Program Overview

The Mechanical Engineering Technology program, with a focus on Mechanical Systems, equips students with the skills to design and install environmental systems in various buildings. The program covers topics such as engineering materials, technical communication, manufacturing processes, fluid mechanics, and energy management. Graduates are prepared for careers in the green economy, where they can apply their knowledge to create sustainable and efficient building systems.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Mechanical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Systems option prepares you for the jobs of the future by teaching you about designing and installing environmental systems in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. Graduates will be equipped with skills to apply them at work in the rapidly evolving green economy.

Outline:

Level 1 (15 weeks)

• Engineering Materials 1
• Technical Communication 1 for Mechanical Engineering
• Basic Technical Mathematics for Mechanical
• Introduction to Mechanical Engineering
• Engineering Graphics 1
• Statics
• Computer Applications and Programming

Level 2 (20 weeks)

• Engineering Materials 2
• Calculus for Mechanical
• Manufacturing Processes
• Engineering Graphics 2
• Strength of Materials
• Dynamics
• Physics for Mechanical

Level 3 (15 weeks)

• Electrical Equipment
• Statistics for Mechanical Technologists
• Fluid Mechanics
• Engineering Management
• Building Construction
• Heat/Cool Load Analysis
• Heating Systems

Level 4 (20 weeks)

• Technical Communication 2 for Mechanical Engineering
• Ethics for Technologists
• Thermal Engineering
• Instrumentation and Controls
• Project Management
• Air Conditioning Systems
• Energy Management