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Level 1
Course details
College Reading & Writing Skills
COMM1085
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Conestoga 101
CON0101
- Hours: 1
- Credits: 0
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Drafting And Blueprint Reading
DRWG1097
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Numerical Woodworking Applications
MATH1227
- Hours: 14
- Credits: 1
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Materials
MATR1030
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Woodworking Techniques I
WOOD1010
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Machining Practice I
WOOD1027
- Hours: 112
- Credits: 6
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Finishing I
WOOD1047
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Level 2
Course details
Computer Drafting
COMP1250
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites: DRWG1097
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Product Engineering
DSGN1025
Product engineering is the information hub of any woodworking business. In this course we will examine the process of effectively engineering woodworking products. A representative group of furniture will be studied to illustrate the principles of sound construction of furniture, cabinetry, and architectural millwork. Topics will include the selection and application of wood joints, fasteners, and hardware. Students will also prepare a complete set of product specifications including detailed drawings using CAD software, as well as bills of material for woodworking projects.
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites: DRWG1097
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: $23.75
CNC (Woodworking)
MACH1020
This course is a basic introduction to the fundamentals of computer numerical control for woodworking. The student will have a general knowledge of basic programming skills and machine operation.
- Hours: 14
- Credits: 1
- Pre-Requisites: MATH1227
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Woodworking Techniques II
WOOD1050
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites: WOOD1010
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Finishing II
WOOD1077
In this course, students will examine the principles of colour control and the theory of colour and light as they relate to the furniture industry. Theoretical concepts of High Volume Low Pressure (HVLP) and air-assisted airless spray equipment will be discussed, as well as types of spray booths and industrial compressors. This course introduces the students to more complex spray application technologies, such as HVLP and air-assisted airless. Students will apply colour matching techniques and will perform wood and finishing repair techniques.
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites: WOOD1047
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Machining Practice II
WOOD1085
- Hours: 112
- Credits: 6
- Pre-Requisites: WOOD1025 OR WOOD1027
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Student must pass 1 Course(s), selected in the Student Portal from available course options
Level 3
Course details
Product Design And Development
DRWG2112
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites: COMP1250 AND DSGN1020 OR DSGN1025
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Production Equipment and CNC
MACH2290
- Hours: 56
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites: MACH1020 AND WOOD1080 OR WOOD1085
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Shop Management
OPER2120
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Woodworking Techniques III
WOOD2020
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites: WOOD1050
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Finishing III
WOOD2065
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites: WOOD1077
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Machining Practice III
WOOD2140
- Hours: 112
- Credits: 6
- Pre-Requisites: WOOD1085
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Student must pass 1 Course(s), selected in the Student Portal from available course options
Level 4
Course details
Architectural Product Design
DSGN2080
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Entrepreneurship
ENTR1011
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: $99.10
Architectural Techniques
WOOD2105
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Architectural Millwork Practice
WOOD2130
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Machining Practice IV
WOOD2150
- Hours: 112
- Credits: 6
- Pre-Requisites: WOOD2038 OR WOOD2140
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Student must pass 1 Course(s), selected in the Student Portal from available course options
Level 5
Course details
Computer Integrated Manufacturing I
COMP2210
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Effective Supervision
HRM3070
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Work Flow Analysis I
MGMT1225
This course is a study of methods, time study and wage payment with practical application. Areas of study will include the history and development of motion and time study, operation and flow charts, man and machine relationship, motion study, performance rating, time study requirements, standard time and data and work sampling. Special consideration will be given to the application of industrial engineering practices in the woodworking industry.
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Planning and Control Systems I
OPER1145
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Woodworking Facilities Planning I
PLAN1010
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Project Application
WOOD3035
- Hours: 70
- Credits: 5
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Product Material Testing and Analysis
WOOD3040
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Level 6
Course details
Computer Integrated Manufacturing II
COMP2220
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Advanced Manufacturing
MANU3065
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Work Flow Analysis II
MGMT2240
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Planning and Control Systems II
OPER1150
This course is the complement to Planning and Control Systems I offered in the first term. The concepts provided are of a fine-tuning nature and can lead to the improvement of well functioning basic systems. The emphasis is on enhancements to the basic MPC system. The theory portion delivered in MPC Systems I is applied to individual and group culminating projects.
