Mechanical Engineering Technology

Graduates are in high demand and soon find employment throughout Canada. Learn and work in this exciting diverse field of mechanical design and manufacturing.

The mechanical engineering technologist is involved in the design, manufacture, testing, installation, operation and maintenance of a wide variety of products and equipment. Students will gain a working knowledge of materials, structure, fluids, power, machine design, manufacturing, thermodynamics, HVAC, quality, and instrumentation.

Career Opportunities: Co-op students and graduates may be employed in areas of product design, specification, installation and maintenance of equipment, cost estimating, technical sales, quality management, inspection, production planning, automation, CAD/CAM, robotics, and research and development.

This nationally accredited, two-year diploma program produces graduates that possess the skill sets, attitude, professionalism and knowledge to establish careers and work effectively as certified technologists in the fields of mechanical design and manufacturing. Coursework stresses fundamental engineering principles and practice.

Graduate Testimonials

“I use many of the skills I learned at school such as dynamics, materials, thermodynamics, drafting and even electronics! The program definitely helped prepare me for my career.”

-- Alexis Poirier

“This job has been interesting for me mainly due to diversification. I have applied a lot of knowledge gained such as robot programming, robotic welding, machine design, machine repair, machine troubleshooting, computer aided drafting and design.”

-- Ivan Sexsmith

Co-operative Education

This program offers an option to integrate classroom study with paid on-the-job work experience, where students alternate periods of paid employment with academic study.

Admission Requirements

For official admission requirements and other program information, please see the Okanagan College calendar.

How to Apply

Apply online or obtain an application form from any campus. Return completed applications to Admissions, 1000 KLO Road, Kelowna, BC, V1Y 4X8, or to any Okanagan College campus.

For more information on this program, financial assistance or student residence, call toll free: 1-877-755-2266 or check out the the Mechanical Engineering Technology Department Website.