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Environmental - Civil Engineering Technology (Optional Co-op)

College: CONS   Program: 1021C   Campus: DO


About the Program

This three-year program provides the student with career opportunities in the field of civil/environmental engineering at the engineering technologist level. The curriculum is designed to provide a balanced education in civil engineering, catering to students' special interests by means of a major project in the third year. Classroom instruction will be complemented by participation at an in-house training session in a local civil/environmental engineering consulting firm, environmental monitoring training in the field, visits to solid waste management facilities and to sites undergoing environmental remediation. The first two semesters are common with the Civil Engineering Technology Program. During the final four semesters, the student will complete six courses related to the civil/environmental engineering field.

Note: Students with MAP4C will be considered for admission via the Technology Foundations program.

Program Facts

Length: Three-year Ontario College Advanced Diploma program
Location: Doon (Kitchener)
Start: September
First-Year Capacity: 15
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

  • Once students are in the program, they are considered for the Co-op format based on their college academic performance.
  • There are limited Co-op seats available.
  • To ensure successful completion of your program, it may be necessary to relocate or commute during Co-op work terms. It is recommended that students have a valid driver's licence as most Co-op positions require students to operate company vehicles or their own vehicle to and from various work sites.
  • Co-operative Education features six academic terms in college and two work terms in business and industry.

Admission Requirements

  • All applicants apply to the Non Co-op option. Applications to transfer to Co-op are processed during subsequent semesters.
  • 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 Requirements for Co-op Option

  • Students interested in applying for Co-op will be required to achieve a 70% average in semester one, (exclusive of Liberal Studies courses).
  • Co-op students are expected to maintain above average academic grades. Course failures and/or semester averages below 65% may result in discontinuance from the Co-op program.

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 the program and will be considered during the admission selection process. Minimum cutoffs apply.

Note:

  • Grade 11 or 12 Physics and Technical Drafting are desirable but not mandatory.
  • Basic computer literacy in spreadsheets and word processing is expected.

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.

Disclaimer The College reserves the right to alter information including requirements and fees, and to cancel at any time, a program, course, a program major or option, change the location and/or term in which a program or course is offered, or change the program curriculum as necessary to meet current competencies in the job market or for budgetary reasons, or withdraw an offer of admission both prior to and after its acceptance by an applicant or student because of insufficient applications or registrations, over-acceptance of offers of admission, budgetary constraints, or for other such reasons. In the event the College exercises such a right, the College’s sole liability will be the return of monies paid by the applicant or student to the College.