Construction Management courses

George Brown College

Building Renovation Technology Program in George Brown College

  • Duration : 3 Years
  • Intake : September, January
  • Level : Postgraduate Diploma
  • Tuition & fees : $ 14,600 CAD Per Year
  • IELTS : 6.5
  • TOEFL : 88
  • PTE : 60


About Building Renovation Technology Program in George Brown College

FULL DESCRIPTION

This program is designed to teach you new construction and building renovation skills from both an applied perspective and a management perspective, including carpentry techniques and new materials applications while providing a solid understanding of the renovation-related trades.

Hands-on training takes place in fully equipped labs where students practice current techniques related to renovations and new home construction, using sustainable design principles. The third year of the program focuses on project management skills required to work in a supervisory role. You will also have an introductory exposure to the business skills that can be adapted to starting and running a renovation, custom home building or general contracting business.

Practical applications include:

  • Residential construction and renovations
  • Millwork
  • Demolition
  • Framing
  • Finishes
  • Drywall installation and finishing
  • Site management
  • Cabinetry
  • Stair construction
  • Building code
  • Basic electrical, HVAC, and plumbing systems.

PROGRAM STANDARDS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES

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 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.

YOUR CAREER

Graduates may find employment in many areas of the renovation and construction field. Opportunities include:

  • Renovation
  • General contracting
  • Custom home building
  • Green technology
  • Site supervision
  • Project management
  • Estimating
  • Technical sales
  • Home inspections
  • Carpentry
  • Self-employment

Academic qualification equivalents 

  • Have graduated from senior secondary school or equivalent (those applying for a postgraduate program must have graduated from a university or college).

English language requirements (one of the below):

  • IELTS             :            6.5, minimum 6.0 in each skill band
  • TOEFL           :            88 (online) minimum 22 in each skill band
  • PTE                :            60, overall minimum 55 in each skill band

George Brown College Highlights

Type of College Public
Campus Setting Urban
Location Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Number of Campuses 3 + 3 (location/centers)
Type of programs Certifications, Diploma, Degree, and Continuing Education
Number of full-time students 32,000 +
Number of part-time students 3,000 +
%age of International Students 17%
Official Website www.georgebrown.ca

George Brown College The Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses

Student Type Tuition Fee
Canadian students 2780 - 15310 USD(two semesters)
International Students 11,320 - 23,900 USD(two semesters)

Tuition fees for some of the popular programs offered by George Brown College are mentioned below

Course Name Tuition Fee(USD)
B.Com 6,052
B.Tech 7,272
BSN 5,430
Wireless Network(Postgraduate) 4,365
Construction Management(Postgraduate) 6,183
Marketing Management(Postgraduate) 4,176

Residence Fees

Although rents may vary depending on quality and location, most rents listed by the Housing Service are within the following ranges:

Accommodation Type Rent
Shared Accommodation 500 - 700 USD per month
One - Bedroom Apartment 900 - 1,200 USD per month
Two - Bedroom Apartment 1,100 - 1,500 USD per month
Three - Bedroom Apartment 1,300 - 1,800 USD per month

Meal Plans

The college provide three types of meal plan options its students, the details of which are mentioned below:

Plan Name Cost
Annual Swipe & Save Plan 1700 USD
Semester Swipe & Save Plan 850 USD
Swipe & Save Reloadable Card 400 USD

Know more about Studying in Canada

Tuition Fees in Canada (1st Year Average) BE / BTech: CA$22,600 | MBA: CA$25,375 | MS: CA$17,225 | BBA: CA$20,560 | MEng: CA$22,225 | BSc: CA$20,745 | MASc: CA$20,375 | MIM: CA$28,900 | MA: CA$12,970 | MFin: CA$32,785 | BHM: CA$20,560 | MEM: CA$17,040
Average Accomodation & Food Costs in Canada CA$8890 Per Year
Entrance Exams in Canada TOEFL: 86 | IELTS: 6.5 | PTE: 60 | GRE: 309 | GMAT: 560 | SAT: 1177
Work and Study in Canada Permitted for 20 hours/week with a valid study permit.
Post Study Work Permit in Canada Up to 3 Years after graduation depending on the course.
Cost of Student Visa in Canada CAD 150
Student Visa in Canada A Canada student permit is a document issued by IRCC (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada) for international students in Canada. To study in Canada, you will require a student permit, which serves as a student visa.
Intakes in Canada There are Three Intakes in Canada: Fall (September), Winter (January) and Spring (May)
Top Job Sectors in Canada Business Management, Engineering, Economics, Dentisty, Law, Computer Science.
Economy in Canada GDP Growth of 1.9% (2018) 1.5% (2019e), 10th Largest Economy in the World by Nominal
Fees components - (1st year Fees and expense)

Tuition & fees :

$ 14,600

Total

$ 14,600