Mechanical Engineering Technology - Design Program at George Brown College

FULL DESCRIPTION

A solid grounding in engineering sciences and practical hands-on experience in mechanical shops and computer assisted design laboratories provide the combination of applied and theoretical knowledge that employers expect in today’s integrated work environments.

In the third year of the program, teams plan and craft their own creations that require the application of all of the knowledge accumulated throughout the program. Once built, projects such as medical devices, entertainment equipment, solar-powered products and automotive accessories are often put on display and form an important part of the student assessment. More importantly, graduates learn to work in teams while solidifying their mechanical engineering knowledge and skills.

PROGRAM STANDARDS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES

The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:

• Communicate clearly and concisely in written, graphic and oral form using appropriate formal and informal vocabulary and formats.
• Display appropriate responsible attitudes.
• Carry out established design procedures, making use of handbooks, catalogues, specifications, and codes. He/she should be able to recognize problems and apply established engineering practice to arrive at practical solutions.
• Prepare and interpret detail drawings, assembly drawings and compile technical specifications.
• Inspect, conduct tests, and compare and compile data in accordance with standard formats and procedures.
• Assist in the planning, operation, control, and improvement of manufacturing and production processes.
• Participate in the installation and maintenance of equipment and systems.

YOUR CAREER

Graduates can expect to find positions on technical teams that design, produce and maintain automated equipment and systems in all industries. An engineering background will enable graduates to move to more senior levels of responsibility at an earlier stage of their careers.