Technology Foundations

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Program description - September 2024

Find your passion, explore possibilities! With so many career paths in engineering technology, it can be difficult to choose. Experience hands-on learning in labs and applied theory in this one-year Certificate program. You will be introduced to a wide variety of engineering disciplines such as robotics, architecture-construction, computer programming, electrical, civil, mechanical design, woodworking, and more.

The Technology Foundations program will equip you for success at college by developing your study and time management skills and familiarity with technologies and college resources. You will upgrade your math to the level required for Conestoga's engineering technology programs and gain a solid background in physics and computer applications. We are here to support you every step of the way with one-on-one attention in specially designed tutorials and courses delivered by helpful faculty who are dedicated to your progress. The majority of courses are delivered in-person.

Our graduates have found successful careers in engineering fields by pursuing further education at the diploma level and beyond. Completing this program guarantees admission to the first year of many engineering technology programs provided graduates have simultaneously applied through www.ontariocolleges.ca and earned all credits achieving a minimum program average of 65% (including a minimum 65% average in both math courses combined). Some credits earned in Technology Foundations will transfer to other programs.

Open doors to your successful future with Technology Foundations.

Program details

Code: 0199
Delivery: Full-time
Length: 1 year
Start: September 2024
Campus: Cambridge – Fountain Street
Credential: Ontario College Certificate

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Tuition & fees

Tuition and fee details for the 2023-2024 year are listed below. Books and supplies may be additional.

2 Terms

Canadian

International

Tuition
$2696.00
$14163.00
Ancillary Fees
$1687.54
$2967.54
Total Fees
$4383.54
$17130.54

Canadian fee details

Description Fall 2023 Winter 2024
Full-time Program Tuition $1348.00 $1348.00
Administration Fee $25.00 $25.00
Capital Development Fee $81.77 $81.77
CSI Health Plan Fee $300.00 -
CSI Advocacy Fee $8.00 $8.00
CSI Association Fee $102.00 $102.00
CSI Legal Protection $30.00 -
eText Fee $188.00 -
Graduation/Alumni Services Fee $20.00 $20.00
ONE Card Fee $7.50 $7.50
Recreation/Athletics Fee $70.50 $70.50
Student Services $86.00 $86.00
Technology Enhancement Fee $110.00 $110.00
CSI - Student Frosh Kit Fee (optional) $70.00 -
CSI Event Fee and Campus Life (optional) $30.00 $30.00
CSI Student Clubs and Societies (optional) $4.00 $4.00
Sustainability Fee (optional) $5.00 $5.00
Term Total $2485.77 $1897.77
Year Total   $4383.54

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International fee details

Description Fall 2023 Winter 2024
International Program Tuition $7081.50 $7081.50
Administration Fee $25.00 $25.00
Capital Development Fee $81.77 $81.77
CSI Health Plan Fee $300.00 -
CSI Advocacy Fee $8.00 $8.00
CSI Association Fee $102.00 $102.00
CSI International Health Fee $530.00 -
CSI Legal Protection $30.00 -
eText Fee $188.00 -
Graduation/Alumni Services Fee $20.00 $20.00
ISR $375.00 $375.00
ONE Card Fee $7.50 $7.50
Recreation/Athletics Fee $70.50 $70.50
Student Services $86.00 $86.00
Technology Enhancement Fee $110.00 $110.00
CSI - Student Frosh Kit Fee (optional) $70.00 -
CSI Event Fee and Campus Life (optional) $30.00 $30.00
CSI Student Clubs and Societies (optional) $4.00 $4.00
Sustainability Fee (optional) $5.00 $5.00
Term Total $9124.27 $8006.27
Year Total   $17130.54

Returning student tuition & fees

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Program device requirements

Program device & software requirements

This program requires you to have a device that meets certain specifications. For most students, this cost is in addition to the tuition & fees listed above.

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Financial assistance

The Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) is a needs-based program designed to help Ontario students cover the cost of post-secondary education. Funded by the federal and provincial governments, OSAP is intended to promote equality of opportunity for post-secondary studies through direct financial assistance for educational costs and living expenses. These interest-free loans are intended to supplement your financial resources and those of your family. The majority of students apply for loan assistance via the OSAP website. Students can also print the application booklet through the OSAP website. For more information, please visit OSAP & aid.

Awards & scholarships

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Delivery sequence - September 2024 - Cambridge – Fountain Street

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