Course description
Level One
COMM1510 Foundations of Writing
Description: This introductory course will review the fundamentals of grammar, spelling, punctuation, and sentence and paragraph structure. Students will practice the steps in the writing process, including planning, drafting, and revising. The computer will be used as a tool to help students strengthen their grammar and writing skills. In this course, students will focus on reading, proofreading, critical thinking, analyzing, summarizing, writing, editing, and research methods.
Hours: 45
Credits: 3
COMP1220 Computer Applications
Description: This introductory course will enable the learner to effectively use P.C. based software.
The learner will use Windows commands to manipulate files.
The learner will communicate using word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software, and combinations of the three to prepare effective documentation.
Hours: 30
Credits: 2
MATH1740 Math Fundamentals
Description: This course will provide the student with learning tools that will help them to improve basic arithmetic skills and to develop reasoning and problem solving skills. It is designed for students to help them bridge any existing gap between their current preparation and college level math.
Topics include: fractions, decimals, ratios and proportions, percent, metric system and an introduction to algebra and trigonometry.
Hours: 45
Credits: 3
PHYS1110 Physics I - Mechanics
Description: This course will give students a basic understanding of mechanics. Topics covered will include kinematics, dynamics, simple machines, work, energy and power. The course includes laboratory exercises designed to enhance understanding of the lecture material.
Hours: 45
Credits: 3
TECH1010 Technology Foundations Workshop I
Description: This course is a mandatory tutorial session where concepts in the first semester math and physics core courses are reinforced. Students will receive help with their math and physics course material with the aim of improving student success in the program. Sessions will also cover orientation topics and program and career guidance.
Hours: 30
Credits: 2
CoRequisites: MATH1740, PHYS1110
Electives: Program Option
Description: Student must pass 1 Course(s)
Elective Courses:
CIVL1130 Introduction to Civil Projects and Construction Safety
Hours: 45
Credits: 3
CONS1160 Construction Materials I
Hours: 45
Credits: 3
EECE1120 Electronic Skills
Hours: 45
Credits: 3
EECE1480 Project Lab I
Hours: 30
Credits: 2
MACH1010 Conventional Machining Processes
Description: This course is designed to expose the student to the practical and theoretical aspects and basic knowledge of conventional metal removal machine tools and their various cutting tools used in manufacturing processes. In addition, the student will understand the fundamentals of metric and imperial system of measurement, and the use and application of precision measuring instruments.
Hours: 45
Credits: 3
TECH1000 Introduction to Engineering Technology
Hours: 45
Credits: 3
Level Two
COMM1180 Effective Technical Communications I
Description: Recommended: The course content is based on the assumption that students can demonstrate competency in the use of the English language.
NOTE: This is course does not qualify for a General Education exemption.
This level-one course is designed to introduce students to industrial and business communications. Emphasis is placed on analyzing audience, determining purpose and effective ordering of ideas for various written communications such as letters and memoranda in the technical environment. As well, all students are expected to participate in group work throughout the semester and are expected to give an oral presentation.
Hours: 45
Credits: 3
MATH1870 Math Fundamentals II
Description: This course is a continuation of Mathematics Fundamentals. Topics are chosen from algebra, exponentials, logarithms and trigonometry to provide an opportunity to develop and enhance the skills necessary for success in subsequent mathematics courses in technology. Selected topics are functions and their graphs, and trigonometric, exponential and logarithmic functions with applications.
Hours: 45
Credits: 3
PHYS1120 Physics II
Description: As a continuation of Physics I, this course will examine physics topics other than mechanics. Topics will include current electricity, wave motion, optics, fluids and thermodynamics. Understanding of the lecture material is enhanced through laboratory exercise.
Hours: 45
Credits: 3
TECH1020 Technology Foundations Workshop II
Description: This course is a mandatory tutorial session where concepts in the second semester math and physics core courses are reinforced. Students will receive help with their math and physics course material with the aim of improving student success in the program. Sessions will also cover program and career guidance topics.
Hours: 30
Credits: 2
CoRequisites: MATH1870, PHYS1120
Electives: General Education
Description: Student must complete a minimum of 36 Hours
Electives: Program Option
Description: Student must pass 1 Course(s)
Elective Courses:
CIVL1020 Engineering Drafting
Hours: 30
Credits: 2
CODE1030 Ontario Building Code I
Hours: 45
Credits: 3
EECE1490 Project Lab II
Hours: 30
Credits: 2
Pre-Requisites: EECE1480
MANU1060 Manufacturing Processes
Hours: 45
Credits: 3
PROG1030 Programming
Description: This hands-on course provides an introduction to the C programming language.
Hours: 45
Credits: 3
