Chemical Laboratory Technology

Program Information

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Laboratory technologists are critical in many growing industries such as chemical products and materials, petroleum refineries, food processing, breweries, distilleries, pharmaceutical manufacturing and development, natural health products and the new cannabis sector.

New Exciting Opportunities in Chemical Laboratory Technology

Picture yourself in the exciting and exploding career of cannabis, ginseng and other natural health products. Part of a team making differences for people every day and in the future. Picture yourself as part of a team developing sustainable energy, bio-sourced plastics and composites, building a greener future for your children.

There are scientists required to analyze these technologies and conduct research to bring products to market. Lambton College's Chemical Laboratory Technology program will prepare you to work in these and other industries in a unique hands on way.

Unique Learning Opportunities

This program is a truly unique offering in the Ontario College System. The Chemical Laboratory Technology program builds on the curriculum of the Chemical Laboratory Technician, however does so by an entire term where students meet their learning outcomes by solving real world problems doing real world research. This unique project based hands-on curriculum in program's final year focuses on the areas of natural health products, including ginseng and cannabis, but also the chemistry of building environmentally sustainable solutions in bio-materials and energy.

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Admission Requirements

O.S.S.D. or equivalent with:

  • Grade 12 English C or U
  • Grade 12 Mathematics C or U
  • Grade 11 or 12 Chemistry C or U
  • Grade 11 or 12 Biology C or U (recommended)
  • Grade 11 or 12 Physics C or U (recommended)

Please Note: Grade 12 Mathematics for College Technology or any grade 12U mathematics is recommended; Grade 12 Foundations for College Mathematics (MAP4C) minimum final grade is 60%. If the program is highly competitive, students with Grade 12 Mathematics for College Technology or any Grade 12U mathematics will be given preference.

Mature applicants must be at least 19 years of age by the start of classes, be out of secondary school for at least one year and usually do not have a high school diploma. Mature applicant assessment for this program is available in the Counselling Department in the subject of English. The assessment(s) will demonstrate proficiency in required admission subjects. For all other admission requirements applicants must complete the required course(s) as listed above. For more information please contact the Counselling Department at ext 3412. Academic admission requirements can be obtained through Academic Upgrading and Pre-Programs at Lambton College.

 

The admissions process is competitive and meeting the minimum academic requirements does not guarantee admission.

Lambton College reserves the right to alter information including admission requirements and to cancel at any time a program or course; to change the location and/or term in which a program or course is offered; to change the program curriculum as necessary to meet current competencies or changes in the job market; to change the pathways third-party certification bodies; or to withdraw an offer of admission both prior to and after its acceptance by an applicant or student because of insufficient applications or registrations or over-acceptance of offers of admission. In the event Lambton College exercises such a right, Lambton College’s sole liability will be the return of monies paid by the applicant or student to Lambton College.

English Language Requirements

Applicants must demonstrate language proficiency by submitting one of the following scores:

  • IELTS of 6.5
  • TOEFL iBT 79
  • Passed Lambton Institute of English placement test 

Please Note: IELTS is the only proficiency score accepted by the Study Direct Stream (SDS) program. Additional country-specific requirements may also be applicable.

Meeting the minimum English requirements does not guarantee admission. Students with higher English proficiency scores will receive priority in the admission assessment process.

Technology Requirements

In order to keep pace with the requirements of each and every course in your program, it is mandatory to own a reliable laptop to complete tests and assignments.

Costs

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Tuition Fees

For more information regarding tuition, please contact international@lambtoncollege.ca.

Breakdown of fees for Sarnia
Term Amount
1 $7,549.43
2 $6,769.04
3 $7,332.48
4 $6,632.48
5 $0.00
6 $7,332.48
7 $6,632.48
Total $42,248.39

Tuition fees are estimates and are subject to change each academic year. Fees do not include books (unless specifically noted), supplies or living costs.   

Lambton College reserves the right to alter information including admission requirements and to cancel at any time a program or course; to change the location and/or term in which a program or course is offered; to change the program curriculum as necessary to meet current competencies or changes in the job market; to change the pathways third-party certification bodies; or to withdraw an offer of admission both prior to and after its acceptance by an applicant or student because of insufficient applications or registrations or over-acceptance of offers of admission. In the event Lambton College exercises such a right, Lambton College’s sole liability will be the return of monies paid by the applicant or student to Lambton College.

Additional Fees

Additional Costs
Item Cost
Calculator $24
Lab Coat $40
Safety Glasses $20
Lab Notebook $40

Important Dates, Deadlines & Late Fees

For additional information on registration dates, deadlines and late fees please refer to Registration Dates and Deadlines.

Medical Insurance

  • Medical Insurance Fee - $700 per year provided by guard.me
  • Medical Insurance is mandatory for all full-time, part-time, and co-op students of Lambton College. Medical insurance is provided by guard.me - a third-party insurance provider. Full-time, part-time and co-op students of Lambton College are not permitted to opt-out of the medical insurance fee as it is non-cancellable and non-transferable. Guard.me insurance costs are charged on an annual basis.
  • The health care insurance is for emergency health care coverage during one's study period and involves only a basic package. Not all medical conditions are covered and prospective students are strongly urged to review the coverage details prior to arriving in Canada. This will allow time to purchase additional coverage before departure, if needed.

Learn more about guard.me emergent and non-emergent health insurance coverage.