Automation and Robotics - Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technician
How To Apply
Program Details
- Program Code4105
- Ministry NameElectromechanical Engineering Technician
- SchoolSchool of Engineering Technology and Applied Science
- CredentialOntario College Diploma
- Program TypePost-secondary program
- Program Length2 years/ 4 semesters
- Delivery ModeIn-person
- LocationProgress Campus
- Emailamat@centennialcollege.ca
- Telephone416-289-5000, ext. 52356
Program Availability
- Program Overview
- Courses
- Career Options and Education Pathways
- Admission Requirements
- How to Apply
- Tuition and Fees
- Program Vocational Learning Outcomes
- Advising
Through the Electromechanical Engineering Technician - Automation and Robotics program, you'll gain the knowledge to build a rewarding career in the automation and robotics field. This college diploma program will focus on automated systems, which are at the heart of virtually all advanced manufacturing and other industry sectors.
The technician program's courses will be comprehensive and emphasize the basic technology used in building and operating automated industrial systems: robotics, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), hydraulics, pneumatics, electricity and electronics. Along the way, you'll acquire a thorough understanding of theory, along with practical, hands-on laboratory experience.
Transfer and Requirements
This applied science program will allow you to graduate as a Technician after two years or continue for additional study and co-op work experience in Centennial's three-year Automation and Robotics Technology program. If you wish to transfer to the Technology option and obtain an advanced diploma, you must complete MATH-231 (Differential Calculus with Analytic Geometry) and MATH-232 (Integral Calculus) prior to Semester 5.
Please note:
- The official ministry name for this program is Electromechanical Engineering Technician
- Some courses may be offered in an online/hybrid format.
Program Overview
Through the Electromechanical Engineering Technician - Automation and Robotics program, you'll gain the knowledge to build a rewarding career in the automation and robotics field. This college diploma program will focus on automated systems, which are at the heart of virtually all advanced manufacturing and other industry sectors.
The technician program's courses will be comprehensive and emphasize the basic technology used in building and operating automated industrial systems: robotics, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), hydraulics, pneumatics, electricity and electronics. Along the way, you'll acquire a thorough understanding of theory, along with practical, hands-on laboratory experience.
Transfer and Requirements
This applied science program will allow you to graduate as a Technician after two years or continue for additional study and co-op work experience in Centennial's three-year Automation and Robotics Technology program. If you wish to transfer to the Technology option and obtain an advanced diploma, you must complete MATH-231 (Differential Calculus with Analytic Geometry) and MATH-232 (Integral Calculus) prior to Semester 5.
Please note:
- The official ministry name for this program is Electromechanical Engineering Technician
- Some courses may be offered in an online/hybrid format.
Courses
Career Options and Education Pathways
Program Highlights
- In-depth study is provided, from fundamental to advanced systems.
- You gain hands-on experience in robotics, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), hydraulics, pneumatics, electricity and electronics.
- Widely-used technologies included in the offering are applicable to many different industries.
- The program has key-school status with the Canadian Fluid Power Association (CFPA) and the U.S.-based Fluid Power Education Foundation (FPEF).
- The program is accredited by the Technology Accreditation Canada(TAC) and recognized by the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists
- A strong on-campus Automation and Robotics Student Society organizes events such as career nights and industrial visits.
Career Outlook
- Robotics technician
- PLC technician
- Electromechanical assembler
- Electromechanical maintenance technician
- Electromechanical technician
- Fluid power technician
- Inside sales professional
- Field service technician
Education Pathways
Successful graduates of this Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technician - Automation and Robotics diploma program have the opportunity to apply learning achieved at Centennial toward credits at the degree level. Listed below are the degrees from partnering institutions that are available for this program.
Please note that each pathway has minimum admission requirements in order to qualify for transfer credits, which are assessed by the partner institution.
| Partner Institution | Degree Program |
|---|---|
| Algoma University | Honours Bachelor of Arts in multiple majors |
| Bachelor or Honours Bachelor of Science in multiple majors | |
| Honours Bachelor of Computer Science | |
| Algonquin College | Honours Bachelor of Automation and Robotics |
| Athabasca University | Bachelor of Science Post diploma with major or no major |
| Lakehead University | Honours or Bachelor Degree in any major |
| Laurentian University | Bachelor or Honours Bachelor of Arts in multiple majors |
| Nipissing University | Bachelor or Honours Bachelor of Arts in multiple majors |
| Ontario Tech University | Honours Bachelor of Arts in Educational Studies |
| Ottawa, University of | Honours Bachelor of Commerce |
| Seneca Polytechnic | Honours Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies |
| Sheridan College | Honours Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering |
| York University | Bachelor or Honours Bachelor degree in multiple majors |
| Honours Bachelor of Computer Science | |
| Honours Bachelor of Environmental Studies (3- or 4-years) | |
| Honours Bachelor of Science |
Please visit our website at //centennial.adv-pub.moveonca.com/outgoing-home/ for more information on articulation agreements.
For pathways to other Ontario post-secondary institutions, please visit ONTransfer.
Recognitions
OACETT
The Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT) recognizes this TAC nationally-accredited program as meeting the academic standard for certification in the Certified Technician (C.Tech.) category as well as the OACETT language benchmark requirement.
Accreditation
TAC
This program has met the national educational standards of Canada's engineering technology and applied science profession, as such, has received national program accreditation by Technology Accreditation Canada (TAC).
Please note: The qualification requirements and costs for each external accreditation, designation, certification or recognition are set by the granting body — not by Centennial College. In order to qualify for any external accreditations, designations, certifications or recognition, students and graduates will need to follow the processes and meet the applicable requirements listed on the websites and in the materials of those external bodies.
