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Diploma
Diploma of Mechanical Technician in General Machinist
- Cambridge, Canada
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
Two-year diploma preparing students for the general machinist trade.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (3): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Demonstrate knowledge of Mechanical Technician in General Machinist. Apply concepts and skills introduced in the curriculum
- including Two-year programme covering computer-integrated manufacturing applications and all learning outcomes for Level. Communicate findings and complete discipline-appropriate tasks.
Career outcomes
- Apprentice in general machining or related precision machining trade
- Employment in the manufacturing sector
Curriculum
- Two-year programme covering computer-integrated manufacturing applications and all learning outcomes for Levels 1 and 2 of the Ontario general machinist apprenticeship
- so graduates may be exempt from that in-school training. An optional co-op stream is available.
Entry requirements
Academic
- OSSD or equivalent
- Or age 19+ with mature student status
- Grade 12 English (C/U) and
- For many programmes
- Grade 11 or 12 Mathematics
- Minimum 60% average of the required subjects
- Programme cutoffs apply
Accepted academic background
OSSD or equivalent, or 19+ with mature student status; programme prerequisites vary
Language tests
- IELTS 6.0
- TOEFL iBT 80
- PTE Academic 53
- Duolingo 110
Documents you’ll need
- Passport Identification Page
- Official Academic Transcripts
- Secondary School Completion Evidence
- Proof of Available Funds
- English Proficiency Evidence if Required
How to apply
- Review the program entry requirements and intake dates. Prepare academic transcripts and identification documents. Check required language scores and program prerequisites. Submit the international student application. Pay the applicable fee and await the admission decision.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $19,813 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $100 CAD |
| Deposit | $2,500 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | Cambridge - Reuter Dr. |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Trades & Apprenticeship |
| Department | Department of Mechanical Technician |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 60 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 3 |
| Scholarship note | Potential institutional or external awards may be available to eligible international students at Conestoga College. Confirm current eligibility, funding amount and deadlines with the institution. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
May 2027
Apply by
15 Feb 2027
93 days leftProgram starts
September 2027
Apply by
15 Jun 2027
213 days leftProgram starts
May 2028
Apply by
15 Feb 2028
458 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
The next deadline is 15 Feb 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $19,813 CAD per year. The application fee is $100 CAD. The deposit is $2,500 CAD. The estimated living cost is $20,000 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 80, PTE Academic 53, Duolingo 110.
