Civil Engineering Technician

Program at a glance

Program code: 
030628
Accreditation: 
Ontario College Diploma
Length of study: 
2 years
Study options: 
Full-time
Campus location: 
Commerce Court

Build a solid foundation for your career. Civil engineering technicians are highly sought-after in a number of industries, including construction, forestry, mining, telecommunications, and road construction. This in-demand career has unlimited employment options in both the public and private sectors. Many of the things we use every day are impacted by civil engineering, including dams and power stations, water and sewage treatment plants, roadways, and structures both large and small. This program will provide you with the tools of the trade to be successful in this diverse profession.

 

Career Opportunities

  • Structural/Municipal engineering
  • Construction design and supervision
  • Highway and transportation engineering
  • Water resources engineering
  • Geotechnical engineering
  • Environmental protection

What You Learn

  • Computer-aided drafting and design (CADD) – both 2D and 3D
  • Surveying and GPS
  • Highway/road design and planning
  • Design and construction of infrastructure
  • Project management and estimating
  • Applied strength of materials
Admission Requirements: 

Program Prerequisites

OSSD or equivalent, Grade 12 Compulsory English (ENG4C or ENG4U), any 12 Math (C) or (U)

Curriculum: 

Semester One - Fall 2013:

CIV100 Estimating/Project Management

CIV105 Introduction to Geomatics

CAD100 Computer Aided Design I

CMM140 Technical Writing I

MTH160 Technical Math I

PHY160 Introduction to Statics

PSY123 Applied Psychology

 

Semester Two - Winter 2014:

CAD150 Computer Aided Design II

CIV120 Codes, Standards and Compliance

CIV125 Field Geomatics

MTH161 Technical Math II

MCH120 Applied Statics

GENEDGeneral Education Elective - Online

 

Semester Three - Fall 2014:

CIV200 Law/Ethics/Professional Practice

CIV205 Soil Mechanics

CIV225Introduction to Hydrology

CIV240 Applied Strength of Materials I

MTH130 Fundamentals of Calculus

HUM200 Group Work

 

Semester Four - Winter 2015:

CIV215 Infrastructure Engineering

CIV230 Transportation Planning

CAD200 Advanced CAD (3D Design)

CIV250 Structional Engineering

CMM300 Research and Reporting


Every attempt is made to ensure the accuracy of information provided on our website. The College reserves the right to modify any course, program, curriculum, fee, timetable, or campus location at any time.

Additional Credentials: 

 Diploma to Degree

  • Algoma University

See Full Transfer Guide

Courses title override: 
Additional Credentials