Mechanical Engineering Technology Access (Certificate)

Total Credits:	36
Credential:	Certificate in Mechanical Engineering Technology Access
Program Code:	MENG.ACC.CERT
CIP:	14.0102

Overview

This 8-month program is designed for students interested in the Mechanical Engineering Technology program who do not currently meet the admission requirements or who wish to refresh their skills before entering the diploma program. While upgrading their academic credentials and learning skills, students will have the opportunity to take one or more courses which will give credit towards the Mechanical Engineering Technology diploma.

Opportunities for Academic Advancement

Students who complete this program will have a seat reserved for them in the next intake of the Mechanical Engineering Technology program.

Admissions

One of:

C in English 10
C in English 10 Camosun Alternative

And one of:

B in Principles of Math 10 or Foundations of Math & Pre-calculus 10
C in Principles of Math 11 or Pre-calculus 11
C in MATH 073
C in MATH 137
B in MATH 053
B in MATH 072
B in MATH 135

Learning Outcomes

At the completion of the program, students will be able to:

Demonstrate good use of skills in time management, exam preparation, problem solving, and other learning skills in order to be success in Technology.
Create technical documents using word processing software that correctly apply grammar and accepted workplace writing styles.
Show competency in core algebra and precalculus topics sufficient for entry into applied calculus.
Solve problems in core physics and chemistry topics and utilize scientific laboratory skills at a level sufficient for entry into the Mechanical Engineering Technology program.
Solve engineering problems using spreadsheets and produce formatted documents using office software.
Apply skills in the areas of manufacturing, engineering drawing, fluid power or building systems, depending on the elective courses taken.

Curriculum

Year One

Academic Term One

All of:

COMP 156 - Computer Concepts Credits: 3
ENGL 130 - Preparatory Technical Writing Credits: 3
MATH 139 - Algebra,Triangle Trigonometry, & Geometry Credits: 4
PHYS 101 - Introduction to Physics Credits: 4

One of:

MENG 131 - Fluid Power Credits: 3 ^*
MENG 141 - Manufacturing Processes 1 Credits: 3 ^*
TEAC 105 - Explorations in Technology Credits: 3

Academic Term Two

All of:

CHEM 175 - Chemistry Essentials for Civil/Mech Credits: 3
ENGL 170 - Technical & Professional Communication 1 Credits: 3 ^*
LRNS 102 - Learning Skills for Technology Credits: 2
MATH 107 - Applied Precalculus Credits: 4
PHYS 104 - General College Physics 1 Credits: 4

One of:

MENG 152 - Engineering Graphics and Modelling Credits: 3 ^*
MENG 162 - Building Systems Credits: 3 ¹

Note:

* Carries credit into the Mechanical Engineering Technology program.

Program Completion Requirements

To graduate from this program, students must:

obtain a “COM” in LRNS 102 and a “C” or higher in CHEM 175 , ENGL 130 , MATH 139 , MATH 107 , PHYS 101 , and PHYS 104 .