You will develop fundamental computer aided drafting (CAD) skills using industry-standard software. Your studies will focus on two-dimensional geometric construction, dimensioning and drawing output.

Credit Units: 2

Other Hours: 32

Prerequisites(s):

Corequisites(s): DRFT 106

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Independent Study

Your studies will focus on an introduction to computers and the basic hardware and software that make them work. You will learn about current hardware technologies, computer communications and basic security issues. You will be introduced to report writing, spreadsheet, database and presentation software. Your studies will help you develop proper file management techniques and basic troubleshooting strategies.

Credit Units: 2

Other Hours: 32

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will be introduced to orthographic drawing. You will practice sketching, geometric construction, orthographic projections, dimensioning, sectional views and descriptive geometry.

Credit Units: 4

Other Hours: 64

Corequisites(s): CADD 120, COMP 105

Equivalent Course(s): DRFT 121

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will become familiar with fundamental mapping concepts and learn about map use in Canada. You will study the history of maps, map creation and use, map projections, the importance of map reference systems, terrain analysis using contours and an introduction to map scale and errors. You will also develop basic navigation skills through the use of instrumentation and topographic maps.

Credit Units: 3

Other Hours: 48

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will gain a basic background in trigonometry and algebra that is needed to do problem solving in applied areas and to advance to a study of calculus. You will study measurement, computations, algebraic operations, simplifications and solutions, trigonometry, graphing, exponents and logarithms. This course is intended to meet your needs in the construction stream of engineering technologies.

Credit Units: 6

Lecture Hours: 96

Equivalent Course(s): MAT 100, MAT 121

Learning Method(s): Prior Learning, Lecture/Theory, Web CT/Blackboard

You will study vector applications of Newton’s three laws and the conservation of momentum involving free-body and vector diagrams on coordinate reference frames. You will perform an experiment demonstrating Newton’s laws to determine the coefficient of friction between a moving object and its contact surface. You will also study the conservation of energy in the work, power and energy section as well as the static and dynamic properties of fluids.

Credit Units: 4

Lecture Hours: 64

Corequisites(s): MAT 120

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory

You will receive an orientation to your program and learn where and how the technician/technologist fits into the workplace and society. You will become familiar with the role of technicians/technologists in society, study and time management skills, increasing diversity in the workplace, principles of sustainability, the impact of technology on society and workplace safety requirements.

Credit Units: 1

Lecture Hours: 16

Equivalent Course(s): ENGM 181, ETHC 183, ORTN 120

Learning Method(s): Prior Learning, Lecture/Theory

You will study the basics of surveying. Your studies will focus on ground based techniques. The course topics include differential levelling, physical and electronic distance measurements, horizontal and vertical angle measurement and traversing. You will be introduced to electronics survey instrumentation and the use of 2D coordinate systems in surveying.

Credit Units: 5

Other Hours: 80

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

Your studies will focus on the basic skills required of the technologist in the workplace. You will examine the communication process and interpersonal and workplace communication techniques. The course content includes technical writing and job search skills.

Credit Units: 3

Lecture Hours: 48

Equivalent Course(s): COMM 191, JOBS 190, JOBS 288, JOBS 290, TCOM 120, TMGT 180

Learning Method(s): Prior Learning, Learn Linc, Lecture/Theory, Web CT/Blackboard

Building on your computer aided drafting skills, your studies will focus on intermediate and advanced 2D CAD drafting, and improving your efficiency with AutoCAD.

Credit Units: 3

Other Hours: 42

Prerequisites(s): CADD 120, DRFT 106, DRFT 200, DRFT 205

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will apply the knowledge gained in previous surveying and drafting courses. You will use various instruments to gather data and use this data to produce a topographic plan of your survey.

Credit Units: 4

Lab Hours: 60

Prerequisites(s): DRFT 200, DRFT 205, SRVY 100, SRVY 201

Learning Method(s): Lab/Practical

You will receive an introduction to programming using Visual Basic.NET. You will develop object-based event-driven applications with a graphical user interface for the Windows environment.

Credit Units: 3

Other Hours: 42

Prerequisites(s): COMP 105

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will be introduced to mechanical drafting and apply the skills and tools you learned in Computer Aided Drafting (CAD). You will practice dimensioning and develop sectional views. You will create 2-D part and assembly drawings. As well, you will use precision measuring instruments and produce a full set of mechanical drawing sets.

