Program Overview

Marine Engineering Technology Ontario College Advanced Diploma, Co-op

Program Description

Students are immersed in an internationally recognized co-operative marine engineering cadet program designed in co-operation with Transport Canada Marine Safety and Security (TCMSS) and Canada’s shipping companies. Students focus on developing competencies required to function as part of a shipboard marine engineering team. Content includes, and is based upon, the TCMSS Engineering Officer Education Training (EOET) program requirements.

Program Information

• Program Code: MTCY
• Duration: 3 Years
• Credential: Ontario College Advanced Diploma, Co-op
• Program Delivery: Full-time
• Program Delivery Method: In person

Admission Requirements

• OSSD or Equivalent: With Grade 12 English (C or U) and Any* Grade 12 Mathematics (C, M, or U)
• Mature Students: Non-secondary school applicants (19 years or older), and home school applicants may also be considered for admission
• Additional Requirements: Valid Transport Canada Marine Medical stating “fit for sea service” or “fit for sea service with limitations”

Career Opportunities

• Graduates are educated and trained to become marine engineer officers of the watch
• Career paths include ship’s engineering officer on board commercial vessels such as bulk carriers, tugs, ferries, tankers, cruise ships, coast guard and fishing vessels throughout Canada and the world

Accreditation

• Co-operative Education and Work-Integrated Learning Canada (CEWIL Canada): This program is accredited by CEWIL Canada, formerly Canadian Association for Co-operative Education (CAFCE)

Why Study at Georgian?

• State-of-the-art Facilities: The Centre for Marine Training and Research is Canada’s most advanced marine simulation and research centre
• Industry Support: This program was developed in co-operation with Transport Canada and national shipping companies
• Hands-on Experience: Students learn through a progressive mix of skills training, shipboard training, and academic studies

Course Overview

• Program Courses: 40
• Communications Courses: 2
• Co-op Work Terms: 2

Program-Specific Courses

• Semester 1 Courses:
  • CHEM 1006 – Fuel Combustion Chemistry
  • ENGN 1001 – Basic Engineering Science
  • MARE 1040 – Marine Engine Plants
  • MARE 1043 – Marine Systems and Components Blueprint
  • MARE 1044 – Marine Plant Energy Distribution
  • MARE 1050 – Marine Auxiliary Systems
  • MATH 1039 – Introduction to Marine Engineering Technology Mathematics
  • Select 1 course from the communications list during registration

Related Programs

• Electrical Techniques
• Marine Technology – Navigation
• Mechanical Techniques – Marine Engine Mechanic
• Power Engineering Technology