Overview

In today’s skills-specific job market there is demand for construction workers with the knowledge and skills to work in the evolving building construction industry.

During the Building Construction Technician programme offered by the Durham College you will gain expertise in energy efficient and environmentally responsible homes built with up to date materials and low carbon footprint, including Net Ready and Net Zero designs. This is a great opportunity for energetic students to join the booming construction industry. Graduates will meet the Ministry of Labour’s Working at Heights training requirement.

Careers

What you could be:

Assistant to lead carpenter – construction technician

Exterior finisher

Finishing carpenter

Framing carpenter

Roofer

Where you could work:

Construction or renovation sites

Disaster relief areas

Habitat for Humanity sites worldwide

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Construction Math & Estimating

Tools I (Hand Tools)

Layout Footings & Foundations

Tools II (Portable Power Tools

Construction Safety

Communication Essentials

General Education Elective

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6

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PTE Academic

58

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TOEFL^® IBT

88

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Duolingo English Test

120

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

Blended

Disciplines

Civil Engineering & Construction General Engineering & Technology View 101 other Bachelors in Civil Engineering & Construction in Canada

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6

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PTE Academic

58

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TOEFL^® IBT

88

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Duolingo English Test

120

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Other requirements

General requirements

Ontario Secondary School Diploma or Mature Student Status

Grade 12 English (C or U)

Grade 12 mathematics (C, M or U)

Recommended

Technical Mathematics

Grade 11 or 12 physics (C, M or U)

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

14884 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 14884 CAD per year during 24 months.
National

2722 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 2722 CAD per year during 24 months.

Living costs for Oshawa

1100 - 1700 CAD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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