Credit Units: 5

Other Hours: 78

Prerequisites(s): CADD 120, COMP 105, DRFT 106

Corequisites(s): CADD 124

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will build on the skills developed in MAT 120 (Mathematics) and learn how to solve technical problems using basic algebraic skills and the differential calculus. You will become familiar with basic definitions and the fundamental concepts of mathematics and elementary derivatives.

Credit Units: 5

Lecture Hours: 70

Prerequisites(s): MAT 120

Equivalent Course(s): MAT 225

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory, Web CT/Blackboard

You will solve problems involving pulleys and the equilibrium of cantilevers and trusses. You will also learn the basics of fluid mechanics including pressure, buoyancy and the Bernoulli equation.

Credit Units: 5

Lecture Hours: 70

Prerequisites(s): MAT 120, PHYS 104

Equivalent Course(s): MECA 122

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory

Building on topics introduced in SRVY 100 (Introduction to Surveying 1), you will study route location surveys, basic curve use in surveying, digital terrain modelling and topographic surveys. The course adds to your previous knowledge by exploring advanced topics in coordinate geometry (COGO) and digital data collection. You will also study safe work practices and gain practical experience working with survey instrumentation. Your studies and practical experience will prepare you for participation in small surveying projects.

Credit Units: 5

Other Hours: 68

Prerequisites(s): SRVY 100

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

Building on the skills you developed in TCOM 102 (Communication in Technology), you will apply basic research skills to create workplace documents. Your studies will focus on the workplace skills of creating effective client relations, conducting meetings and giving presentations.

Credit Units: 3

Lecture Hours: 48

Prerequisites(s): TCOM 102

Equivalent Course(s): COMM 181, COMM 190, TCOM 123, TCOM 190

Learning Method(s): Prior Learning, Lecture/Theory, Web CT/Blackboard

Your co-operative education term will provide you with the opportunity to consolidate theoretical and practical concepts learned in the classroom and gain valuable experience in a work setting.

Credit Units: 0

Other Hours: 0

Learning Method(s): Coop Education Work Term

You will study advanced topics in computer aided drafting using industry-standard software. Software customization, 3D modeling and rendering will be emphasized.

Credit Units: 3

Other Hours: 48

Prerequisites(s): CADD 124

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will apply CAD drafting skills and engineering design fundamentals to produce structural steel drawings. The course content includes CSA, CISC and RISC standards, engineering design drawings, shop drawings, steel reinforcement placement drawings and structural timber drawings.

Credit Units: 4

Other Hours: 64

Prerequisites(s): CADD 124, DRFT 205

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will apply CAD drafting skills and engineering design fundamentals to produce civil engineering drawings. You will use current civil design CAD software to produce your drawings.

Credit Units: 4

Other Hours: 64

Prerequisites(s): CADD 124, DRFT 205

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will compare suitable materials for a given design and/or manufacturing process. You will study the internal structure of materials and their relationship to relevant properties of ferrous and non-ferrous metals, alloys, ceramics, glasses, concrete, polymers and wood. Your studies will include the failure mechanisms of materials including metal corrosion.

Credit Units: 3

Lecture Hours: 48

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory

You will build on your knowledge and skills developed in Technical Mathematics and Differential Calculus to become familiar with the basic definitions, fundamental concepts and uses of integral calculus as related to engineering design and drafting.

Credit Units: 4

Lecture Hours: 64

Prerequisites(s): MAT 226

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory, Web CT/Blackboard

Building on your skills gained in applied mechanics, you will study the steady flow energy equation. Your studies will include open channel design, pipe sizing considerations, pump selection as well as open and closed loop piping system. You will analyze pumping requirements for series and parallel piping systems using computer software.

Credit Units: 4

Lecture Hours: 64

Prerequisites(s): MAT 226, MECA 200

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory

You will develop design and drafting skills that a designer uses on the job. Your studies will focus on modeling, assemblies and documentation of best practices. Through practical exercises and projects you will apply methods and techniques used in the industrial mechanical and industrial piping industries.

Credit Units: 4

Other Hours: 64

Prerequisites(s): CADD 124, DRFT 205

Corequisites(s): CADD 221, ENGM 120

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will study the concept of stress and strain. The course content includes stress and deformation resulting from axial loads, direct shear and torsional loads, shear force and bending moment diagrams, and bending stress and transverse shear stress.

