College Diploma - Civil Engineering Technician (1629)

Program Overview

Start your career with our two-year Civil Engineering Technician diploma program. This program is designed to prepare you for a challenging and rewarding career in the design, construction, and maintenance of our growing communities and evolving public infrastructure. You will gain essential knowledge and technical skills that are in demand across the country, focusing on supporting the safe and sustainable design and development of communities, highways, municipal infrastructure, and civil structures.

Program Structure

The Civil Engineering Technician program is structured to provide a comprehensive education over a two-year period. The program includes:

• Hands-on practical learning experiences in the field and state-of-the-art labs.
• Courses led by highly-qualified faculty with strong industry ties.
• Hybrid delivery format, combining in-person and online learning.
• Optional co-op opportunities to gain real-world experience.

This program emphasizes the design of various structures, testing of materials, and the use of modern surveying and GPS technology. Students will also learn to create engineering drawings using AutoCAD and Civil 3D, prepare quantity and cost estimates, and engage in project management.

Featured Experiences

• Hands-on practical learning in both fieldwork and laboratory settings.
• Use of modern surveying and GPS technology.
• Creation of engineering drawings using industry-standard software like AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Optional co-op program to gain valuable work experience.
• Engagement in contract administration and project management activities.

Career Options

Graduates of the Civil Engineering Technician program can pursue various career opportunities in Canada, including:

• Civil Engineering Technician: Assist engineers in the design and construction of civil projects, ensuring compliance with regulations and standards.
• Survey Technician: Conduct surveys to determine land boundaries and prepare maps and reports for construction projects.
• Construction Inspector: Oversee construction sites to ensure that projects are completed according to specifications and safety regulations.
• Project Coordinator: Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources, ensuring that civil engineering projects are completed efficiently.
• Environmental Technician: Work on projects that assess and mitigate environmental impacts related to civil engineering works.

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