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Training students on the installation of granite cladding using the mechanical system, a trade skill in demand.
Setting granite tiles
Apprentices install stripping for a terrazzo floor
Hands-on training seminar on mixing and applying epoxy and grout correctly
Classroom Training on Blueprint Reading
Students learn to set tiles on stairs
Future Building in Sudbury
2700 students cut tiles at the TTMTS display
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TERRAZZO, TILE & MARBLE TRADE SCHOOL, INC. (TTMTS) trains apprentices the skills of the terrazzo, tile and marble trade.
TTMTS students have the opportunity to work their way into rewarding careers in Ontario's unionized and non-unionized industrial, commercial, institutional (ICI) and residential construction sectors.
From marble cladding on the exterior sides of massive office buildings to tiling new home ensuites - TTMTS students learn all aspects of working with tile, terrazzo and natural stone.
In addition to the vital, hands-on Level 1 and Level 2 instruction in the 7000 sq. ft. facility, students also participate in industry-relevant seminars and courses such as Fall Protection, WHMIS, Basic Construction Safety Training, Back Care & Drug and Alcohol Awareness, First Aid, CPR Training and Blueprint Reading.
TTMTS is a cooperative effort of the Terrazzo, Tile & Marble Guild of Ontario (TTMGO), Ontario's Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities, and the Brick and Allied Craft Union of Canada (BACU/OPC).
The Trade School is Ontario's only tile, terrazzo and marble trade school, certified by Human Resources Development Canada and approved by Ontario's Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities. It was started by TTMGO in 1990 to ensure a continuous stream of skilled workers for the trade.
What does it take?
- physical dexterity and strength (some of a tile, natural stone and terrazzo tradesperson's work involves lifting and working with heavy tools and equipment)
- math skills (to calculate and work with specifications and measurements)
- Grade 12 is recommended but not required. Grade 10 is a minimium.
- English (spoken and written)
- your completed application
- all Trade School applicants are invited to be interviewed by a committee, consisting of Trade School administration, Union and Ministry people.
Get started now on a rewarding career in the terrazzo, tile and natural stone trade.
Apply today for the next apprenticeship course that starts on Monday, April 5. 2010.
Call 905.660.5094 or 905.660.4816 for details.
(Click below for more information on how to apply)
Apprenticeship
- is usually a 4-year process, accumulating 'hours' to gain Journeyperson certification
- Trade School Basic 9-week course
360 hours: Monday to Friday - 7:30 a.m to 4:00 p.m.
- Trade School Advanced 9-week course
360 hours: Monday to Friday - 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- "earn while you learn" on-the-job experience
4,880 hours
- Total hours for Apprenticeship
5,600 hours
Trade School Course Schedule
TRADE SCHOOL
Apprenticeship Training Course Schedule
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2010 |
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March 5 |
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June 4 |
| August 2 |
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October 1 |
| October 18 |
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December 17 |
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2011 |
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March 4 |
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Each 9 week course runs Monday to Friday
7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Course dates are subject to change.
| Basic: | 9 week course (360 hours)* |
| Advanced: | 9 week course (360 hours)* |
*Apprenticeship training course hours count towards the total 5600 hour terrazzo, tile & marble apprenticeship
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Click here for more information about Trade School courses and how to apply.
Terrazzo, Tile & Marble Trade School Inc.
30 Capstan Gate, Units 4 & 5
Concord, ON L4K 3E8
Telephone:
Trade School - 905.660.4816
Administration - 905.660.5094
Fax: 905.660.5706
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