Mechanical Technician – Precision Skills
Program information
Program description
This program provides students with opportunities to acquire precision skills that are in high demand within the advanced manufacturing sector. Students learn to safely set-up and operate conventional machine tools and other complex machining equipment, such as CNC lathes, mills and accessories. They develop the knowledge and skills to manufacture components, assist with design of jigs and fixtures, tools, moulds and dies and perform troubleshooting to enact repairs on production tooling. Through experiential learning opportunities, students use accurate measuring and testing methods to ensure precision in a variety of manufactured components.
Intake information
| Start date | Campus |
|---|---|
| Summer 2023 | Barrie |
| Fall 2023 | Barrie |
Tuition and fees
- Visit our tuition and fees page for detailed information on the cost to attend Georgian.
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Work-integrated learning
- This program includes a co-op work term component where you’ll gain experience in a workplace related to your field of study.
- Learn about types of work-integrated learning at Georgian.
What are the admission requirements for the Mechanical Technician – Precision Skills program?
Mechanical Technician – Precision Skills admission requirements
OSSD or equivalent with
- Grade 12 English (C or U)
- any Grade 111 or 12 Mathematics (C, M, or U)
1
Minimum of 60% in Grade 11 College or University level Mathematics (MBF3C or MCF3M)
Mature students, non-secondary school applicants (19 years or older), and home school applicants may also be considered for admission. Eligibility may be met by applicants who have taken equivalent courses, upgrading, completed their GED, and equivalency testing. For complete details refer to: www.georgiancollege.ca/admissions/academic-regulations/
Pathways
Applicants who have taken courses from a recognized and accredited post-secondary institution and/or have relevant life/learning experience may also be considered for admission; refer to the Credit for Prior Learning website for details:
www.georgiancollege.ca/admissions/credit-transfer/
What career paths can I take in CNC machining?
Your Mechanical Technician – Precision Skills diploma gives you many career opportunities
This program prepares the graduate for the Aerospace, Energy, Mining, and Automotive industries, along with advanced manufacturing facilities. Career path options include CNC Programmers, CNC Set-Up Technicians, Tool and Die Makers, Mould Makers, Millwrights and General Machinists, as well as many other precision manufacturing opportunities. As employees, responsibilities may include design, custom production, maintenance and troubleshooting of complex tooling, moulds, dies and/or related tooling. Demand in Canada for individuals with excellent precision skills is typically high.
Accreditation
Co-operative Education and Work-Integrated Learning Canada (CEWIL Canada)
This program is accredited by Co-operative Education and Work-Integrated Learning Canada (CEWIL Canada), formerly Canadian Association for Co-operative Education (CAFCE),
This accreditation represents the highest standard of achievement for co-operative education programs in Canada, and recognizes Georgian’s commitment to quality in co-op education.
Experiential learning opportunities
Experience Georgian: Inside the machine shop
If you like working with your hands, the machine shop is the place for you.
In this video, professor Mike Zacharko and his student Nicholas demonstrate a typical class assignment. Starting with nothing, they inject calculations and creativity into their drawing, mill the metal, and assemble the pieces to produce a toy car. Watch their progress from start to finish.
What courses are included in the Mechanical Technician – Precision Skills diploma program?
Course overview
16 Program Courses
2 Communications Courses
3 General Education Courses
1 Co-op Work Term
Program-specific courses
Semester 1 courses are listed below. For a full list of courses in the program including course descriptions, view the Mechanical Technician – Precision Skills program outline.
- CNCT 1013 – CNC Applications 1
- MATH 1042 – Mathematics for Mechanical Technician
- TDIE 1001 – Basic Machine Tool Application
- TDIE 1013 – Basic Machine Tool Theory
- TDIE 1015 – Interpreting Engineering Drawings
- Select 1 course from the communications list during registration.
Your course delivery method(s)
In person
This program is delivered fully in person and requires you to attend campus.
Learn MORE about program delivery methods
Please note, delivery methods are based on planning for the upcoming semester and are subject to change.
