- Employment in the residential/light commercial construction and renovation industry
- Become estimators, site supervisors, crew leaders, on-site carpentry work, carpentry apprentice, small business owner
Places you may find yourself employed include
Residential builders, property developers, building material suppliers, municipal building departments, building material suppliers.
Typical working conditions for this kind of work:
- May work indoors or outdoors (subject to seasonal unemployment and routinely work overtime in peak periods)
- May work alone, in teams, or with helpers
- May require lifting over 20kg
- Office environment with high levels of customer contact
Tasks a graduate may do in the workplace
- Supervise, coordinate, or schedule construction activities
- Manage human resources on site
- Read plans and specifications to determine construction estimate, order materials and plan construction activities
- Coordinate sub trades
- inspect work progress, equipment, or construction sites to verify safety and to ensure specification are met
- Assign work to employees
- Estimate material or worker requirements to complete jobs
- Analyze worker and production problems and recommend solutions
- Communicate with customers/stakeholders regarding progress, issues, and other construction decisions
- Participate in on-site construction activities
Opportunities for further development or education
- Graduates may be qualified to apply for Fanshawe College graduate certificates.
The National Occupation Classification (NOC) system is used by the Canadian government to provide detailed information on careers. Click on the links below to learn more about careers associated with this Fanshawe College program. Please note: These codes are listed here for information purposes only. Fanshawe College does not guarantee graduates careers in these fields.
NOC Codes
The National Occupation Classification (NOC) system is used by the Canadian government to provide detailed information on careers. Visit the National Occupation Classification website and use the NOC codes below to learn more about careers associated with this Fanshawe College program. Please note: These codes are listed here for information purposes only. Fanshawe College does not guarantee graduates careers in these fields.
- NOC Code 0711 Construction managers
The Canada Job Bank is an excellent resource for labour market information including wages, jobs available and career planning advice.
Career Outlook
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Last Modified: June 1, 2022