Graduate Certificate in Practical Elements of Mechanical Engineering

Practical Elements of Mechanical Engineering is a one-year Ontario College Graduate Certificate program designed to give students with an engineering background intensive training in CAD, blueprint reading, machining, and welding. Students will work in state-of-the-art labs with cutting-edge equipment being taught by industry professionals.

Your Learning Experience

If your formal studies are behind you, and you’ve already gained some valuable experience working in the engineering field, the Practical Elements of Mechanical Engineering program will allow you to hone in on your already specialized skills, increasing your value and respect in the workplace.

In one short year, you’ll train in the practical elements associated with the profession of mechanical engineerings, such as CAD, Blueprint Reading, and Machining and Welding. You’ll dig deep into CADD fundamentals, SPC and Metrology, along with tool design, industrial pneumatics, and PLCs. You’ll work in state-of-the-art labs with cutting-edge equipment, alongside your already well-established peers and potential colleagues. As well, you’ll learn more about project management, sharpening your leadership and administrative skills. All of this will enhance your already world-class set of engineering skills.

This program gives engineering students a one-year, intensive training in the practical elements associated with mechanical engineering to complement the theoretical skills that they presently obtain in their formal studies.

Courses

Level 1

Take all of the following Mandatory Courses:

• CADD-6004 ---- Eng Drawing and Blueprint Reading
• CADD-6005 ---- CADD Fundamentals
• MACH-6005 ---- Machining-Intro
• WELD-6003 ---- Welding-Intro
• MGMT-6182 ---- Project Planning
• ENGR-6004 ---- Engineering Design 1
• MECH-6009 ---- SPC and Metrology
• MATS-6004 ---- Ferrous Metallurgy

Level 2

Take all of the following Mandatory Courses:

• WELD-6004 ---- Production Welding
• MACH-6006 ---- CNC Machining
• ENGR-6005 ---- Engineering Design 2
• MECH-6006 ---- Industrial Automation
• METH-6010 ---- Technology in Industry
• MECH-6010 ---- PEM Capstone Project

Program Residency

Students Must Complete a Minimum of 9 credits in this program at Fanshawe College to meet the Program Residency requirement and graduate from this program

The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:

1. Solve complex technical problems related to mechanical environments and evaluate solutions according to accepted engineering principles.
2. Design and analyze mechanical components, processes, and systems through the application of complex engineering principles and practices.
3. Create graphics and other technical documents and evaluate these documents against appropriate engineering standards.
4. Utilize current and relevant hardware and software to support the mechanical engineering environment.
5. Design components using knowledge of manufacturing processes.
6. Apply knowledge of materials and engineering principles to manufacturing operations and processes as required.
7. Select and utilize various machinery, tools, and other equipment used in manufacturing processes as required.
8. Coordinate, conduct, and analyze quality control and quality assurance procedures.
9. Create a relevant project document including the creation of a risk management strategy, incorporating the environmental, economic, legal, safety, and ethical implications inherent in mechanical engineering projects.
10. Produce, maintain, and utilize documentation, inventory, and records systems.
11. Participate in the management of an engineering product.
12. Develop and implement strategies and plans to improve job performance and work relationships.

Graduates of Fanshawe’s Practical Elements of Mechanical Engineering program position themselves for career advancement by honing their already specialized skills in computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) fundamentals, statistical process control, metrology, tool design, industrial pneumatics, and programmable logic controllers.

Here are some examples of career opportunities for graduates of Fanshawe’s Practical Elements of Mechanical Engineering program:

CAD Designer

Work closely with experts in electroplating as you translate concepts, sketches, and detailed customer requirements into viable production prints.

Electro-Mechanical Technician

Provide technical support for automated material handling equipment in warehouses and distribution centers, using complex troubleshooting and problem-solving with an array of technical tools.

Mechanical Engineer

Maintain and support industry-leading products and systems to maximize productivity.