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Diploma of Mechanical Engineering Technician - Manufacturing
- Sault Ste. Marie, Canada
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
A two-year diploma providing technical support skills for manufacturing equipment.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Explain key concepts in Mechanical Engineering Technician - Manufacturing. Apply knowledge in areas including four semesters: machine shop practice
- drawings
- tools
- mathematics
- welding and safety
- power transmission
- pumps
- bearings and materials
- thermodynamics
- pneumatics and hydraulics
- statics
- mechanical CAD and fabrication. Communicate findings and evaluate relevant practical or academic problems.
Career outcomes
- Steel
- mining
- pulp and paper
- lumber
- automotive
- food processing and other manufacturing facilities
- apprenticeship training
- further education
Curriculum
- Four semesters: machine shop practice
- drawings
- tools
- mathematics
- welding and safety
- power transmission
- pumps
- bearings and materials
- thermodynamics
- pneumatics and hydraulics
- statics
- mechanical CAD and fabrication
- then controls and mechanics courses
- with general education in the later terms.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent at college level with programme-specific subjects (usually Grade 12 English ENG4C; math
- biology or chemistry for some)
- or mature student status; at least 18 by the end of the first semester; certified translations required.
Accepted academic background
Equivalent of an Ontario Secondary School Diploma at college-preparation level or higher; programme-specific subjects (e.g. ENG4C and MAP4C for Computer Programming); at least 18 by end of first semester
Language tests
- IELTS 6.0
- TOEFL iBT 79
- PTE Academic 60
- Cambridge 169
- Duolingo 110
- IELTS Academic 6
Documents you’ll need
- English Language Test Results
How to apply
- Review the program entry criteria and relevant intake. Prepare academic transcripts and the supporting documents specified for this qualification. Submit the institution application and any required English proficiency evidence. Pay the application fee when applicable. Follow the admissions team instructions and await the decision.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $17,185 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $150 CAD |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Sault Ste. Marie |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Engineering Technology |
| Department | _ |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 3 years |
| Scholarship note | Scholarships and bursaries are advertised for qualified students; each award has its own eligibility criteria. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
Tuition is $17,185 CAD per year. The application fee is $150 CAD. The estimated living cost is $8,892 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 79, PTE Academic 60, Cambridge 169, Duolingo 110, IELTS Academic 6.

