Mar 29, 2024  
PUBLISHED 2020-2021 Credit Catalog 
    
PUBLISHED 2020-2021 Credit Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Pre-Employment Cabinetmaker


Return to {$returnto_text} Return to: Programs/Categories in Construction

Program Description


Learn what it takes to build and repair wood components, furniture, fixtures and cabinetry. Cabinetmakers have the ability to produce custom-made wood products. They draw diagrams and read specification, layouts and patterns for unique projects using wood and wood components. This 12-week program covers all course material received by a first year cabinetmaker apprentice, plus additional hands-on skills and safety training. The program prepares students to enter the workforce and become an apprentice. On successful completion of the program, there is an option to write the first year Cabinetmaker apprenticeship exam.

Program Overview


Your Career


Graduates of the Pre-Employment Cabinetmaker program have a 100% employment rate.

Credentials


Upon successful completion of the program, students will receive a SAIT Certificate and may be eligible to challenge the written and practical exams for first-year Apprenticeship.

Progression


Students must attain a PGPA and/or a CGPA of 2.0 or better in each semester and pass the necessary prerequisite courses to progress through the program. To qualify for graduation, students must pass all courses, attain a CGPA of 2.0 or better and complete course requirements within the prescribed timelines.

Admission Requirements


Successful completion of the following courses or equivalents:

  • Math 10C, Math 10-3, Pure Math 10, or Applied Math 10, AND,
  • English Language Arts 10-1 or English Language Arts 10-2
  • All applicants must demonstrate English Language Proficiency prior to admission, including students educated in Canada.
  • A pass mark in the SAIT Admission Examination (level 2) or equivalent is accepted in lieu of the above requirements.

Note: General Educational Development (GED) tests are not accepted in lieu of the admission requirements.

Total Credits 12


Return to {$returnto_text} Return to: Programs/Categories in Construction