Georgian College

Diploma in Civil Engineering Technician (CVET)

Learn to work with engineers and construction project managers to build roads, bridges, sewers, water mains, and other infrastructure.

Students in this program prepare to work with engineers and construction project managers as part of a team constructing roads, bridges, sewers, water mains, and other infrastructure. Students determine data for cost estimation, perform materials testing, and assist in the administration of projects in the field. Teamwork and project-based learning are emphasized.

This program is common with the first four semesters of the Civil Engineering Technology program, and graduates may choose to continue into the third year of that program.

Accreditation

• Co-operative Education and Work-Integrated Learning Canada (CEWIL Canada)
• This program is accredited by Co-operative Education and Work-Integrated Learning Canada (CEWIL Canada), formerly the Canadian Association for Co-operative Education (CAFCE),
• This accreditation represents the highest standard of achievement for co-operative education programs in Canada and recognizes Georgian’s commitment to quality in co-op education.

Industry support

City of Barrie

The Civil Engineering Technician program at Georgian College has developed a strong connection with the City of Barrie over several years. Together with the college and others, the City has advised the creation of a new curriculum and continued improvement of existing program outcomes that meet the needs of both the public and private sectors of civil engineering.

With this partnership, the City of Barrie offers many cooperative work terms to our civil students, helping them to develop in their profession. The City of Barrie is a valuable contributor and partner in helping to prepare our students to gain full-time employment upon graduation.

Toronto Hydro

Toronto Hydro plays an important role in Ontario’s electricity sector, servicing approximately 785,000 residential, commercial, and industrial customers in Canada’s largest city. The company has 1,270 employees and is dedicated to investing in its people and the future by giving back to the community.

Partnering with Georgian since 2012, Toronto Hydro proudly supports enhancements to the student learning environment through funding for new state-of-the-art equipment. A proud co-op employer, the company has offered co-op work terms to more than 171 Georgian students since 2017, often leading to full-time employment after graduation.

Toronto Hydro offers a suite of 10 awards to support Georgian students in achieving their educational goals, as well as expanded opportunities around corporate training, research, and employee engagement.

Pathways

Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT)

The program prepares you for the educational portion of becoming a Certified Technician (C. Tech). This is a designation through OACETT, the governing body for engineering technicians and technologists in Ontario.

Benefits of studying part-time:

• Register on a course-by-course basis, paying as you go!
• MORE choices. We are always adding more flexible delivery programs and courses.