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Mechanical Engineering Technology

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  • School of Engineering Technology
  • Duration: Three Years
  • Start Date: September 2023

    This program is currently undergoing a program review, which may result in some courses being changed, removed, and/or re-sequenced.

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Locations & Delivery Modes

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On Campus: All courses in this program will be delivered onsite at a CNA campus or at an approved location. Some courses may have online elements.
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Blended: Some courses, or parts of courses, in this program will be delivered onsite at a CNA campus or at an approved location, while other courses, or parts of courses, will be delivered online or virtually to students at another location.
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Online Synchronous: Delivered fully online with live, scheduled videoconference classes. The instructor and the students in the course engage with the course content and each other at the same time, from different locations.
Ridge Road - On Campus delivery

Description


Mechanical Engineering Technologists develop a diverse technical background, good "hands-on" skills, and excellent people skills. Students will be engaging in emerging trends and the latest innovations in new technologies, building design and building operations. Students will be immersed in Mechatronics, Technical Modeling, Building Operations, Mechanical Building Systems and Machine Design.
 
These attributes make them well suited to employment in a wide variety of industries in both field and management related roles.
 
Graduates completing this program are automatically eligible for membership in the Association of Engineering Technicians and Technologists of Newfoundland and Labrador (AETTNL), as well as any similar association in Canada.
 
Upon completion of this program, graduates may choose to further their education by completing a bachelor degree in technology or engineering at one of several institutions that have articulation agreements with College of the North Atlantic.

ACCREDITATION
This program is accredited by the Canadian Technology Accreditation Board under the mandate of the Canadian Council of Technicians and Technologists. The academic credentials of graduates of accredited technology programs are recognized internationally by the signatories of the Sydney Accord.

OBJECTIVES
Upon successful completion of the Mechanical Engineering Technology program, graduates will have the knowledge and skill that will allow him/her to:
 
1.  Apply fundamental principles for machine design and operation.
2.  Create mechanical working drawings and computer based models of mechanical systems using AutoCAD and related engineering analysis software including REVIT.
3.  Assist in the design, installation, implementation, operation, maintenance, and management of power generation systems, Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems, and general mechanical support systems which are required for petroleum production systems, petroleum refineries, processing plants, office buildings and residences.
4.  Design and create components using vacuum forming, 3D printing, injection molding and laser cutting processes.
5.  Program and perform maintenance on robotics for automation applications.

CURRICULUM
General education consisting of Project Management Skills (theoretical and applied), Communication Skills (oral and written), Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Electrotechnology, Computers, Engineering Graphics, Technology Awareness, and Student Success.
 
Specific education consisting of discipline-specific courses such as Mechanics, Strengths, Thermodynamics, , Machine Design, Hydraulics and Pneumatics, Economics, Engineering Management, Quality Assurance, Maintenance, Machining Process Controls and Technological Thesis (Design Project).
 
Practical education employing labs and shops focused on Engineering Graphics, Materials & Processes, Machine Shop Practices, and Computer Numerical Control (CNC).
 
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
The broad base of competencies acquired through this program of study prepares graduates for careers in a wide variety of industries including the petroleum sector, mining, electrical power generation, food processing, manufacturing, and engineering consulting.
 
Graduates with two years of progressive work experience may be eligible to receive the designation of Professional Technologist (P. Tech) upon completion of a Professional Practice and Ethics Exam.

CERTIFICATIONS
In addition to the formal courses listed in the program of studies, students in the Mechanical Engineering Technology program are required to obtain the following external certifications throughout the program:
- Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)
- Standard First Aid/Heart Start
 
*Students should be aware that additional fees may apply to external certifications.

ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
Eligibility for admission to an Engineering Technology program requires the applicant to meet one of the following four academic criteria:
 
1.  High School
High School Graduation Certificate with a 60% overall average in the following (or equivalent):
i. English (2 credits) (minimum 60%) from: 3201
ii.  Mathematics (4 credits) chosen from:
Advanced:  2200, 3200 (50% minimum in each course)
Academic:  2201 (50% minimum), 3201 (60% minimum)
Note: Students who received a combined average of 70% in high school Academic Mathematics 2201 and 3201, or a pass in both high school
Advanced Mathematics 2200 and 3200 can be exempted from Math 1700. Students must apply for the exemption.
iii. Science (4 credits) two of which must be selected from:
Biology: 3201
Physics: 3204
Chemistry: 3202
Earth Systems: 3209
Note: The remaining two Science credits to be chosen from the highest Science mark in level 1, 2 or 3.
2.  Comprehensive Arts and Science (CAS) Transition
Comprehensive Arts and Science (Transition) Certificate with the following courses:
i. Math (60% MINIMUM) MA1040
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, MA1041
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ii. Two Science courses chosen from one of the following three combinations:
a. Introductory Biology: BL1020
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, BL1021
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b. Introductory Chemistry: CH1030
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, CH1031
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c. Introductory Physics: PH1050
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, PH1051
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Note: It is strongly recommended that CAS students who intend to enroll in Engineering Technology programs complete both of the Chemistry courses and both of the Physics courses.
3.  Adult Basic Education (ABE)
Adult Basic Education (Level III) Graduation with Degree and Technical Profile including the following courses (or equivalent):
i. English (60% minimum) 3101A, 3101B, 3101C or 3102A, 3102B, 3102C
ii. Mathematics (60% minimum) 1101A, 1101B, 1101C, 2101A, 2101B, 2101C, 3101A, 3101B, 3101C
iii. Science from one of the following sections:
a. Biology 1101, 2101A, 2101B, 2101C, 3101A, 3101B, 3101C
b. Chemistry 1102, 2102A, 2102B, 2102C, 3102A, 3102B, 3102C
c. Physics 1104, 2104A, 2104B, 2104C, 3104A, 3104B, 3104C
Applicants with Adult Basic Education (Level III) Graduation with a different Profile may be eligible for admission to the program provided the appropriate selection of courses including those outlined above have been completed.
4.  Mature Student Requirements
Applicants who do not meet the education prerequisites for this program, are 19 years at the time of application and out of school for at least one year may be considered on an individual basis under the Mature Student Requirements; for more information regarding the Mature Student Requirements please refer to Procedure AC-102-PR Admission.

