engineer the next big thing

Think about it. The manufacturing sector produces all the goods we depend on
in a modern society – computers, clothes, trains, planes, automobiles,
even the page you’re reading right now!

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In Demand
Graduates of our manufacturing programs are in demand locally and across the
country because there is a shortage of skilled workers. The manufacturing industry is
coming back stronger than ever with opportunities for those with the skills we teach.

Investing In You
The manufacturing sector invests heavily in its people, in new product development,
and emerging technologies. Your education will not end with graduation. Many
experienced technicians and technologists advance to corporate and leadership roles.

Apprenticeship Training
We offer the in-school component for manufacturing skilled trades programs: General
Machinist, Industrial Maintenance Mechanic/Millwright, Mould Maker and Tool and Die
Maker. While on the job, you will be supervised by a qualified tradesperson. In class,
you will study theory and learn to apply your skills to practical assignments.

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Manufacturing Technology
Electromechanical Engineering
Technician (Accelerated)
– a two-year Ontario College Diploma program offered in 1.5 academic
years is a multidisciplinary program that exposes students to aspects of
electromechanical systems. Students will gain knowledge of the mechanical
aspects of a system, such as the ability to read mechanical prints, understand
tolerances and the mechanical nuances of a system. Students will be exposed
to both electrical and mechanical principles, allowing graduates to be capable
of analyzing, modifying, maintaining and repairing electromechanical systems.
The focus of the program shall be concurrent engineering with respect to
products and processes. Students will also be exposed to project management
and quality systems.
Manufacturing Engineering
Technician (Accelerated)
– a two-year Ontario College Diploma offered in 1.5 academic years and a
one-year co-op that focuses on tool design, computer numerical control (CNC),
computer assisted design and manufacturing (CAD/CAM), metallurgy, metrology
and statistical process control methods. Graduates work as technical analysts,
project engineering technicians, computer aided or solidworks designers or
CNC machine programmers and in research and development, sales, production
equipment inspection and maintenance.
Pre-Technology
– is a 30-week Ontario College Certificate program which allows students to explore
the field of technology in further preparation for technical skills at the college
level. This program will provide students with the skills and academic requirements
necessary for entry into a number of career programs offered at Fanshawe College.
In addition, those students meeting all program requirements with a minimum 70%
average are GUARANTEED admission to a selection of Fanshawe College programs
offered in the Schools of: Transportation and Motive Power, Building Technology,
Applied Sciences and Technology, and at our regional campuses.
Graduate Certificate Program
Practical Elements of
Mechanical Engineering
– this one-year Ontario College Graduate Certificate program gives students who
have successfully completed their second or third year of a CEAB approved program
in Mechanical Engineering, intensive, hands-on training in the practical elements
associated with their profession. Students will learn computer assisted design
(CAD), blueprint reading, machining and welding. This program will complement the
theoretical skills that engineers obtain in their formal studies.

Manufacturing Engineering
Technology (Accelerated)
– a three-year Ontario College Advanced Diploma program offered in two
academic years and a one-year co-op. You’ll learn to work from product
design drawings, to develop and implement a production process and apply
manufacturing and quality control standards. In addition to technical skills,
you’ll learn business skills such as accounting, production cost estimating,
statistical analysis, operations and resource management, customer service
and project management skills. Graduates work as manufacturing engineering
technologists, operations managers, plant supervisors, tool designers and
quality engineers.

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Requirements
*The minimum requirements for admission to all post-secondary programs is an Ontario Secondary School Diploma with courses from the College
(C), University (U), University/College (U/C) or Open (O) stream or equivalent or mature student with the stated academic requirements. Graduate
programs require a College Diploma or University Degree or equivalent. For more information, please visit www.fanshawec.ca.

Program Academic Requirements

One-year Programs (Certificate)
Electromechanical Engineering Technician
(Accelerated)
Manufacturing Engineering Technician
(Accelerated)
Pre-Technology
Three-year Program (Advanced Diploma)
Manufacturing Engineering Technology
(Accelerated)
One-year Graduate Program (Graduate Certificate)
Practical Elements of Mechanical Engineering
• Grade 12 Mathematics for College Technology*** (C) preferred
• Grade 11 or Grade 12 Physics (C) or (U)
• Mathematics*** ONE OF:
- Grade 12 Mathematics for College Technology** (C)
- Grade 11 Functions (U)
- Grade 11 Functions and Applications (U/C)
• Minimum requirements as stated above*
• Mathematics*** ONE OF:
- Grade 12 Mathematics for College Technology** (C)
- Grade 11 Functions (U)
- Grade 11 Functions and Applications (U/C)
• Successful completion of Second or Third year Mechanical Engineering at a Canadian Engineering
Accreditation Board approved Ontario University
AND
• Approval granted by the parent institution to enroll in the Practical Elements of Mechanical Engineering
program at Fanshawe College

Note: **Grade 12 Mathematics for College Technology (C) preferred

Applicants who lack required courses may be admitted to the program subject to appropriate prior upgrading
***In lieu of Grade 12 Mathematics for College Technology (C) or Grade 11 Mathematics (U) or (U/C) courses, the following
Mathematics courses are acceptable:
- Grade 12 Advanced Functions (U)
- Grade 12 Calculus and Vectors (U)
- Grade 12 Mathematics of Data Management (U)
- Grade 12 Foundations for College Mathematics (C)

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