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This is a three year cooperative education program (529) that provides specialized training in the field of Mechanical Engineering. Every day, the products you use have been made by specialized machines and processes. But who designs these machines and processes? Mechanical engineering technologists design, develop, test and manufacture machinery, industrial robotics and other equipment. As a mechanical technologist graduate, you might specialize in automotive technology, aeronautical technology CAD/CAM, energy or utility systems, naval or marine architecture, robotics, tooling and die design, agricultural technology or petro-chemical technology. You might work independently or assist mechanical engineers in designing, drawing, developing and modifying various types of products, machines, mechanical devices, manufacturing processes and tools used in manufacturing. Some specific activities you might do as a mechanical technologist are: - Prepare dimensional drawings and specifications for machines and components, power transmission systems, process piping, heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems utilizing CAD systems
- Sketch layouts for new machines or tool designs
- Assemble new devices
- Conduct tests and analyses of machines, components and materials to determine their performance, strength, response to stress and other characteristics
- Design moulds, tools, dies, jigs and fixtures for use in manufacturing process
- Supervise, monitor and review mechanical equipment and systems installations
- Prepare standards and schedules, and supervise mechanical maintenance programs or operations of mechanical plants or processes
- Prepare cost and material estimates, project schedules and reports
- Analyze the cost efficiency of projects
- Sell and service mechanical equipment and systems
Employment
Mechanical Engineering is one of the most diverse disciplines in all of the fields of technology. Therefore, Mechanical Engineering Technologists can be found in almost any type of industry imaginable. - Manufacturing
- Chemical Processing
- Power Generation
- Automotive Manufacturing
- Consulting
- Mechanical building services
- Aeronautical laboratories
- Defense technology
- Food processing
- Public utilities (electricity, water supply)
- Research
- Health
- Maritime Industry
Employment Placement and Post Graduate Opportunities
Graduates of the Mechanical Engineering Technology program at Mohawk College have a history of excellent employment placement. This trend has continued and is maintained as past graduates which have moved into managerial positions in industry recognize the program’s excellence and prefer our graduates as new employees.
Typically, graduate placement is in the mid to high 90% range with the remainder of graduates pursuing post graduate opportunities at the bachelorette level. Back to top |