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Diploma of Mechanical Technician
- Kingston, Canada
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
Two-and-a-half-year diploma combining pipefitting, Welding, Rigging, Electrical and machining skills.
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
- Demonstrate applied knowledge and practical skills in Mechanical Technician. Apply concepts related to two and a half academic years in guided assignments and practical contexts. Communicate work appropriately and complete subject-relevant projects or assessments.
Career outcomes
- Maintenance staff
- Operator
- Supervisor
- Quality assurance inspector
- Maintenance planner
- Safety coordinator
- Laser alignment specialist
- Vibration analysis technician
- Industrial sales representative
- Mechanical estimator
- Municipal water maintenance
Curriculum
- Two and a half academic years
- Blended delivery
- Optional co-op. Core: hydraulic systems
- Pump maintenance
- Service prime movers
- Pneumatics and vacuum systems
- Programmable logic controllers
- Mechanical shop fundamentals
- Vibration analysis and dynamic balancing
- Welding for the mechanical trades
- And co-op I-II.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent with most Grade 11 and 12 courses at C
- U or M level
- normally Grade 12 English (C or U) and Grade 11 Math
- some programmes add science or other prerequisites. Non-Canadian transcripts are assessed by the college.
Accepted academic background
Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent with programme prerequisites (typically Grade 12 English at C/U level and Grade 11 Math at C/U/M level; some programmes add science or other prerequisites); non-Canadian transcripts are assessed by the college
Language tests
- IELTS 6
- IELTS Academic 6
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Passport Copy
How to apply
- Check the programme page for entry requirements and apply at least four months before the start date Apply online through the SLC International Application Service with an OCAS account (international.ocas.ca) and pay the 100 CAD application fee through Flywire Upload passport
- certified and translated transcripts
- diploma or degree
- proof of English proficiency Receive the Letter of Acceptance and pay the amount on it by its deadline (tuition deposit 2
- 350 CAD
- non-refundable) Apply to IRCC for the study permit with the Letter of Acceptance and upload the approval to the portal.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $18,936 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $100 CAD |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Kingston |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | _ |
| Department | _ |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 3 years |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
Tuition is $18,936 CAD per year. The application fee is $100 CAD. The estimated living cost is $17,059 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6, IELTS Academic 6.