Civil Engineering Technician at Fanshawe College - Program overview

Program overview

Admission Requirements

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Last updated on 2025-08-06

Program overview

Program Overview

The Civil Engineering Technician program is a comprehensive 2-year course designed to prepare students for a dynamic and expanding industry. This program emphasizes hands-on experience in managing civil engineering projects, ensuring compliance with laws and ethical standards, and integrating sustainable practices throughout all project phases. Students will develop the ability to work effectively within diverse teams, communicate clearly with stakeholders, and contribute to successful project outcomes. With a strong focus on technical skills, students will also learn to collect, analyze, and present data, utilizing industry-leading technologies to support project execution.

Program Structure

The Civil Engineering Technician program spans a duration of 60 weeks, providing students with a robust foundation in civil engineering principles and practices. The program is structured to include:

Hands-on experience in project management
Focus on compliance with laws and ethical standards
Integration of sustainable practices in engineering
Opportunities for co-op terms, enhancing real-world experience
Practical training in cost estimation, scheduling, and quality control
Application of engineering principles and technical mathematics

This program also offers laddering opportunities into the 3-year Civil Engineering Technology program, allowing graduates to further their education and career prospects.

Featured Experiences

Hands-on project management training
Co-op term options available for practical experience
Use of industry-leading technologies for project execution
Focus on teamwork and leadership skills
Real-world challenges to prepare students for the workforce

Career Options

Graduates of the Civil Engineering Technician program can pursue a variety of career paths in Canada, including:

Structural Engineering Technician: Assists in the design and analysis of structures, ensuring they are safe and efficient.
Municipal Engineering Technician: Works on public infrastructure projects, including roads, bridges, and water systems.
Construction Design Technician: Collaborates with architects and engineers to create detailed construction plans.
Transportation Engineering Technician: Focuses on the planning and design of transportation systems, including highways and transit systems.
Environmental Engineering Technician: Works on projects aimed at protecting the environment and ensuring compliance with regulations.

These roles provide graduates with the opportunity to contribute to significant engineering projects and make a positive impact in their communities.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors.

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Last updated on 2025-08-06

Program overview

Academic Requirements

To apply for the Civil Engineering Technician program, applicants must meet the following Academic Requirements:

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, or a mature applicant with the following courses:

Grade 12 English (C or U)
Grade 12 Math (C or U) - MCT4C preferred*

* A minimum grade of 60% is required for Grade 12 Foundations for College Math (MAP4C). This math course may not provide adequate academic preparation for this program and therefore applicants with this course may be required to take additional preparatory Math as part of their program of study.

Students who do not meet the Academic Requirements are recommended for academic upgrading. A conditional offer may be possible with proof of enrolment. Alternatively, applicants may choose to do the one-year Pre-Technology preparatory program that provides all the Academic Requirements for this program.

Note:

- Admission to the Fanshawe College Pre-Technology program does not guarantee admission in a subsequent year to the Civil Engineering Technician program. Successful completion of the Fanshawe College Pre-Technology program, however, does enable the student to be given additional consideration when applying to the Civil Engineering Technician program. The Pre-Technology program is the preferred designated preparatory program for admission to the Civil Engineering Technician program.

For international students, admission equivalencies depend on your country of study. Please contact LOA Portal's advisors for any clarification and support regarding specific requirements for your country.

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Language Requirements

The English language requirements for the Civil Engineering Technician program at Fanshawe College are as follows:

TOEFL iBT: 79
IELTS Academic: Overall score of 6.0 with no score less than 5.5 in any of the four bands
CAEL: Overall score of 60 with no score less than 50 in any of the four bands; score of 80 in listening
PTE Academic: 53
Cambridge English: Overall score of 169 with no language skill less than 162
ESL4/GAP5: Minimum grade of 80% in Level 8, 75% in Level 9, or 70% in Level 10
Duolingo: Overall score of 105, with no score lower than 95

Please check with our team for more details.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors. The listed minimum requirements are a guideline and do not guarantee admission. Do not worry, we will notify you of any changes during the application process.

Not meeting the minimum language requirements?

You may still be able to apply!