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This eight-month certificate program will introduce you to modern manufacturing techniques including programming and Computer Assisted Manufacturing (CAM). You will study both theory and practical aspects of modern metal machining and cutting while focusing on programming, advanced manufacturing techniques and interpreting engineering drawings.
Ontario College Certificate
2 Semesters (8 Months)
September
This program is offered in person. Students are required to come on campus to attend classes.
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:
Once you complete this program, you may begin an apprenticeship with an employer as a tool and die maker, mould maker and general machinist.
Graduates of the program can explore the following career options:
Graduates are eligible to write the exemption test for two of the common curriculum trades: tool and die maker, mould maker and general machinist, as specified by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities.
| 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 | |
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:
Canadian citizens and permanent residents may satisfy the English and/or mathematics requirements for this program through successful Seneca pre-admission testing.
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).
As a leader in academic pathways, we offer a range of options that will allow you to take your credential further in another Seneca program or a program at a partner institution.
To learn more about your eligibility, visit the Academic Pathways web page.
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