T121

2017–18
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY–
DESIGN ADVANCED DIPLOMA PROGRAM CODE

Is T121 the right program for you? What’s next?

As industrial or mechanical engineering technologists/
About You About us technicians our students have gone on to work in a
variety of industries such as:
• You like designing and making stuff... that works! • Located in the heart of downtown Toronto, George Brown
• Automotive
• You are detail oriented. exposes students to a wide range of industry partners and
potential employers, including numerous startups, who • Mining
• You are prepared to take on a class workload of seek us out for innovative new solutions to real problems. • Electronics/IT
20+ hrs/wk. We recommend you work part-time during
term (not more than 20 hrs/wk). • We emphasize experiential learning and product design.
*Additional training, credentials or work experience may be
• You have a strong math and science background. • Many graduates go on to complete Bachelor degrees with required for specific jobs.
our partner universities and become Mechanical Engineers.

Are you ready? Want more training?

Program Highlights
• To attend classes/labs 24 hrs/wk, 5 days/wk. George Brown has you covered. After completing your
• To conduct independent work both in the shop and at home. • State of the art resources including 4 shops on-site. diploma you may be eligible to enter third year of
• Practical experience developing innovative real-life McMaster University’s Bachelor of Technology
• To write and present comprehensive reports describing program or Lakehead University’s Engineering
your work. engineering solutions for industry partners. Clients
come to us for solutions. Program*.
• To actively build relationships with peers through group
work and with industry players through networking. • Industry-led and solution-oriented. *Specific requirements needed to qualify – speak to the program
co-ordinator. Visit ontransfer.ca for details.
• Some students go on to patent their work.

Want more information

about T121?
Contact a Program Coordinator at
Did you know? 416-415-5000 x 6740
This is a hands-on program. Your ability to lift/operate
tools and materials, in addition to computer work, is
essential to your success. Still unsure?
In-class learning is key to your understanding of We can help you find the program that is right for you.
fundamental principles of engineering and machine Contact an Entry Advisor
operation so attending classes/labs is very important. Before 416-415-5000 x 2949 | collegeadvisor@georgebrown.ca
 T121

2017–18
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY–
DESIGN ADVANCED DIPLOMA PROGRAM CODE

CHART YOUR PATH TO SUCCESS* Need career support?

PREPARATION 1ST YEAR 2ND YEAR 3RD YEAR Check out the Career Centre!
Academic • Register on STU-VIEW • Take 14 required courses • Take 15 required courses • Take 12 required courses
Experience for in-person English Including: Capstone (Major
georgebrown.ca/careerservices
Including: College English or including: 1 General Elective
Placement Test Available to students before, during
English Skills (based on Project) Prep course
• Register for your courses placement test results) and after their studies.
• Complete Capstone Project and
• Purchase necessary materials • 8 of 10 classes involve practical • Students gain independent showcase it at the year-end
applications / hands-on access to shops/labs Design showcase
learning
• Opportunity for 3rd semester • Take advantage of the ‘Hacker
• Transfer options available and higher students to work Lab’ – a dedicated work space
between engineering programs on campus at Engineering to work on your Capstone
in 1st semester
Boot Camp
Industry • Research and follow • Attend annual (March) • Participate in the Design
After
Connections professional associations Engineering Week: a student- Showcase – an industry
(i.e. Canadian Society for led event with industry attended event The information contained in this document is subject
to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a
Mechanical Engineering), participation
representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible
companies and groups
• Attend annual Career Fair at for verifying George Brown College admission, graduation,
on social media and fee requirements as well as any requirements of
Casa Loma Campus (open to
outside institutions, industry associations, or other bodies
• Stay on top of industry all students) that may award additional designations concurrently with,
news and trends or after completion of a George Brown College program.
*Fall and Winter start dates available. Timelines may vary depending on start date.

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