Mechanical Engineering Technician / Technology–Design and Drafting combines traditional mechanical engineering courses with advanced computer design curriculum. This unique hybrid yields an uncommon skill set that's in high demand: the ability to communicate sophisticated mechanical engineering concepts and ideas through drawings, computer images and symbols.
The program prepares graduates for specialized employment in the engineering, manufacturing and construction industries, or for further engineering studies.
Real-World Problem Solving
Students in the Mechanical Engineering diploma program learn the mechanics of materials, computer-aided engineering design and manufacturing, facilities layout, CNC machining, jig and fixture design, mould design, sustainable design, and green energy hydraulics. You'll work in a professional environment that simulates the workplace, while doing project-based assignments based on real-world mechanical engineering tasks. Examples include:
- Industrial products and manufacturing systems
- Energy and power generation
- Structural components of engines
- Building layout
- Heating, venting, and air-conditioning systems
You'll work with 2D and 3D software to explore the design component of mechanical engineering. You'll also learn the relationship between computer-assisted drafting and design (CADD) and computer-assisted manufacturing (CAM).
Co-op Learning Opportunities
Students can apply for three paid co-op work terms, where they can earn income and gain professional experience while they complete their education. See Cooperative Education for application details. To be eligible for co-op, one has to maintain a GPA of 2.0 or higher and no D grade in any of the courses.
Sheridan graduates can transfer to a number of universities to obtain bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology.
The average employment rate for students coming out of the Mechanical Engineering–Design and Drafting programs has traditionally exceeded 92%. Graduates can expect to find employment in such industries as:
- Aerospace
- Automotive computer-assisted design and manufacturing
- CAD/CAM design
- Plastics industry
- Process piping and HVAC
- Quality control
- Product development
- CAD drafter
- CNC manufacturing
- Technical sales
Engineering firms often employ our graduates to provide client support in graphics, presentation, 3D modelling and rendering, technical programming, and customization of CAD systems. A few recent graduates have gone into technical sales of CADD/CAM/CNC systems.
A sizeable share of graduates continue their studies in Engineering or Technology degree programs in local universities.
The Mechanical Engineering Technician/Technology–Design and Drafting Program is nationally accredited by the Canadian Technology Accreditation Board. Graduates have completed all the academic requirements for professional certification with the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT). Additional requirements for certification exist and are established by OACETT.
Program Eligibility
Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent, including these required courses:- One English, Grade 12 (ENG4C or ENG4U)
plus
- Grade 12 Mathematics for College Technology (MCT4C) or Grade 11 Functions (MCF3M) or Grade 11 Functions and Relations (MCR3U) or any Grade 12 (U) Mathematics
or
Mature student status. (See “Admissions” section for details.)
Applicants who do not meet the admission requirements will be invited to complete pre-admission tests in mathematics and English. Applicants asked to take the test are considered for admission to Term 1 contingent on receiving a minimum grade of 60% in both the pre-admission mathematics/English tests.
Applicants who are lacking the mathematics admission requirements for this program may be able to be admitted into this program with additional courses completed in their first year at Sheridan. There may be additional cost involved depending on the program.
Applicant Selection
Eligible applicants will be selected on the basis of their previous academic achievement (the average of their six highest senior-level credits, including required courses), and/or results of pre-admission testing.
Applicants who do not meet the admission requirements for this program will be assessed and advised individually and may be considered for other, related programs.
For More Information:
Davis (Brampton): 905-459-7533, ext. 5134