School of Trades and Technology

Mechanical Engineering - Technician

2 years – Ontario College Diploma

3 years – Ontario College Advanced Diploma

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Experience hands-on projects like our machine design/pneumatics project in our 2,000 sq. ft. lab

Overview

Technician - 2 Years / Technologist - 3 Years

Become skilled in this in-demand and important field. Learn to design, develop and maintain machine components, tools, heating and ventilation systems, power generation and manufacturing plants and equipment, and much more. Mechanical engineering technicians and technologists are sought after in a number of industries including mining, manufacturing, and forestry.

Your Future Career

  • Consulting engineering firms
  • Manufacturing and processing companies
  • Government agencies

What You Learn (2 Years)

  • Computer Aided Design - 3D design
  • Electrical/electronic fundamentals
  • Fluid mechanics
  • Manufacturing processes
  • Strength of materials
  • HVAC

What You Learn (3 Years)

  • Solid modelling
  • Thermodynamics
  • Metallurgy
  • Pneumatics, hydraulics and automation
  • Machine design

OSSD or equivalent, ENG4C or ENG4U, Grade 12 Math (C), or (U), Recommended courses include: MCT4C and SPH4C or SPH4U

If English is not your first language you must provide proof of English competency. You must have a minimum overall band score of 5.5 on the Academic International English Language Testing System (IELTS), or equivalent accepted English language proficiency test to be admitted to a postsecondary program at the college. Notwithstanding the above, the English proficiency standards required to obtain Study Permits and Temporary Resident Visas from Canadian Embassies vary around the world. The higher English language proficiency standard will apply.

Academic Upgrading

Semester 1

ECM100 Introduction to Engineering Principles
ECM105 Basic Surveying and Measurement
CAD100 Computer Aided Design I
CMM140 Technical Writing I
MTH160 Technical Math I
PHY160 Fundamental Physics for Engineering
PSY123 Applied Psychology

Semester 2

CAD150 Computer Aided Design II
ECM120 Codes, Standards and Compliance
ECM115 Infrastructure Engineering
MTH161 Technical Math II
ECM150 Applied Statics
GENED General Education Elective - Online

Semester 3

CAD210 Advanced CAD (Mechanical)
MTH235 Technical Statistics
MET110 Mechanics and Dynamics of Machines
MET210 Manufacturing Processes
ECM240 Applied Strength of Materials - Mechanical
MTH130 Fundamentals of Calculus
HUM200 Group Dynamics

Semester 4

MET220 Introduction to Thermodynamics
ECM260 Fluid Mechanics
ECM200 Law/Ethics/Professional Practice
MET115 Electrical and Electronic Fundamentals
CMM300 Research and Reporting

Semester 5

MET310 Engineering Operations Management
MET305 Advanced Dynamics
MET360 Advanced Calculus
MET330 Advanced Fluid Mechanics
MET320 Mechanical Lab I
ECM300 Research Project I

Semester 6

MET300 Metrology & Quality Control
MET325 Advanced Strength of Materials
MET350 Advanced Dynamics of Machines
MET335 Machine Design
MET315 Applied Thermodynamics & Heat Transfers
MET355 Mechanical Lab II
MET340 Research Project II

2019-2020 – 2 years – Ontario College Diploma

Commerce Court Campus – Domestic
Year Tuition Ancillary Fees Material Fee Trip Fee Total
1 $2720.24 $1046.72 - 1186.72 - - $3906.96
2 $2720.24 $911.72 - 1051.72 - - $3771.96

2019-2020 – 2 years – Ontario College Diploma

Commerce Court Campus – International
Year Tuition Ancillary Fees Material Fee Trip Fee Total
1 $12422.97 $1696.72 - 1773.72 - - $14196.69
2 $12422.97 $1561.72 - 1638.72 - - $14061.69

2019-2020 – 2 years – Ontario College Diploma

Canadore @ Stanford – International
Year Tuition Ancillary Fees Material Fee Trip Fee Total
1 $12422.97 $1306.00 - 1383.00 - - $13805.97
2 $12422.97 $1171.00 - 1248.00 - - $13670.97

2019-2020 – 3 years – Ontario College Advanced Diploma

Commerce Court Campus – Domestic
Year Tuition Ancillary Fees Material Fee Trip Fee Total
1 $2720.24 $1046.72 - 1186.72 - - $3906.96
2 $2720.24 $911.72 - 1051.72 - - $3771.96
3 $2720.24 $911.72 - 1051.72 - - $3771.96

2019-2020 – 3 years – Ontario College Advanced Diploma

Commerce Court Campus – International
Year Tuition Ancillary Fees Material Fee Trip Fee Total
1 $12422.97 $1696.72 - 1773.72 - - $14196.69
2 $12422.97 $1561.72 - 1638.72 - - $14061.69
3 $12422.97 $1561.72 - 1638.72 - - $14061.69

Ontario College Diploma

Student have the option to register with the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists having completed their Professional Practice Exam.

Ontario College Diploma

Student have the option to register with the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists having completed their Professional Practice Exam.

Learning outcomes represent culminating demonstrations of learning and achievement. In addition, learning outcomes are interrelated and cannot be viewed in isolation of one another. As such, they should be viewed as a comprehensive whole. They describe performances that demonstrate that significant integrated learning by graduates of the program has been achieved.

View Program Vocational Learning Outcomes

View course outlines

Business Management – 8 months to complete
Human Resources Management – 8 months to complete
Project Management – Information Technology – 8 months to complete
Recreation and Leisure Services (Fast Track) – 8 months to complete
Recreation Therapy (Fast Track) – 8 months to complete
Strength and Sport Conditioning (Fast Track) – 8 months to complete

Explore these opportunities and more through Canadore’s Transfer and Pathway

For more information, please contact the Pathways Officer:

Micheline McWhirter – Pathways Officer
705.474.7600 ext 5139
Micheline.Demers@canadorecollege.ca