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Landscaping

LandscapingLandscaping

Landscaping

Participants will develop the knowledge and skills required to be a landscape labourer. This includes tasks such as laying sod, grading and screening, working with tools, setting interlock brick and building retaining walls. Landscapers construct and maintain gardens, parks, golf courses, and other landscape environments. In addition, they advise clients on issues related to horticulture […]

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High Rise Rodman

In the High Rise Rodman program, trainees will learn to tie columns/cages, walls, and slabs. They will learn to follow the drawings and lay the steel bars and rebar chairs accordingly. Participants will also be learning to cut steel, bend bars (with and without the powerbending tools), and build footings and beams. High Rise Rodman […]

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Bridge ConstructionBridge Construction

Bridge Construction

In the Bridge Construction program, trainees will learn to construct and install footing forms by establishing starting points. They will also learn to cut and install sideboards, align and support forms, and install spreaders and ties on various structures. The program also includes erecting columns and piers, and building bridge abutments and girders. This work […]

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Drain and ConcreteDrain and Concrete

Concrete and Drain

In the Concrete and Drain program, trainees will be taught the industry-standard techniques used to install sanitary drainage systems including traps and cleanouts. They will also learn the types of pipes and fittings needed to complete both sanitary and storm sewer systems. Trainees will practice steps for proper grading, concrete pouring and placement, and cement […]

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Welding (Day Course)Welding (Day Course)

Welding (Day Course)

Welders permanently join pieces of metal together by applying heat, using the filler metal or fusion process. In this program, trainees will learn how to cut steel, and join beams and steel plates together. Participants will also learn how to use torch, fabricate frames and repair machines. Upon completion of the program, trainees will be […]

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House FramingHouse Framing

House Framing

Wood Framing continues to be one of the most common methods used to build homes in Canada. The LiUNA Local 183 Training Centre offers an 8 week hands-on program which allows trainees to build the framework of a two story detached home from the ground up inside our facility.

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High Rise FormingHigh Rise Forming

High Rise Forming

Participants will learn about various formwork systems, how to build forms and conduct formwork related calculations, and the principles of concrete. They will gain experience assembling, bracing, and removing forms used for making stairs, landings, slabs, columns and walls . They will also learn how to properly store forms. In addition, they will learn to […]

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Demolition Worker TrainingDemolition Worker Training

Demolition Worker Training

This program will provide trainees with an overall understanding of the Demolition Sector. Beginning with the history and development of the Demolition Sector and continuing into course content on the knowledge of commonly used methods and techniques. Providing an overview of controlled demolition for both conventional and special structures with an emphasis on safety planning and procedures is […]

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Asphalt WorkerAsphalt Worker

Asphalt Worker

The Asphalt Worker program provides hands on training in the placement, spreading, raking, as well as, compaction of asphalt materials

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