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Bachelor of Technology

McMaster University
Hamilton , Canada
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Bachelors
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Biomedical Engineering | Chemical Engineering | Civil Engineering
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Engineering
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Program Overview

Bachelor of Technology Program Overview

The Bachelor of Technology (BTech) program is designed to position students at the forefront of change in engineering industries. With a unique blend of theory and practice, students spend more than 750 hours in lab settings applying engineering principles to develop innovative technical solutions. Guided by industry advisory committees and taught by professors with relevant experience, each of the three BTech programs is geared to tackle technological change head-on.


Program Structure

  • The BTech program offers three direct entry programs:
    • Automation Systems Engineering Technology
    • Automotive and Vehicle Engineering Technology
    • Biotechnology
  • Students earn a BTech Degree from McMaster University, as well as an Advanced Technology Diploma and Business Management Certificate from Mohawk College.
  • 100% of BTech students graduate with co-op, gaining at least 12 months of work experience.

Co-op, Career, and Experiences

The Centre for Career Growth and Experience provides comprehensive support, offering the knowledge and opportunities needed to build career confidence. The Centre has a suite of offerings, including co-op programs across all engineering disciplines, dynamic student engagement initiatives, and support for experiential learning opportunities like clubs and teams.


How Co-op Works

  • Students start with an introductory career planning and employment course in their first year.
  • The Centre connects with over 1,000 employers, bringing them directly to students through workshops and events.
  • Co-op terms can start as early as the summer after the first year, with opportunities for four-month, eight-month, 12-month, or 16-month co-op experiences.

Student Opportunities

  • Skill-building experiences: Students can participate in technical challenges or community-based clubs to develop essential skills like leadership, communication, and problem-solving.
  • The Hatch Centre: A 28,000-sq ft space for brainstorming, collaboration, and bringing ideas to life.
  • Academic credit: Students can earn course credit for participating in technical and non-technical clubs and teams.

Global Impact

  • Global connections: McMaster has international student communities representing over 100 countries and research partnerships with universities worldwide.
  • Groundbreaking research: Mac Eng is one of Canada’s most research-intensive Faculties, leading advancements in various fields.
  • Inspiring innovation: On-campus incubators support aspiring entrepreneurs, with many budding businesses connected to The Forge@Mac and The Clinic.

Entrance Scholarships

The Faculty of Engineering offers over $2,500,000 in entrance scholarships and research awards to students entering a Level 1 Faculty of Engineering program. Scholarships are available for domestic and international students, with one application required to be considered for all eligible awards.


Typical First-Year Courses

  • Automation Systems Engineering Technology: Courses include Chemistry, Python Programming, Electricity and Electronics I, Mathematics I, and more.
  • Automotive and Vehicle Engineering Technology: Courses include Chemistry, Python Programming, Electricity and Electronics I, Mathematics I, and more.
  • Biotechnology: Courses include Chemistry, Python Programming, Electricity and Electronics I, Mathematics I, and more.

Beyond First Year

  • Automation Systems Engineering Technology: Students learn to build complex electronic systems, integrating knowledge from chemical, mechanical, electrical, and computer engineering.
  • Automotive and Vehicle Engineering Technology: Students prepare to enhance vehicle safety, speed, cleanliness, and sustainability, with a systems perspective integrating mechanical, electrical, computer science, mechatronics, and materials engineering disciplines.
  • Biotechnology: Students study genetic engineering, cell biology, molecular biology, microbiology, analytical instrumentation, and bioprocessing, combining a strong theoretical foundation with extensive lab experience.

Potential Program Courses

For a full list of courses available in this program, please consult the academic calendar.


Admissions

  • Students apply directly to their desired program.
  • Admission requirements and criteria are available through the Admission Requirements Tool.
  • The Faculty of Engineering offers various scholarships and research awards to incoming students.
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