OSHAWA CONSTRUCTION CO-OP
INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
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OSHAWA CENTRAL COLLEGIATE
Telephone: 905-723-4678
Fax: 905-723-9361
This is a four credit program all day - on site
at a residential building site for the semester.
This Construction program is being offered for both Semester one and two.
You MUST register at Central Collegiate to participate in this program.
Completed applications must be forwarded to Mr. D. Lewis at O.C.C.I.
APPLICATION DEADLINE Tuesday April 7th, 2015
2015-2016
Student Name:
School:
Age:
Date:
Birthdate:
Home Phone:
Home Address:
Postal Code:
Student Cell Number if applicable:
Please note; Students must have a social insurance card to participate in this program
Students must submit with this application:
 current résumé
 current mark summary
 current attendance record
 a letter of recommendation
Students should also prepare a portfolio to
bring to the interview.
Please Note: the student must be 16 years of age
to be permitted on construction site.
Recommended courses during Grade 11 and Grade 12:
Grade 11
Grade 12
English
English
Science
Math
Math
Technological Design (recommended)
Option Course
Option Course
Construction Technology (two credits on site)
Construction Technology (two credits on site)
Cooperative Education (two credits on site)
Cooperative Education (two credits on site)
Community Involvement
Community Involvement
Please complete the following questions as part of the application process. Forward this
complete Application along with your Résumé, Mark Summary and Attendance record and
Letter of recommendation to Oshawa Central Collegiate.
Circle
YES
or
NO
1.
Do you like to work with your hands?
YES
NO
2.
Do you have any experience with construction trades?
YES
NO
Are you afraid of heights?
YES
NO
Have you worked with a variety of hand and power tools?
YES
NO
Have you taken any construction related courses at school?
YES
NO
Are you able to work outside in all weather conditions?
YES
NO
Do you like Math?
YES
NO
If yes, please explain:
Why are you interested in the Construction Co-op Program?
Do you have concerns about how to get to the placement? Note:
Residential Construction Co-op sites are located in East Durham Region.
YES
NO
Have you talked with your parents/guardians about this program?
YES
NO
Check with your home school Guidance office on your time table and course availabily
before indicating your SEMESTER CHOICE.
Please Indicate (
) if you are applying for Semester 1 or 2
Semester 1
Semester 2
Parent Signature: ___________________________ Date:____________________
Student Signature: __________________________ Date:____________________
Completed applications should be sent to Mr. D. Lewis, Oshawa Central Collegiate.
Students and the home school will be notified of a date for an interview.
All information collected will remain confidential as per the Protection of Privacy/Freedom of
Information Act.
OSHAWA CONSTRUCTION CO-OP INTERNSHIP
This program is offered through Oshawa Central Collegiate
at various Durham Region East residential construction sites
Cooperative Education is a program that provides hands on learning at a community placement and the
students earn credits for the OSSD. Students are earning credits while learning about a career for their
future.
Grade 11
Home
School
Semester
Complete compulsory credits for the
OSSD at your home school
Earn four credits for your OSSD
On Site
Semester
Transfer to site school for the
Construction Co-op Program
Earn four credits while attending the
residential building site
*Completion of Community Involvement
requirements
* Completion of Literacy Test
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Summer
Grade 12
Complete
all
compulsory
credits for the OSSD at your
home school
Earn four credits for your
OSSD
Possible
paid
employment with
the skilled trades
professionals.
Transfer to the site school for
the
Construction
Co-op
Program
Earn
four
credits
while
attending the home building
site
Possible registration as an
apprentice
during
this
semester
GRADUATION* from your
home school.
