Mechanical Engineering Technology (Co-op and Non Co-op Version) at Algonquin College

Learn engineering design, and offer solutions as a mechanical engineering technologist.

The three-year Mechanical Engineering Technology Ontario College Advanced Diploma program teaches you to apply scientific and engineering principles to solve mechanical engineering problems in a variety of industries.

Through a series of classroom-based courses and extensive practical labs, you acquire skills specific to mechanical engineering technologists, including:

• modifying and improving engineering designs using conventional and computer-based methods
• performing engineering tests
• supporting product development
• using engineering software and systems to conduct engineering design and analysis
• designing specialized jogs and fixtures
• analyzing problems involving machine design, fluid dynamics, thermodynamics and heat transfer
• understandingand applying design standards (i.e. ASHRAE and ASM International)
• using design software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD and MasterCAM

During your third year in the program, you complete a capstone project under the guidance of your faculty members. You work with external stakeholders in the industry during the project to analyze, plan and execute your project.

Students also have the option to gain real-world experience through a paid co-operative education (co-op) work term (see Additional Information for more details). Please note that places in the co-op version of the program are subject to availability. Students who elect to apply to the non co-op version of the program may not have the opportunity to transfer to the co-op version at a later date.

Graduates may find work in the research, design and testing of mechanical systems, or with:

• manufacturing processes
• electro-mechanical control systems
• automation
• green-energy and building systems

SUCCESS FACTORS

This program is well-suited for students who:

• Have investigated the career opportunities and study expectations by speaking with recent graduates, students, employers and faculty of the program.
• Enjoy learning activities and assume responsibility for the time and effort required.
• Enjoy science and are eager to apply applications of mathematics, physics and chemistry.
• Are committed to a well-rounded education leading to multiple career opportunities in a variety of industries.

Careers

Graduates may find employment as engineering technologists in the manufacturing, aerospace; transportation, and system industries. Graduates may be involved in product design and product testing; electronics and computer manufacturing; automation and control systems/processes and other diverse jobs that involve the transmission of power and energy in mechanical systems.

Learning Outcomes

The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:

1. Monitor compliance with current legislation, standards, regulations and guidelines.
2. Plan, co-ordinate, implement and evaluate quality control and quality assurance procedures to meet organizational standards and requirements.
3. Monitor and encourage compliance with current health and safety legislation, as well as organizational practices and procedures.
4. Develop and apply sustainability best practices in workplaces.
5. Use current and emerging technologies to implement mechanical engineering projects.
6. Analyze and solve complex mechanical problems by applying mathematics and fundamentals of mechanical engineering.
7. Prepare, analyze, evaluate and modify mechanical engineering drawings and other related technical documents.
8. Design and analyze mechanical components, processes and systems by applying fundamentals of mechanical engineering.
9. Design, manufacture and maintain mechanical components according to required specifications.
10. Establish and verify the specifications of materials, processes and operations for the design and production of mechanical components.
11. Plan, implement and evaluate projects by applying project management principles.
12. Develop strategies for ongoing personal and professional development to enhance work performance.
13. Apply business principles to design and engineering practices.
14. Identify and apply discipline-specific practices that contribute to the local and global community through social responsibility, economic commitment and environmental stewardship.

Program Eligibility

• English, Grade 12 (ENG4C or equivalent).
• Mathematics, (Grade 12 MCT4C) or (Grade 11 MCR3U) or equivalent.
• At least two science courses from Grade 11 and/or Grade 12.
• Applicants with international transcripts must provide proof of the subject specific requirements noted above and may be required to provide proof of language proficiency. Domestic applicants with international transcripts must be evaluated through the International Credential Assessment Service of Canada (ICAS) or World Education Services (WES).
• IELTS-International English Language Testing Service (Academic) Overall band of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each band; OR TOEFL-Internet-based (iBT) Overall 80, with a minimum of 20 in each component: Reading 20; Listening 20; Speaking 20; Writing 20.

Should the number of qualified applicants exceed the number of available places, applicants will be selected on the basis of their proficiency in English and mathematics.