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

Upcoming Intake: Fall 2025: Commerce Court – North Bay

Technician - 2 Years / Technology - 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.

View current English Language Proficiency Requirements.

Technician - 4 semesters / Technology - 6 semesters

Intake: 2025-26
Semester 1 - Fall
CAD100 Computer Aided Design I
CMM140 Technical Writing I
ECM100 Introduction to Engineering Principles
HUM200 Group Dynamics
MET100 Methods and Materials
MTH160 Technical Math I
PHY160 Fundamentals Physics for Engineering
Semester 2 - Winter
CAD150 Computer Aided Design II
ECM120 Codes, Standards and Compliance
ECM150 Applied Statics
GENED General Education Elective - Online (MET Sem 2)
MTH161 Technical Math II
MTH235 Technical Statistics
Semester 3 - Fall
CAD210 Advanced CAD (Mechanical)
ECM240 Applied Strength of Materials
MET110 Mechanics and Dynamics of Machines
MET210 Manufacturing Processes
MET220 Introduction to Thermodynamics
MTH130 Fundamentals of Calculus
PSY123 Applied Psychology
Semester 4 - Winter
CMM300 Research and Reporting
ECM200 Law/Ethics/Professional Practice
ECM260 Fluid Mechanics
MET115 Electrical and Electronic Fundamentals
MET230 Advanced Manufacturing
Semester 5 - Fall
ECM300 Research Project I
MET305 Advanced Dynamics
MET310 Engineering Operations Management
MET320 Mechanical Lab I
MET330 Advanced Fluid Mechanics
MTH360 Advanced Calculus
Semester 6 - Winter
MET300 Metrology and Quality Control
MET315 Applied Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer
MET325 Advanced Strength of Materials
MET335 Machine Design
MET340 Research Project II - Mechanical
MET350 Advanced Dynamics of Machines
MET355 Mechanical Lab II

2025-26 – 2 years – Ontario College Diploma

Commerce Court Campus – Domestic
Year Tuition Ancillary Fees Material Fee Trip Fee Total
1 $2720.24 $1587 - - $4307.24
2 $2720.24 $1423 - - $4143.24

2025-26 – 2 years – Ontario College Diploma

Commerce Court Campus – International
Year Tuition Ancillary Fees Material Fee Trip Fee Total
1 $15547.54 $1975.5 - - $17523.04
2 $15547.54 $1811.5 - - $17359.04

2024-25 – 2 years – Ontario College Diploma

Canadore @ Stanford – International
Year Tuition Ancillary Fees Material Fee Trip Fee Total
2 $15547.5 $1259 - - $16806.5

2025-26 – 3 years – Ontario College Advanced Diploma

Commerce Court Campus – Domestic
Year Tuition Ancillary Fees Material Fee Trip Fee Total
1 $2720.24 $1587 - - $4307.24
2 $2720.24 $1423 - - $4143.24
3 $2720.24 $1423 - - $4143.24

2025-26 – 3 years – Ontario College Advanced Diploma

Commerce Court Campus – International
Year Tuition Ancillary Fees Material Fee Trip Fee Total
1 $15547.54 $1975.5 - - $17523.04
2 $15547.54 $1811.5 - - $17359.04
3 $15547.54 $1811.5 - - $17359.04

Textbooks:

Check out the Campus Bookstore to not only purchase your textbooks but also view your book list before the semester starts. 

Technology/Devices:

Canadore College has implemented Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) to enhance your learning experience in and out of the classroom while ensuring flexibility in learning.

To learn more about BYOD and to find out what is required for your program, please visit https://www.canadorecollege.ca/BYOD

You will also need:

  • Scientific Calculator - apx. $20.00
  • CSA Safety Boots - apx. $60.00
  • USB Key, Min 4GB - apx. $10.00
  • OACETT Registration and Certification - apx. $150.00 (optional, recommended during the 4th sem)

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

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Find out more about General Education program requirements here.

There are many options available to students who already have some postsecondary education.

Whether you are looking to study at Canadore from another school,  continue your education at Canadore, or looking to pursue further education elsewhere, we can help find the right path for you!

Whether you want to Transfer TO Canadore, Transfer WITHIN Canadore, or prepare to Transfer FROM Canadore, we've got you covered!

Learn more about Credit Transfer and Pathway opportunities here.