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites: OPER1145
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Woodworking Facilities Planning II
PLAN1025
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites: PLAN1010
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Quality Control
QUAL3030
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Capstone Project Practice
WOOD3050
Continuing from the Project Application I course, student groups will work on the final stages of the project build. Manufacturing, assembly and finishing of all designed woodworking components within college facilities and/or by third party suppliers will be performed. Proof that the original conceptual design will actually be marketable and profitable will be achieved with the final presentation.
- Hours: 56
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Level 1
Course details
College Reading & Writing Skills
COMM1085
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Conestoga 101
CON0101
- Hours: 1
- Credits: 0
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Drafting And Blueprint Reading
DRWG1097
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Numerical Woodworking Applications
MATH1227
- Hours: 14
- Credits: 1
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Materials
MATR1030
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Woodworking Techniques I
WOOD1010
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Machining Practice I
WOOD1027
- Hours: 112
- Credits: 6
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Finishing I
WOOD1047
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Level 2
Course details
Co-op and Career Preparation
CEPR1020
- Hours: 14
- Credits: 1
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Computer Drafting
COMP1250
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites: DRWG1097
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Product Engineering
DSGN1025
Product engineering is the information hub of any woodworking business. In this course we will examine the process of effectively engineering woodworking products. A representative group of furniture will be studied to illustrate the principles of sound construction of furniture, cabinetry, and architectural millwork. Topics will include the selection and application of wood joints, fasteners, and hardware. Students will also prepare a complete set of product specifications including detailed drawings using CAD software, as well as bills of material for woodworking projects.
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites: DRWG1097
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: $23.75
CNC (Woodworking)
MACH1020
This course is a basic introduction to the fundamentals of computer numerical control for woodworking. The student will have a general knowledge of basic programming skills and machine operation.
- Hours: 14
- Credits: 1
- Pre-Requisites: MATH1227
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Woodworking Techniques II
WOOD1050
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites: WOOD1010
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Finishing II
WOOD1077
In this course, students will examine the principles of colour control and the theory of colour and light as they relate to the furniture industry. Theoretical concepts of High Volume Low Pressure (HVLP) and air-assisted airless spray equipment will be discussed, as well as types of spray booths and industrial compressors. This course introduces the students to more complex spray application technologies, such as HVLP and air-assisted airless. Students will apply colour matching techniques and will perform wood and finishing repair techniques.
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites: WOOD1047
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Machining Practice II
WOOD1085
- Hours: 112
- Credits: 6
- Pre-Requisites: WOOD1025 OR WOOD1027
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Student must pass 1 Course(s), selected in the Student Portal from available course options
Level 3
Course details
Co-op Work Term I (Woodworking)
COOP1140
- Hours: 420
- Credits: 14
- Pre-Requisites: CDEV1020 OR CEPR1020
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Level 4
Course details
Product Design And Development
DRWG2112
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites: COMP1250 AND DSGN1020 OR DSGN1025
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Production Equipment and CNC
MACH2290
- Hours: 56
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites: MACH1020 AND WOOD1080 OR WOOD1085
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Shop Management
OPER2120
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Woodworking Techniques III
WOOD2020
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites: WOOD1050
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Finishing III
WOOD2065
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites: WOOD1077
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Machining Practice III
WOOD2140
- Hours: 112
- Credits: 6
- Pre-Requisites: WOOD1085
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Student must pass 1 Course(s), selected in the Student Portal from available course options
Level 5
Course details
Co-op Work Term II (Woodworking)
COOP2140
- Hours: 420
- Credits: 14
- Pre-Requisites: CDEV1020 OR CEPR1020
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Level 6
Course details
Architectural Product Design
DSGN2080
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Entrepreneurship
ENTR1011
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: $99.10
Architectural Techniques
WOOD2105
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Architectural Millwork Practice
WOOD2130
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Machining Practice IV
WOOD2150
- Hours: 112
- Credits: 6
- Pre-Requisites: WOOD2038 OR WOOD2140
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Student must pass 1 Course(s), selected in the Student Portal from available course options
Level 7
Course details
Co-op Work Term III (Woodworking)
COOP3090
- Hours: 420
- Credits: 14
- Pre-Requisites: CDEV1020 OR CEPR1020
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Level 8
Course details
Computer Integrated Manufacturing I
COMP2210
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Effective Supervision
HRM3070
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Work Flow Analysis I
MGMT1225
This course is a study of methods, time study and wage payment with practical application. Areas of study will include the history and development of motion and time study, operation and flow charts, man and machine relationship, motion study, performance rating, time study requirements, standard time and data and work sampling. Special consideration will be given to the application of industrial engineering practices in the woodworking industry.