Possible paid employment with
the skilled trades professionals
Students attend a full day for a full semester in either first OR second semester
The students are instructed by qualified, trade professionals at the home building site
Students are assigned on a rotational basis to work with professional crews on site
Students are expected to experience a variety of construction trades in a partnership
with a skilled trades professional who is working at the home building site
Students earn four credits for the OSSD
Students complete the application package with the assistance of Guidance,
Cooperative Education teachers and parents
Parental involvement is encouraged
Transportation is the responsibility of the student (accessible by public transit)
Students are expected to provide some Personal Protection Equipment and hand tools
(Approximate costs’ $200.00 - $250.00)
Student Selection Criteria
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Positive Attitude
Willing to learn about the work to be done
Work destination is part of the education plan
Willingness to complete an OSSD
Able to handle a variety of weather conditions
Currently enrolled in Grade 11 or Grade 12 at a secondary school in Durham Region
Males and females are welcome to apply
Interested in apprenticeship opportunities in the construction trades
Application Process
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Students are often informed about the opportunities for Construction Co-op during Grade
10 Career Studies course.
Students complete an application for the Cooperative Education program at the home
school.
Students complete an application for the Construction Co-op program.
Applications are forwarded by the students home school to Central Collegiate.
Students are interviewed prior to acceptance into the Construction Co-op program.
Students are notified about their acceptance.
Registration and the acceptance process for Central Collegiate is completed early
spring.
Students are provided with Workplace Safety and Insurance coverage through the
Ministry of Education. Students are encouraged to enroll with the Student Accident
Insurance Coverage.
Students will receive a minimum of 35 hours of Pre-Placement instruction prior to
attending the home building site. This includes work ethics, health and safety, rights and
responsibilities of students, and workplace opportunities and challenges.
Students will earn two credits for Construction Technology (TCJ3/4) and two linked
credits for Cooperative Education or other applicable course designations.
Students working on-site with sub-contractors will be monitored by a certified teacher.
Construction trades include: carpentry, drywall, bricklayer, siding, home insulation,
painting and other trades when available.
How successful is the program?
Students who have proven their ability and desire to work in construction trades are
being hired part time during Christmas, March Break, and Summer. Their employability
potential increases once they have completed grade 12.
Durham District School Board
Oshawa Central C.I.
“ OSHAWA CONTRUCTION CO-OP INTERNSHIP PROGRAM”
Responsibilities of the Co-operative Education Students at the Construction Site:
As a student of the Co-operative Education program, you are in the unique position of being a
student and an employee. Lots of dedicated effort will be expected of you at your placement
“construction site” and your Building Construction/Co-op Teacher.
When you are at the placement, you must think of yourself as a member of that company – a
team player. All company rules apply to you. You must make a firm commitment to the
company and to the Co-operative Education program. There is no wage payment for your time at
the placements.
This course will be the same length as your school semester. You are required to report to the
designated site by the time(s) agreed with your teacher and placement employer.
You MUST acquire 110 hours for each credit you are earning ( 4 Credit Program). Failure to
acquire these hours may result in credits not being granted. Completing 440 hours is NOT
course completion and all students are required to remain in the program until the end of the
semester.
HARD HATS and SAFETY BOOTS are to be worn during all work times. SAFETY GLASSES
are to be worn while using power equipment, when working overhead or the potential of an eye
injury.
FALL ARREST and PROTECTION:
You are NOT allowed to work in or on areas where a fall could result as outlined in the training
provided in class from the Construction Safety Association of Ontario “Fall Protection Training
Program”. This includes outside open edges of a building or elevated platform that does not meet
the standards set out from your training in Fall Protection and the Occupational Health and
Safety Act of Ontario. If you would like to have some experience in this area then you must
make arrangements with your Co-op teacher to be both present and wearing the school provided
fall protection equipment. This includes the outside edges of walls and or trusses/roofs of any
building.
WORK EXPECTIONS: Although this program is specifically construction related, you are also
learning general employability skills. Therefore I expect each of you to arrive with a “Good
Morning” and with a mindset of being helpful to your employer and/or the crew. You are
expected to engage yourself in the work that has been provided for you each day you are on site.
TOOLS and POWER EQUIPMENT: Most of you have little or no experience in the safe use of
tools and power equipment. You must ask for specific training both in the use and safety
precautions before being allowed to use any unfamiliar tools or equipment.
