Construction Engineering Technician - 451

Ontario College Diploma
Two years
The ideal combination of traditional technician theory and skilled trades practical training that provides a total construction perspective required for a career in construction supervision, management and administration.

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)

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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

Options are available for mature applicants.

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Tuition and Fees

2024 - 2025 Domestic Tuition and Fees

DescriptionSemester 1Semester 2
Compulsory Ancillary Fees$967.98$613.12
Optional Ancillary Fees$104.43$44.43
Co-op FeesN/AN/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.


2024 - 2025 International Tuition and Fees

DescriptionSemester 1Semester 2
Total Tuition & Ancillary Fee$8,525.00$8,525.00
Optional Ancillary Fees$104.43$44.43
Co-op FeesN/AN/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.

Additional Information

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.

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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.

Financial Literacy and Money Coaching:

Whether saving for school, sticking to a budget, or planning for a major purchase, financial literacy affects us all. That's why Mo' Money is committed to helping our students improve their money skills and become more confident with their money.

Course Overview & Descriptions

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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

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

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

 

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.

Receiving Program

Transfer to

You can transfer from the Construction Engineering Technician - 451 to the following programs:

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

Program Name
See below for Construction Engineering Technician pathways
Opportunity Details

Bachelor of Business Administration General Business - Option I

Location

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

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).

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