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Engineering Technology - Pre-Technology

1-year, Ontario College Certificate Program

Official Program Information

If you’re a high school graduate or a mature student wishing to enhance your academic preparation prior to entering a college postsecondary techniques, technician or technology program, then this is the program for you.

Designed as a transition year, this program is linked closely to your eventual program of study and emphasizes the basic academic and technical skills that are necessary for success in future studies. It provides you with an opportunity for career exploration and improvement of study skills to round out your program of study.

The program will improve access to technical programs for students lacking specific admission requirements, providing academic preparation in mathematics, science and literacy necessary for further study in a techniques, technician or technology program.

The Pre-Technology program offers two options in the second semester for individuals whose educational experience and vocational interests differ. The technology option is for individuals who plan to enter technician or technology programs. The trades skills option is structured for individuals who plan to enter techniques programs commonly called trades programs. Because of equipment and facility restrictions, these options would be offered based on sufficient enrolment.

Employment Opportunities: 

The Pre-Technology program is your gateway to a wide range of programs such as:

  • Aerospace Manufacturing Engineering Technician/Technology
  • Apprenticeship Programs
  • Architectural Technology
  • Aviation - Flight Management
  • Aviation Technician - Aircraft Maintenance
  • Civil Engineering Technology
  • Construction Techniques
  • Electrical Engineering Technology - Computer Control
  • Electronics Engineering Technician - Computers
  • Instrumentation Engineering Technician
  • Mechanical Technician - Industrial Maintenance
  • Environmental Technician
  • Forestry Ecosystem Management Technician
  • Mechanical Techniques - Multiskilling
  • Mining Techniques
  • Motive Power Techniques - Automotive
  • Motive Power Techniques - Heavy Equipment
  • Power Engineering Technician
  • Welding Techniques
Admission Requirements: 
  1. Ontario Secondary School Diploma (or equivalent) with courses from the College (C), University (U), University/College (U/C), or Open (O) preparation levels.
  2. or successful completion of the Mature Student Assessment.
  3. or appropriate credits from the Academic and Career Entrance program (ACE).

Additional Courses Required: Grade 12 College or University Preparation English.

Other Requirements: 

Note: A $40.00 student fee for materials is required for student projects.

Departments:

how to apply

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