WORKPLACE ASSIGNMENTS: During the semester you will have a few workplace specific
assignments to complete. These assignments are an interactive type and will require some input
from your employer or a designate in order to gain knowledge about the construction industry or
workplace in general. You need take some time in asking for help to complete these at a
convenient time during your work experience. (Lunch or breaks may be the best opportunity)
P.P.L.P. Personal Placement Learning Plan: You have specific learning goals to work towards
throughout the semester that is job specific and sets a path to gain
“ Knowledge and Understanding” – Build on “communication” skills “
Application” Apply what you have learned and use your “Thinking and Inquiry” skills.
Breaks and Lunch
Bring your lunch !!!! ( and lots of water to drink ).
 A catering truck may arrive at the construction site. If you wish to purchase some food,
you will need to have your money with you ( No charge accounts are allowed by the
student). There are no other lunch facilities, and the construction site is not located to any
(walking) fast food sites.
 Your breaks and lunch will be designated by your placement employer.
 Bring lots of water; KEEP YOURSELF ALERT, HYDRATED, and SAFE.
ATTENDANCE
You will be expected to attend EVERY DAY . Absence may mean that you will miss learning
about a new technique, or an opportunity to participate in activities at the site. If you miss
training involving equipment, you will not be allowed to use that equipment.
If you plan to be absent, you must fill the “ Co-op student request for absent form” and give it to
your Co-op teacher prior to your day of planned absents. (Example; Doctors appointment) If you
have an unplanned absent or are going to be late getting to your placement you must contact
Central C.I. @ 905-723-4678 of an unplanned absent or late arriving before 8:30 AM. In
addition you are responsible for knowing how to contact your Co-op employer and informing
them of a planned or unplanned absent or late arrival. Failure to follow the above reporting of
absent(s) you could be asked to leave the program.
WEEKLY LOG REPORTS/JOURNALS
You are required to record your daily activities at the job placement and record the hours worked
for the day ( not including lunch time). The report must be completed in pen, signed by you and
your placement employer at the end of each week. Sign the LOG JOURNAL and complete the
comment section. (Sample copy attached)
These reports will prove that you have completed the number of hours needed to earn your
credits. Do not loose or misplace these weekly reports.
WEATHER and CLIMATE:
Be aware of the weather predictions for the day and dress for the weather.
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Parental/Guardian Acknowledgment
Oshawa Construction Co-op Internship Program
I ________________________________ have reviewed with my son/daughter the above
information in regards to the “Responsibilities of the Co-operative Education Students at the
Construction Site”. It is understood that homework assignments are part of the program for
completion of this four credit program. On-site assignments, student weekly activity work logs
and reflective journals are part of the assessment and evaluation for student success. In addition
employer feedback and on-site teacher observations and in-school integration sessions play an
important role in student learning’s throughout the semester. An independent study unit and a
demonstration of placement learnings complete the final evaluation (Final Exam) for Cooperative education.
If you have any questions in regards to this program or your son/daughter’s progress, I can be
reached by the numbers noted below
The School number for late or absent reporting is 905-723-4678
Parent/Signature; ______________________________________________
Print name;
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Dated;
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OSHAWA CONSTRUCTION CO-OP INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
Co-operative Education Construction Learning Placements
NAME: ____________________________
Work experience selection;
CHOOSE (2) TWO POSSIBLE JOB PLACEMENTS THAT YOU WOULD LIKE TO EXPERIENCE
THROUGHOUT THE SEMESTER. RANK YOUR CHOICES ( 1 or 2 ) WITH NUMBER ONE (1) BEING
THE MOST INTERESTED IN. PLACEMENTS ARE NOT GUARANTEED, BEST EFFORTS IN
SECURING YOUR CHOICE(S) WILL DEPEND ON EMPLOYERS AVAILABILITY.
 __________ FRAMING
 __________ BRICK LAYING
 __________ HOME INSULATION INSTALLATION
 __________ DRYWALL BOARD INSTALLATION
 __________ DRYWALL TAPER/FINISHER
 __________ PLUMBING
 __________ VINYL SIDING INSTALLATION
 __________ PAINTING/DECORATING
 __________ HOME RENOVATIONS
 __________ CONCRETE FINISHING
 __________ CONCRETE PARGING & DESIGN
 __________ BUILDER’S JOB SITE ASSISTANT
 __________ BUILDER’S CONSTRUCTION SUPERVISOR / MANAGEMENT