• Overview of building maintenance work

• Overview of building structure and design

• Use and maintenance of tools

• Prevention and remediation of mould issues

• Carpentry repairs and maintenance

• Trade math and financial calculations

• Safe work practices

• Public relations skills

• Repair and Maintain Heating and Ventilation Systems

• Administrative Duties

• Basic Building Sciences

• Repair and Maintain Electrical Systems

• Paint and Wall Covering Applications

Dates

Sept 24, 2012 - Dec 14, 2012 (12 weeks)

Location

Southside

Fees

Tuition	$955.09
Practicum	$473.28
Registration	$15.00
EMAt Test Fee	$15.00
Technology	$26.50
Textbooks (approx)	$300.00
Supplies (approx)	$300.00

 

Funding opportunities may be available. See the Trades Support Program.

 

Admission Requirements

• English and Math Achievement Test (EMAT)
• One of the following
  • Grade 10 or equivalent, including English 10 and Math 10, or
  • GED, or
  • ABE Intermediate Level Math and English, or
  • Mature student status (to explore this option, please schedule an appointment with an Academic Advisor or Counsellor)
• Registered as an apprentice with ITA (we can help you with this - come in and see us if you are not already registered.)

 WorkSafe BC regulations will apply.

 

For more information on the Industry Training Authority (ITA) and apprenticeship and sponsor information please visit: www.ita.bc.ca

 

CTC Option: High school students may be eligible to take this program. See your school counsellor for more information.

Dual Credit Option: You can earn credits towards your grade 12 with the successful completion of this program.

For more information, call 250-692-1700 (toll free 1-866-692-1943) or fill in the online Program Interest Form.

Updated July 11, 2012