Credit Units: 4

Lecture Hours: 64

Prerequisites(s): MECA 200

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory

Your second co-operative education term will build on the experience gained during your first work placement and provide you with additional opportunities to develop skills and techniques related to your field of studies in a real work setting.

Credit Units: 0

Other Hours: 0

Learning Method(s): Coop Education Work Term

You will be introduced to programming in AutoLISP. You will use the programming language integrated into AutoCAD (AutoLISP) to develop routines to automate and enhance the standard AutoCAD functions.

Credit Units: 3

Other Hours: 48

Prerequisites(s): CADD 221, COAP 127

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will apply CAD drafting skills and engineering design fundamentals to develop civil and municipal works. Site planning, layout, grading, drainage and municipal services will be emphasized.

Credit Units: 3

Other Hours: 48

Prerequisites(s): CADD 221, DRFT 207

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

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Corequisites(s): Not Available

Equivalent Course(s): Not Available

You will study relevant financial mathematics and basic probabilities as the building blocks used by project management software tools or systems. You will use statistical concepts with math graphical tools such as Performance Evaluation and Review Techniques (PERT) and Gantt chart for various project operations.

Credit Units: 2

Lecture Hours: 36

Prerequisites(s): MAT 201

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory

You will build on your parametric design and drafting skills learned in Mechanical Design 1 by combining the best practices of parametric modeling, assemblies and documentation. You will design and interpret authentic design problems while developing and expanding your parametric modeling skills. You will select appropriate information from catalogues and charts.

Credit Units: 3

Other Hours: 48

Prerequisites(s): DRFT 206, MECA 201, MECH 200, STRU 203

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

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Corequisites(s): Not Available

Equivalent Course(s): Not Available

You will apply Canadian codes and standards to the design of basic steel structures. You will learn how to calculate loads using limit states design principles. You will also learn how to design steel beams and columns, detail basic steel connections.

Credit Units: 2

Lecture Hours: 36

Prerequisites(s): STRU 203

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory

Your third co-operative education work term will round out the work term experience by adding related work knowledge through the application of theories and practices relevant to your field of studies.

Credit Units: 0

Other Hours: 0

Learning Method(s): Coop Education Work Term

You will apply CAD drafting skills and engineering design fundamentals to complete a civil design project. Site planning and design, and interpreting, analyzing and applying design and drafting standards will be emphasized. You will use current civil design CAD software to produce a complete set of engineering drawings.

Credit Units: 6

Other Hours: 96

Prerequisites(s): CVEN 200, DRFT 207

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will apply the design and drafting skills that a draftsperson learned in previous courses in the program. You will define a problem, generate ideas, select a solution and model the solution following appropriate design criteria. You will produce the mechanical section of the design project which will be coordinated with the civil and structural designs. Interpreting and applying design and drafting standards will be a major part of the course content.

Credit Units: 6

Other Hours: 96

Prerequisites(s): MECH 201

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will apply your project management skills to develop all required aspects of a project proposal for a building site and a building. You will develop all aspects of the project team, contracts, delivery, estimating, scheduling and control in conjunction with the proposal using appropriate software.

Credit Units: 6

Other Hours: 94

Prerequisites(s): PROJ 107

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will apply Canadian codes and standards to the design of timber and concrete members. You will learn how to calculate loads using limit states design principles. You will also learn how to detail timber connections, and detail concrete beams and footings.

Credit Units: 4

Lecture Hours: 64

Prerequisites(s): STRU 200, STRU 203

Corequisites(s): STRU 202

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory

You will use the skills and knowledge you acquired in previous semesters to develop a building structure and interactive 3 dimensional model. This course is linked to other courses in the development of a proposed building site, building model and mechanical process model. You will develop all aspects of the project team, contracts, delivery, estimating, scheduling and control in conjunction with the proposal using appropriate software.

Credit Units: 6

Other Hours: 96

Prerequisites(s): STRU 200

Corequisites(s): STRU 201

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will develop a technical proposal and apply advanced research skills to a technical problem. You will use the technical problem-solving process in an applied research project and present your research findings in a written report and oral presentation.

Credit Units: 2

Lecture Hours: 34

Prerequisites(s): TCOM 103

Equivalent Course(s): COMM 115, COMM 182, COMM 290

Learning Method(s): Prior Learning, Lecture/Theory