International Applicants – English Proficiency
All international applicants must meet the College’s English language proficiency requirements for acceptance into regular programs. The College will accept these recognized tests of English language proficiency (TOEFL paper based 550, TOEFL Internet based 79, TOEFL computer based 213 or equivalent, IELTS Academic Test overall band score of 6.0, or Pearson PTE 53 or greater, etc.).
If a language proficiency test other than those referenced above was used, applicants can forward for assessment.
If an international applicant has attended an educational institution (high school or post-secondary) for a period of three years or more where the official language of instruction was English, the English language proficiency test will not be required.
Note: Some programs may require specific English language requirements and proficiency scores that differ from those stated above; therefore international applicants are advised to please refer to the specific program admission requirements as identified in the College Calendar.
 



 

Courses


CODE TITLE Hrs/wk
Semester 1 and 2 - Refer to Engineering Technology (First Year)    
         
Semester 3 (Intersession) Cr Le La
TM1310
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Technical Modeling - Mechanical Drawings 2 1 2
TM1320
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Technical Modeling - 3D Modeling 2 1 2
MH1300
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Building Operations I 2 2 1
SP2450
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OHS Management Systems 3 3 0
SP1200
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Machine Shop Practice 1 0 3
The Course and Lab hours per week are based on a 15 week semester.  In intersession, the Course and Lab hours will be adjusted to reflect the shorter semester length.  Refer to course outline.
         
Semester 4 (Fall) Cr Le La
CF1100
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Materials and Processes I 3 3 1
CF2100
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Mechanics of Solids: Statics 3 3 1
ME1400
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Mechatronics I - PLC 3 2 2
MA2100
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Mathematics 5 5 0
MH2100
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Building Operations II 3 3 1
SP1730
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CNC Machining I 3 3 1
TD2100
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Thermodynamics 3 3 1
         
Semester 5 (Winter) Cr Le La
CF1120
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Materials and Processes II 3 3 1
FM2100
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Fluid Mechanics 3 3 1
FM3100
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Fluid Power 3 3 1
MA2130
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Applied Mathematics 5 5 0
CF2511
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Strength of Materials 3 3 1
MH2830
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Mechanical Building Systems I - HVAC 3 3 1
TD2140
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Thermodynamics 3 3 1
         
Semester 6 (Intersession) Cr Le La
FM3200
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Machine Design I 3 3 1
ME2400
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Mechatronics II - Automation 3 2 2
FM2340
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Fluid Dynamics 3 3 1
The Course and Lab hours per week are based on a 15 week semester.  In intersession, the Course and Lab hours will be adjusted to reflect the shorter semester length.  Refer to course outline.
         
Semester 7 (Fall) Cr Le La
SP1835
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Applied Statistics and Quality Control 4 3 2
PR2770
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Capstone Project I (Seminar) P/F 1 0
CF3100
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Mechanics of Solids: Dynamics 3 3 1
TD3140
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Heat Transfer 3 3 1
MH3350
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Mechanical Building Systems II 4 4 1
CM2800
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Oral/Written Communications Skills 3 3 0
SP1420
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Asset Maint. & Reliability 3 2 2
         
Semester 8 (Winter) Cr Le La
PR3150
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Project Management and Financial Analysis 4 4 0
ME3400
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Mechatronics III - Robotics 3 2 2
FM3220
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Machine Design II 3 3 1
SP2370
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Quality Assurance 3 3 0
SE1010
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Fire Protection 3 3 0
MH4610
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Mechanical Building Systems III 3 3 0
PR2772
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Capstone Project II 4 3 0
TD3100
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Thermodynamics 3 3 1


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College of the North Atlantic reserves the right to cancel or alter the delivery date and location of any program offering and delivery method, and will do so in a timely manner in order to minimize the impact on applicants.

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