Mechanical Engineering Technician - Automated Manufacturing (Co-op)
College: CONS Program: 0076C Campus: DO
About the Program
In this diploma program you will gain skills for a career in today's automated manufacturing setting. In addition to developing a thorough knowledge of numerically controlled manufacturing systems, you will acquire a comprehensive background in general manufacturing, and design fundamentals. This broad-based curriculum includes: learning and applying numerical control (NC) programming concepts; utilizing CAD/CAM techniques to integrate design and manufacturing; an introduction to the world of robotics; an introduction to designing power transmitting devices and developing and applying quality assurance; process planning and production control techniques to the solution of practical manufacturing problems. Today's effective technician is also a skilled communicator, and you will learn to communicate technical information at all levels through the use of linguistic, graphic and computerized methods. Common first 2 years with Mechanical Engineering Technology (Automated Manufacturing). Conestoga College offers several other technician and technology programs in the Mechanical Engineering cluster. You may also choose from:- Mechanical Engineering Technology - Automated Manufacturing (Co-op)
- Mechanical Engineering Technology - Design and Analysis (Co-op)
- Mechanical Engineering Technology - Robotics and Automation (Co-op)
Note: Students with MAP4C will be considered for admission via the Technology Foundations program.
Program Facts
Length: Two-year Ontario College Diploma programLocation: Doon (Kitchener)
Start: September
First-Year Capacity: 10
Tuition: Please refer to Fees Chart for more detail
*Fees are higher for international students on a Student Visa.
*Recreation/Athletics, Graduation/Alumni, Insurance, as well as program-related costs such as books and supplies are additional.
Co-op Information
- Co-operative education features four academic terms in college and two work terms in business and industry.
- To ensure successful completion of your program, it may be necessary to relocate or commute during co-op work terms.
Admission Requirements
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, OR 19 years of age or older.
- Grade 12 compulsory English, C or U, or equivalent, OR Conestoga College Preparatory Communications (COMM1270).
- Grade 12 Mathematics, C or U (MCT4C, MHF4U, MCV4U) or equivalent, or Conestoga College Preparatory Mathematics For Technology & Apprenticeship (MATH1385)
o Applicants with MAP4C or MDM4U will only be considered after writing the college Math Admissions test. (Minimum grade cut-offs will apply) - For more information on preparatory programs, visit Academic Upgrading
Note:
- English and/or mathematics testing may be required.
- Applicants not meeting the math admission requirements will be contacted to arrange for testing to assess mathematical ability.
Admission Procedures
- Academic strength is calculated by averaging all submitted senior level secondary school marks or test results (or equivalent) of the required subjects.
- Ten (10) additional marks are added to each Advanced level, OAC, U, U/C course used in the calculation of academic strength.
- Twenty (20) additional marks are added to each post-secondary course used in the calculation of academic strength.
- A sound mathematical background is important for success in this program and is considered during the admission selection process. Minimum cutoffs apply.
Note:
- Grade 11 or 12 Physics or Science or Conestoga College Preparatory Physics, technical shops/labs, technical drafting, electricity, electronics and basic computer literacy are desirable but not mandatory.
For program information call the Information Centre for details at 519-748-5220 ext. 3656.
Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR)
Adults with significant life and work experience may receive credits toward a college certificate or diploma program through an assessment process. The learning may have taken place through employment, non-credit courses, independent study, conferences and seminars or volunteer activities. Prior learning must be measurable at the college level and meet Conestoga's standards of achievement for current courses. Evaluation is done through a challenge exam or portfolio development. Successful completion results in a credit on a Conestoga College transcript. To begin the Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) process please visit: www.conestogac.on.ca/caa/testing/plar.jsp or call 519-748-5220 x2260.