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Planning and Control Systems I
OPER1145
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Woodworking Facilities Planning I
PLAN1010
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Project Application
WOOD3035
- Hours: 70
- Credits: 5
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Product Material Testing and Analysis
WOOD3040
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Level 9
Course details
Computer Integrated Manufacturing II
COMP2220
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Advanced Manufacturing
MANU3065
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Work Flow Analysis II
MGMT2240
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Planning and Control Systems II
OPER1150
This course is the complement to Planning and Control Systems I offered in the first term. The concepts provided are of a fine-tuning nature and can lead to the improvement of well functioning basic systems. The emphasis is on enhancements to the basic MPC system. The theory portion delivered in MPC Systems I is applied to individual and group culminating projects.
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites: OPER1145
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Woodworking Facilities Planning II
PLAN1025
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites: PLAN1010
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Quality Control
QUAL3030
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Capstone Project Practice
WOOD3050
Continuing from the Project Application I course, student groups will work on the final stages of the project build. Manufacturing, assembly and finishing of all designed woodworking components within college facilities and/or by third party suppliers will be performed. Proof that the original conceptual design will actually be marketable and profitable will be achieved with the final presentation.
- Hours: 56
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Please note:
Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs are based on the most recent available data through the Conestoga Campus Store.
Program outcomes
- Describe the variety, grades, physical properties, preparation and uses of materials commonly used in the trade and how these relate to the quality and performance of wood products.
- Explain the responsibility and methods of maintaining a safe working environment in compliance with all applicable legislation.
- Set-up, operate and maintain safely and effectively hand and power tools as well as a wide range of production machinery and equipment used in wood products manufacturing.
- Design, construct and use jigs, fixtures and patterns to enhance the safe and efficient machining and assembly of components.
- Use safely and effectively a variety of industrial wood finishing equipment and techniques.
- Outline a wide variety of manufacturing techniques and processes utilized the in the woodworking industry today as well as those that may be utilized in the future.
- Describe the unique features, design and construction fundamentals of furniture, cabinetry and architectural millwork products.
- Prepare technical drawings, product specifications and cost estimates for a variety of wood products effectively and in compliance with industry practices.
- Design, develop, engineer and construct a major project that demonstrates proficiency in all areas of manufacturing a woodworking product.
- Communicate technical information effectively, at appropriate levels through the use of written and oral language, graphics and computers.
- Apply advanced software, including CAD, CAM, office and database suites to design and manufacturing processes to enhance productivity and efficiency.
- Program, set-up and operate advanced computer-controlled machines.
- Outline the basic principles of sound business practices.
- Apply the fundamental principles of industrial engineering to create a comprehensive plan for the layout of an efficient facility for the processing of wood products.
- Apply best practices in operations management techniques to support effective management of the human, material and physical resources of a woodworking facility.
- Plan, schedule and coordinate the successful completion of a large scale project specific to the woodworking industry using a variety of project management techniques.