Engineering Technology: The college offers a common first year in Engineering Technology. This allows students to complete the first two semesters of the engineering technology program that they have been accepted to. After completing the first two semesters, students must enter the campus which offers the program of their choice to complete the seven week Intersession (May, June), and the subsequent years of their program.

Architectural Engineering Technology:

The Architectural Engineering Technology program has been developed in response to provincial needs with input from professionals associated with the design and construction of buildings. Projects and assignments are designed to be as close as possible to the type of work graduates will encounter when entering the workforce.

Every effort is made to expose the student to the latest technology. Computers are used as a tool in problem solving in many technical courses. Microcomputers, computer aided drafting (CAD) equipment, and a variety of architectural and engineering software packages are made available to students to carry out their projects and assignments.

As a graduate of the Architectural Engineering Technology program, graduates will have the knowledge and skill that will allow them to: • Prepare complete sets of architectural drawings and related documentation for residential and commercial construction/renovation projects. • Have a complete understanding of the basic architectural principles in building design and detailing. • Apply the principles of building science and construction engineering to analyze and solve technical problems for construction projects. • Understand the relationship between architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, and environmental building systems. • Apply the principles of project management to planning, scheduling, and monitoring of project development. • Communicate effectively with clients, contractors, other building professionals and municipal authorities during the design and construction of the building project. • Apply knowledge of applicable codes, zoning bylaws, and regulations to the building project.

Note: Students spend the entire program at Ridge Road campus.