Mechanical Engineering Technician (Tool Design) (MATD)

About the Program

In this two-year diploma program, you will learn to use the latest computer software to assist in the manufacturing of production tools. You will learn and gain valuable skills in conventional manufacturing technologies, computer production and design along with prototyping techniques and quality control. You will have the opportunity to experience the practical production considerations of tool design as you gain experience in a fully equipped machining lab.

This program shares a common first semester with Mechanical Techniques (Tool & Die/Mould Making).

Computer Requirements

operating system: Windows 10, 64 bit
processor: 3.3 GHz (or faster)
memory: 16 GB (or larger)
solid-state drive: 128 GB (or larger)
second display screen (recommended)

Credential Awarded

Ontario College Diploma

Duration

4 Semesters (2 Years)

Starts

September

Program and Course Delivery

This program is offered in Seneca's hybrid delivery format with some courses available in Seneca's flexible delivery format. Some coursework is online and some must be completed in person. Students will need to come on campus to complete in-person learning requirements. For courses offered in the flexible delivery format, professors use innovative learning spaces and technology to teach students in a classroom or lab and broadcast in real time to students attending remotely. In flexible courses, students have the choice of coming on campus or learning online.

Skills

Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

Machining techniques
Mastercam
SOLIDWORKS
3D printing and prototyping
Co-ordinate measuring machine programming
Quality assurance and inspection
Die design
Jig and fixture design
Mould design

Your Career

Graduates of the program can explore the following career options:

Mechanical engineering technician
Production tools designer
General machinist
Tool designer
SolidWorks designer
Programmable logic controller programmer

Program of Study

Course List
Course Code	Course Name	Weekly Hours
Semester 1
BPR101	Blueprint Reading	2
CNC101	Computer Numerical Control	2
COM101	Communicating Across Contexts	3
or COM111	Communicating Across Contexts (Enriched)
MAT111	Mathematics	3
SHP101	Shop	10
THY101	Machining Theory	3
Semester 2
CAM201	Computer Assisted Machining	2
MTH201	Technical Mathematics I	2
SHP201	Shop	10
THY201	Machining Theory	3
TLD201	Tool Design	2
plus: General Education Course (1)		3
Semester 3
HPN301	Hydraulics and Pneumatics	3
JFX301	Jig and Fixture Design	4
MAN301	Manufacturing Processes I	4
MDD301	Mould Design	4
MTH301	Technical Mathematics II	4
PLC301	PLC Electrical Control Systems	3
plus: General Education Course (1)		3
Semester 4
DIE401	Die Design	4
EST401	Estimating	3
MAN401	Manufacturing Processes II	4
MCD401	Machine Design	4
QLA401	Quality Assurance CMM	3
SHP401	Machine Shop	3
plus: General Education Course (1)		3

Program Learning Outcomes

This Seneca program has been validated by the Credential Validation Service as an Ontario College Credential as required by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities.

As a graduate, you will be prepared to reliably demonstrate the ability to:

Complete all work in compliance with current legislation, standards, regulations and guidelines.
Apply quality control and quality assurance procedures to meet organizational standards and requirements.
Comply with current health and safety legislation, as well as organizational practices and procedures.
Apply sustainability best practices in workplaces.
Use current and emerging technologies to support the implementation of mechanical engineering projects.
Analyze and solve mechanical problems by applying mathematics and fundamentals of mechanical engineering.
Interpret, prepare and modify mechanical engineering drawings and other related technical documents.
Contribute to the design and the analysis of mechanical components, processes and systems applying fundamentals of mechanical engineering.
Manufacture, assemble, maintain and repair mechanical components according to required specifications.
Verify the specifications of materials, processes and operations to support the design and production of mechanical components.
Contribute to the planning, implementation and evaluation of projects.
Develop strategies for ongoing personal and professional development to enhance work performance.

Admission Requirements

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, or a mature applicant
English: Grade 12 C or U, or equivalent course
Mathematics: Grade 12 C or U, or Grade 11 Functions (MCR3U), or equivalent course

Canadian citizens and permanent residents may satisfy the English and/or mathematics requirements for this program through successful Seneca pre-admission testing.

International Student Information

International admissions requirements vary by program and in addition to English requirements, programs may require credits in mathematics, biology, and chemistry at a level equivalent to Ontario’s curriculum, or a postsecondary degree or diploma, equivalent to an Ontario university or college. Program-specific pre-requisite courses and credentials are listed with the admission requirements on each program page. To review the academic requirements please visit: Academic Requirements - Seneca, Toronto, Canada (senecapolytechnic.ca).