Labs and Simulation Spaces

The Additive Manufacturing Innovation Centre is a specialized facility focused on advanced 3D printing and additive manufacturing technologies. It supports applied learning, research, and industry collaboration by enabling students to design, produce, and test complex components using cutting-edge equipment. The centre helps develop job-ready skills for careers in advanced manufacturing and emerging technologies.

The AutoCAD Lab supports hands-on learning in computer-aided design and drafting. Students develop technical drawing, modeling, and documentation skills using industry-standard AutoCAD software. Through practical projects, the lab prepares students to produce accurate designs used in engineering, architecture, and manufacturing environments.

The Automation Lab provides hands-on experience with automated systems used in modern industrial environments. Students learn to program, operate, and troubleshoot equipment such as PLCs, sensors, and control systems. Through applied, project-based learning, the lab builds practical skills for careers in automation, manufacturing, and industrial technology.

In this lab students from all three aviation technician programs-Aircraft Maintenance Aircraft Structures and Avionics Maintenance-learn the hand skills required to maintain and repair aircraft metal structure. The skills taught in this lab prepare students to work in all areas of aviation: aircraft manufacturing, aircraft repair and overhaul.

Avionics include the many electronic components used for communications, navigation and the display and management of multiple aircraft systems and functions—everything from a simple searchlight for a police helicopter to a complicated tactical system for an airborne early warning platform.

The Canadian Institute for Non-Destructive Evaluation (CINDE) is the not-for-profit/charitable, member-based technical society dedicated to the people and companies engaged in the business of non-destructive evaluation (NDE), non-destructive testing (NDT) and inspection.

Used for sampling, analysis, and instrumental techniques across chemistry, biotechnology, and environmental programs, featuring new HPLC units that support advanced analytical training.

A process-oriented space where students work with unit operations such as evaporation, drying, and pilot-plant scale equipment to simulate industrial chemical manufacturing.

The Cisco Network & Hardware Lab gives students hands-on experience building, configuring, and troubleshooting real-world networks. Using industry-standard Cisco equipment, students learn how hardware, routing, switching, and security work together to keep systems connected and secure. This applied learning environment helps students develop practical skills that mirror today's IT and networking workplaces.