Construction Engineering Technician - Sustainability program prepares graduates for growing green building sector

Sheridan’s Faculty of Applied Science and Technology (FAST) has recently launched a new Ontario College Diploma program that prepares graduates to support sustainable construction projects across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors.

The Construction Engineering Technician – Sustainability diploma responds to growing demand for professionals who can apply sustainable practices and digital tools to modern construction projects. As governments and industry invest in low-carbon infrastructure and green-building initiatives, employers are seeking technicians who understand both construction fundamentals and environmentally responsible design.

The program can be completed in four continuous semesters, allowing students to graduate in just 16 months. An optional co-op term provides an opportunity to gain additional industry experience.

“Construction is quickly evolving as sustainability and digital technologies reshape how buildings are designed and delivered," says Kevin Day, Principal at Consiliis, Inc. "Sheridan’s program is carefully designed to prepare graduates with the skills and knowledge the industry needs. Capable, knowledgeable, and passionate people make the difference.”

Sustainability at the centre of construction training

Throughout the program, students will explore sustainable construction approaches such as mass timber systems, modular and prefabricated construction, embodied carbon analysis, and circular building methods. Coursework also introduces green building certification frameworks including LEED® and Net-Zero Building standards, which are increasingly shaping development across Canada. 

Building practical construction and digital skills

Students will also build strong foundations in construction materials, building systems, project planning, and regulatory requirements. Using industry-standard tools such as AutoCAD and Revit within Building Information Modelling (BIM) workflows, learners will gain experience coordinating drawings, schedules, and specifications similar to those used by professional construction teams.

The curriculum also introduces emerging technologies transforming the industry, including drones, robotics, LiDAR, smart sensing and artificial intelligence. Applied labs and a capstone project will allow students to apply these tools in simulated construction planning scenarios.

Career pathways in sustainable construction 

Graduates will be prepared for technical roles such as construction technician, BIM technician, sustainability field technician, and green building compliance technician, supporting projects shaped by evolving environmental standards and regulations. 

The program will be delivered in a hybrid format at Sheridan’s Hazel McCallion Campus in Mississauga, with the first cohort of students expected in Fall 2026. For more information, please visit the Construction Engineering Technician – Sustainability program page.