Construction Engineering Technician - 451
Overview
Prepare for a career in the fast-paced construction environment. This program combines the theoretical and hands on practical training necessary for construction supervision, management and administration.
Program Highlights
- Practical and theoretical exercises will help you develop a complete understanding of the construction management process.
- A blended focus on commercial and residential construction.
- Access to industry experts and highly skilled experienced faculty team.
- On-site practical experiences and shop projects.
- Blended theory classes that are face-to-face and on-line.
What you'll learn
- Train in carpentry: hand and power tools, wood and wood products, wood joinery and fastening systems.
- Maintain focus on workplace safety, both personal protection and observing others.
- Develop plan reading, CAD, and visualization skills needed to interpret plans, create revisions, and build projects.
- Explore traditional building and construction materials for residential and commercial construction.
- Investigate modern and green alternatives for building sustainably.
- Develop project schedules, estimates and construction management techniques.
- Review major mechanical systems found in residential and commercial construction.
- Reinforce theoretical concepts with hands-on education consisting of labs and practical projects over four semesters.
Program Length
2 academic years (periods of 8 months)
Admission
Admission
- OSSD or equivalent (Mohawk Academic Upgrading, GED) including:
- Grade 12 English, C or U or equivalent
- Grade 12 Mathematics; C (MCT4C recommended) or U or equivalent
Language Requirements for Applicants with English as a Second Language
- See below for accepted equivalents for Grade 12 English:
- Successful completion of the GAS-English for Academic Purposes (478 or 278) program
- TOEFL minimum score of 550 (80 Internet based)
- or IELTS Academic minimum score of 6.0 overall with no band less than 5.5
- More information about acceptable certificates, can be found on the International Admission Requirements
Options are available for mature applicants.
Don't have the necessary requirements?
Tuition and Fees
Tuition and Fees
2024 - 2025 Domestic Tuition and Fees
| Description | Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Compulsory Ancillary Fees | $967.98 | $613.12 |
| Optional Ancillary Fees | $104.43 | $44.43 |
| Co-op Fees | N/A | N/A |
| Mandatory Program Fees | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Domestic Tuition | $1,354.04 | $1,354.04 |
Total Domestic Charges Per Semester | $2,322.02 | $1,967.16 |
| Total 1st Year Fees | $4,289.18 | |
Above fees based on full-time September program start date. Contact Student Services to confirm fees for other start dates or semesters.
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- Book costs for your program can be found through the Campus Store
- You will also be required to purchase safety equipment, tools/supplies and/or exam fees. Full details will be provided in your classes or at your orientation. This is an additional cost (above tuition/ancillary fees and textbooks).
2024 - 2025 International Tuition and Fees
| Description | Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Total Tuition & Ancillary Fee | $8,525.00 | $8,525.00 |
| Optional Ancillary Fees | $104.43 | $44.43 |
| Co-op Fees | N/A | N/A |
| Program Compulsory Fees | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| International Tax Recovery | $375.00 | $375.00 |
| Total International Charges Per Semester | $8,900.00 | $8,900.00 |
| Total 1st Year Fees | $17,800.00 | |
If you pay by wire transfer, please note your bank might charge you a fee to transfer money. Make sure your transfer includes the Mohawk payment and the wire transfer fee. This applies to each wire transfer payment you make.
- Explore payment options
- Book costs for your program can be found through the Campus Store
- You will also be required to purchase safety equipment, tools/supplies and/or exam fees. Full details will be provided in your classes or at your orientation. This is an additional cost (above tuition/ancillary fees and textbooks).
Additional Information
Financial Assistance
Financial Assistance
When it comes to paying for your education, investing in your future can be more affordable than you think. A Mohawk education is one of the most cost-effective means of acquiring the skills and knowledge you need to have a prosperous and rewarding career.
As you start on your chosen career path, it's important to have a realistic set of expectations regarding the expenses associated with attending college. In addition to your tuition fees, you will also need to budget for books, supplies, housing, and other related living expenses. You may be able to supplement your income and savings with scholarships, bursaries, or loans. It pays to do some research into what types of financial assistance you may qualify for.
Available Financial Assistance Resources:
OSAP Eligible. Learn about Ontario Student Assistance Program - OSAP (domestic students only)- Working on Campus
- Additional Sources of Funding
- Financial Assistance Home Page
Apply for Awards:
By submitting a Scholarships and Bursaries Application every semester, students have access to over $3 million in Mohawk College scholarships, bursaries and Ministry-partnered funding to help meet their financial needs.
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Whether saving for school, sticking to a budget, or planning for a major purchase, financial literacy affects us all. That's why Mohawk College is dedicated to helping students improve their financial literacy and become more confident in managing their money.
- Complete the free online Money Matters Module to earn Co-Curricular Credit!
- Financial Resources and Calculators
Program of Studies
Course Overview & Descriptions
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Experiential Learning
Experiential Learning
How you’ll gain skills
- Practical labs that will require teamwork, problem-solving, and execution of theoretical knowledge gained.
- Apply cumulative program knowledge through a capstone Construction management project.
To learn more, please visit the Centre for Experiential Learning.
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
Program Learning Outcomes, often referred to as ‘Program Standards', set out the essential learning that a student must achieve before being deemed ready to graduate.
In many cases these program learning outcomes were developed by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities (MCU) in consultation with employers and educators who are experts in the program field. To ensure the outcomes remain current and in line with industry needs, we invite our employers, graduates working in the field and current students to re-examine and update them during regular, ongoing program review focus groups.
Career Opportunities
Career Opportunities
Your future career options
- Construction Supervisors
- Construction Engineering Technicians
- Surveying Technicians
- Estimator/Project Scheduler
- Project Manager
- Carpentry Apprenticeship
Where you could work includes:
- Public and Private Construction Sectors
- Construction Trades and Apprenticeships
- General Contracting
- Residential and Commercial Construction
Educational Pathways
Educational Pathways
Pathways to Mohawk
If you've successfully taken a course at another post-secondary institution, you may be able to earn course exemptions toward your credential here at Mohawk.
If you have successfully completed one of the following programs at Mohawk, you may be eligible to receive transfer credit in this program. To start a new program at Mohawk, you must apply via ontariocolleges.ca.
Receiving Program
Construction Engineering Technician
Transfer to
You can transfer from the Construction Engineering Technician - 451 to the following programs:
Architectural Technician
Civil Engineering Technician
Construction Engineering Technician - Building Renovation
Architectural Technology
Civil Engineering Technology
Civil Engineering Technology - Transportation
Credit transfer agreements have been arranged to make it easier for students to move from Mohawk to another institution.
Transfer From Construction Engineering Technician To
Davenport University
6191 Kraft Ave SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
United States
Bachelor of Business Administration General Business - Option I
6191 Kraft Ave SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
United States
Mohawk College makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of each transfer opportunity. Please note that changes may occur in program offerings, admission requirements, and transfer credits granted by the receiving institutions. We advise all students to check with the receiving institution directly for the most up-to-date information.
Don’t see what you’re looking for? Search ONTransfer.ca for more pathways with Ontario public colleges and universities.
Mohawk College makes no warranty or endorsement of material contained within links to external websites, nor does the College assume any responsibility for the linked website or its contents.
Additional Information
Additional Information
Some travel required as selected face-to-face courses are held at Fennell Campus. For details, please contact the Program Coordinator (located in the Contact Us tab).
Faculty
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