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Architecture - Project and Facility Management (Bachelor of Applied Technology) (Co-op)
College: CONS Program: 1099C Campus: DO
About the Program
Graduates of this four-year, co-op program will be educated and trained specifically to supervise and manage projects and facilities for the built environment. Students will graduate with strong foundations in architecture, construction, basic engineering and business, comprehensive insight into facility management and exposure to both liberal arts disciplines and practical applications for the business enterprise. All dimensions will involve creativity, leadership training, teamwork, and individual initiative, emphasizing the practical application of classroom studies. This degree program is recognized by the International Facility Management Association (IFMA) and graduates are eligible to become Certified Facility Managers after 3 years of related work experience and writing the CFM exam.The opportunity exists for students who have completed a related advanced three-year diploma program to bridge or transfer into the third year of this program.
Beginning in 2009, students in the third and fourth year of the program will specialize their studies through the completion of five technical electives in one of two areas: Facility Management and Project Management.
Future technical elective areas of specialization are also being developed and will roll out depending on student demand. They are in the areas of Sustainable Design and Adaptive Design.
Conestoga College has been granted a consent by the Minister of Training, Colleges and Universities to offer this applied degree for a five-year term starting April 20, 2009. Conestoga College shall ensure that all students admitted to the above-named program during the period of consent will have the opportunity to complete the program within a reasonable time frame. Conestoga College expects the government to grant full renewal of the program based on previous experience.
Bachelor Degrees in Applied Areas of Study
Conestoga's Bachelor degrees:- are current and offer a balance of applied study and theory.
- offer integrated content across disciplines including business, liberal arts and sciences.
- are taught by highly credentialed faculty.
- are personal learning experiences with smaller class sizes.
- offer Project Based Learning where students learn by doing, progressively building their skills and confidence.
- result in a graduate with thorough knowledge and co-op work experience.
- provide opportunity for further studies in a number of articulation agreements with universities world-wide
- are government approved and meet all Ministry standards.
Program Facts
Length: Four-year Academic Co-operative Bachelor Applied Degree programLocation: Doon (Kitchener)
Start: August
First-Year Capacity: 30
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 paid full-time work opportunities.
- To ensure successful completion of your program, it may be necessary to relocate or commute during the co-op work terms.
Admission Requirements
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, OR 19 years of age or older.
- A minimum of six (6) Grade 12 courses including four (4) required university preparation (U) courses and two additional university (U) or university/college (M) courses. The following Grade 12 U courses, or equivalent, are required: Grade 12 English (ENG4U), and Physics (SPH4U), Grade 12 Math - Advanced Functions (MHF4U) or Calculus and Vectors (MCV4U) or Advanced Functions and Introductory Calculus (MCB4U) plus one other U level course.
Note:
- Applicants with an academic strength under 65% will not be considered.
- Applicants possessing degrees/diplomas from institutions where the language of instruction was not English will be required to provide test scores as evidence of their English language proficiency. Test scores, if required, would be a minimum of TOEFL 580 or 237 computer-based or 92 internet-based with TWE 4.5, IELTS 6.5 with no bands less than 6.0, CAEL 70 with no sub-test band scores less than 60, or equivalent scores in other recognized standard tests of English.
- We offer a language program for students whose English language skills are below the standard required for admission but all other admission criteria have been met. You will be eligible for admission to the degree program after completion of level 4 of the General Arts and Science - English Language Studies (ELS) program with an overall grade average of 80% and no grade less than 75%. Your placement in the ELS program is determined by scores on an in-house English language test or TOEFL or IELTS.
- Applicants presenting equivalent academic background will be considered on an individual basis.
Admission Procedures
- Academic strength is calculated by averaging all submitted Grade 12 marks (or equivalent) of the required subjects and two additional OAC, U or M courses. If more than two additional courses are submitted, the courses with the highest mark will be used.
- Other factors as well as grades are considered. Applicants are required to attend an interview where they have the opportunity to find out more about the program and present a portfolio.
Note:
- Applicants will have the opportunity to complete a Scholarship and Award Information form.
- Applicants must have basic computer literacy. Courses in Art, CAD/Drafting, and History are recommended.
For program information call the Information Centre for details at 519-748-5220 ext. 3656.