Mechanical technology is a cornerstone of sophisticated and advanced economies. Students in this program are learning the skills to apply scientific and engineering principles to solve mechanical engineering related problems. They are also undertaking the design and fabrication of mechanical apparatus and systems. These include automation and control systems, manufacturing processes and material handling.

Program Learning Outcomes

The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:

• monitor compliance with current legislation, standards, regulations and guidelines;
• plan, co-ordinate, implement and evaluate quality control and quality assurance procedures to meet organizational standards and requirements;
• monitor and encourage compliance with current health and safety legislation, as well as organizational practices and procedures;
• develop and apply sustainability best practices in workplaces;
• use current and emerging technologies to implement mechanical engineering projects;
• analyze and solve complex mechanical problems by applying mathematics and fundamentals of mechanical engineering;
• prepare, analyze, evaluate and modify mechanical engineering drawings and other related technical documents;
• design and analyze mechanical components, processes and systems by applying fundamentals of mechanical engineering;
• design, manufacture and maintain mechanical components according to required specifications;
• establish and verify the specifications of materials, processes and operations for the design and production of mechanical components;
• plan, implement and evaluate projects by applying project management principles;
• develop strategies for ongoing personal and professional development to enhance work performance;
• apply business principles to design and engineering practices;
• apply basic entrepreneurial strategies to identify and respond to new opportunities.

Practical Experience

All co-operative education programs at Georgian contain mandatory work term experiences aligned with program learning outcomes. Co-op work terms are designed to integrate academic learning with work experience, supporting the development of industry specific competencies and employability skills.

Career opportunities

Graduates may find a range of occupations in many industrial sectors including automotive, aerospace, advanced automation, natural resources and processing. They may participate in an engineer-technologist-technician team in mechanical consulting, manufacturing or mechanical design and maintenance. Careers are possible in machine and fixture building, manufacturing and production, quality assurance, testing, manufacturing management, technical sales and service. Specific industries may include automotive parts and assembly, metal fabricating and machining, and machine building.

Work Integrated Learning: 3 Co-op Work Terms