Areas of Employment
Knowledge is highly portable and qualifying graduates can work in a variety of industries. Graduates are in high demand throughout the manufacturing sector, including:
- Automotive
- Food
- Plastics injection molding
- Pharmaceuticals
- Packaging
- Aircraft
- Communications
- Telecommunications
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, or mature student status (19 years or older)
- Grade 12 English (C or U), or equivalent (minimum grade required), or take the Centennial English Admission Test.
- Grade 11 Mathematics (M or U) or Grade 12 Mathematics (C or U), or equivalent (minimum grade required), or take a Centennial College Engineering Math Skills Assessment for Admission
Additional Requirements
How to Apply
1. Apply Online
Domestic Students
If you are applying through the Better Jobs Ontario Program, please apply at the Employment Training Centre (Progress Campus). The Better Jobs Ontario Program is a funding initiative for those who have been laid-off and are in need of training. For more information go to Better Jobs Ontario Program.
If you have previously attended a full-time program at Centennial College, you may be eligible for a Program Transfer. Visit Enrolment Services at any Campus for information.
All other applicants must apply online at Ontariocolleges.ca. A non-refundable application fee of $125 must accompany applications. The fee is payable online, by telephone, online banking, by mail, or in-person to Ontariocolleges.ca. For more information go to Ontariocolleges.ca Application Fees.
International Students
Apply directly to Centennial College here.
2. Submit Documents
Domestic Applicants
Current Ontario high school students and graduates from Ontario high schools: Notify your guidance counsellor that you have applied to college and your school will forward transcripts to Centennial College via Ontariocolleges.ca.
Graduates of college/university, or high school outside Ontario but within Canada: You are responsible for requesting that your educational institute sends any required documents and transcripts to Ontariocolleges.ca.
Domestic applicants who attended school outside of Canada: If you are submitting transcripts to meet admission requirements, you must have the transcripts assessed by an independent credential assessment agency such as World Education Services (WES) or International Credential Assessment Service (ICAS). For more information go to Submitting your Transcripts.
International Applicants
Please refer to the International Education Application Guide.
3. Confirm Your Offer of Admission
Offers of Admission are sent by mail to eligible applicants. When you receive your offer, you must login to your account at Ontariocolleges.ca and confirm before the Deadline to Confirm noted in your offer letter.
You may confirm only one college and one program offer at a time.
You must confirm your offer by the Deadline to Confirm noted in your Offer of Admission letter or your seat may be given to another applicant.
When you confirm your Offer of Admission at Centennial College you are given access to your personal myCentennial account where you can check your email, grades, register for courses, pay tuition fees, and see your class timetable.
4. Pay Fees
Centennial fees statements are sent by email to your personal email account and to your myCentennial email account. Fees statements are not mailed.
You must make a minimum payment by the Fees Deadline noted in your Fees Statement or your seat may be given to another applicant.
5. Build Your Timetable (Register for Courses)
Build your timetable (web-register for courses) at my.centennialcollege.ca.
Fall registration begins mid-July
January registration begins mid-December
May registration begins mid-April
Your web-registration will not open if:
You have not submitted your minimum fee payment by the deadline
You received a Conditional Offer of Admission and you have not met the conditions of your offer.
Once you have paid your fees or have made appropriate arrangements, register for your courses online through myCentennial.
Tuition and Fees
Fees noted below are estimates only. Tuition is based on two semesters, beginning Fall 2024.
| Student | Tuition (2 Semesters) | Ancillary Fees | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canadian | $2,721.00 | $1,274.69 | $3,995.69 |
| International | $17,722.00 | $1,762.87 | $19,484.87 |
Program Vocational Learning Outcomes
Program Vocational Learning Outcomes
Program Vocational Learning Outcomes describe what graduates of the program have demonstrated they can do with the knowledge and skills they have achieved during their studies. The outcomes are closely tied to the needs of the workplace. Through assessment (e.g., assignments and tests), students verify their ability to reliably perform these outcomes before graduating.
- Fabricate and build electrical, electronic, and mechanical components and assemblies in accordance with operating standards, job requirements, and specifications.
- Interpret and produce electrical, electronic, and mechanical drawings and other related technical documents and graphics for a variety of stakeholders in compliance with industry standards.
- Select and use a variety of troubleshooting techniques and equipment to assess, maintain, and repair electromechanical circuits, equipment, processes, systems, and subsystems.
- Maintain and repair electrical, electronic, and mechanical components, equipment, and systems to ensure that they function according to specifications and to optimize production.
- Support the design and production of mechanical components by assisting in the specification of manufacturing materials and processes.
- Apply, analyze, build, install, commission, and troubleshoot a variety of mechanical, electrical, and electronic control systems, logic and digital circuits, passive AC and DC circuits, and active circuits.
- Install and troubleshoot basic computer hardware and programming to support the electromechanical engineering environment.
- Maintain and troubleshoot automated equipment including robotic systems.
- Establish and maintain inventory, records, and documentation systems to meet organizational and industry standards and requirements.
- Select and purchase electromechanical equipment, components, and systems that fulfill job requirements and functional specifications.
- Assist in applying quality control and quality assurance program procedures to meet organizational standards and requirements.
- Work in compliance with relevant industry standards, laws and regulations, codes, policies, and
- Develop strategies for ongoing personal and professional development to enhance work performance and to remain current in the field and responsive to emergent technologies and national and international standards.
- Contribute as an individual and a member of an electromechanical engineering team to the effective completion of tasks and projects.
- Support project management activities such as planning, implementation and evaluation of projects, and monitoring of resources, timelines, and expenditures as required.
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