Certificate in Mechanical Techniques

at Confederation College of Applied Arts and Technology Canada

Confederation College’s Developmental Services Worker program will give you the skills and experience you need to support individuals in living their life to the fullest. Coursework includes study in developmental disabilities, teaching strategies, health promotion, augmentative communication and assistive technology, pharmacology, dual diagnosis, trends and issues, behavioural supports, counselling skills and community development. If you believe in inclusion, individualization and empowerment for all people in our community, this program is for you!

Top Highlights

• Program includes two field placements so that you can learn in real-world environments
• Gives you the knowledge and skills that you need to support people to reach their full potential
• Practice knowledge and skills in a lab setting and plan real community events with schools and agencies
• Also offered as an accelerated program for those with a college diploma in a community services program or those with a degree in a related field

Mechanical Techniques Ontario College Certificate program combines in-class learning with practical demonstrations and hands-on instruction. You start building in the first semester, taking your new skills and using them to design and create assigned projects. Topics include mechanical practices, machine shop, welding practices, engineering graphics and industrial design. Not only will you start developing skills in all areas of trades, you’ll quickly learn what area of skilled trades appeals to you most.

Top Highlights

• Courses follows the first year of the Mechanical Engineering Technician program, so you can transfer into Year 2 of that program after completion of this certificate
• Program stresses multi-skills learning, which many employers are looking for today
• Combines class work with hands-on learning to improve your skills

The General Arts and Science program at Confederation Campus provides students with interpersonal skills, computers, mathematics, analytical skills, communication and general science. The 2 year diploma program offers students with good understanding of various topics. This co-op program allows students to earn and study at same time. Applicants will be able to learn the basic in humanities, social science, arts, civics, technology and business. 

Any how this program is different from the one year general art and science program because it provides you with opportunity to specialize in the various areas from the first semester. Graduates from this program seek their career in various fields like, business, health, sales, hospitality and arts as well. Students can also pursue their career in research and education department.
 

Ever wonder what it takes to get people to buy a particular product or service? Have you imagined building a company brand from the ground up? If you’ve got a way with words, images, people and planning, and are plugged into what’s ‘now’, you have the right ingredients for a successful and stimulating career in marketing.

Confederation College’s Business – Marketing two-year diploma program places emphasis on learning key skills as well as developing a business work ethic that will assist you in getting ready to enter this exciting field. Marketing is all about analyzing customer needs and wants and building customer relationships. You will build on your existing strengths and learn how to communicate effectively, conduct market research and analyze those results to make strategic decisions. As a marketing student, you will develop your ability to work as a member of a team, as well as strengthen your research and creative problem solving skills. Courses cover a variety of topics including advertising, advanced marketing, marketing research

Top Highlights

• Continue on to our 3rd year Business Administration - Marketing Diploma where we offer a 15-week work placement opportunity.
• Helps you prepare for your advanced credit towards the Registered Professional Marketer (RPM) designation with the Canadian Institute of Marketing
• Continue on to a university degree through articulation agreements

Confederation College’s Business Administration – Accounting three-year diploma program takes it a step further from the two-year Business Accounting diploma. As with the two-year program, you’ll learn the basics of accounting principles and finance along with advanced courses in the third year including auditing, project management and case analysis. Your last semester will be dedicated to a work placement so that you get real-world experience that will give you an even bigger advantage on the job market.

Top Highlights

• Earn your two-year diploma before continuing on to third year
• Provides more job opportunities and career advancement opportunities than two-year program
• Full-semester work placement in the final semester
• Continue on to a university degree through articulation agreements

Confederation College’s Pre-Health Sciences program can help. The program is divided into two streams, the college stream and the university stream, depending on what direction you plan to take.

The  Pathways to Certificates and Diplomas stream of the program (formerly called “College Stream”) is for students who want to go on to college health programs including Practical Nursing, Paramedic, and Dental Hygiene. Topics covered include pre-health math (college preparation), health care in Canada, chemistry, introductory biology and communications for health professionals.

The Pathways to Advanced Diplomas and Degrees program (formerly called “University Stream”) is designed to upgrade your skills and knowledge for a variety of university health programs including the Collaborative Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Medical Radiation Technology. Topics covered include pre-health math (university preparation), health care in Canada, advanced chemistry, human biology and communications for health professionals.

Top Highlights

• Upgrade your skills and learning to prepare you for a career in health care
• Get specialized training depending on whether you plan to go to college or university
• Get a head start on your future programs with a solid understanding of health care and related topics

Confederation College’s Dental Assisting (Levels I and II) certificate program will provide you with the knowledge and hands-on practical skills you need to work in a dental office. As a dental assistant, you’ll become a vital member of the oral health team who works in a collaborative, professional and ethical manner. The one-year certificate program prepares you for a variety of related tasks such as clinical chair-side assistant; laboratory, radiography, and/ or administration; and health education and promotion. Courses cover many topics such as microbiology, dental radiography theory, orofacial anatomy, dental materials, dental office procedures and medical interventions.

Top Highlights

• Program covers all aspects of dental assisting so you are prepared for employment immediately following graduation
• Get on-the-job experience through placements so you can practice your skills in real-world situations
• Graduates are eligible to write the National Dental Assistants Board Exam (NDAEB) and successful completion allows them to practice anywhere in Canada
• Program is fully accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation of Canada (CDAC)

The Engineering Business and Safety Management Graduate Certificate Program is a unique program developed for international students with an engineering degree (e.g. civil, mechanical, industrial, and others). It will enhance their knowledge and skills in the specialized area of engineering business and safety management.

The program is designed to enable students to meet the demand in the engineering, industrial and construction sectors for staff with expertise in the areas of project management, occupational health and safety management, human resources, and contract and cost management. In the fourth semester, the 15-week work integrated learning component will provide a hands-on learning experience.  It may take the form of an intensive applied learning project or a work placement. It will strengthen the students’ engineering management skills and increase their preparation for employment upon graduation.

Sometimes, life can be overwhelming. You can create meaningful change in the lives of children and youth experiencing challenging life contexts by becoming a Child & Youth Care professional.

Confederation College’s Child and Youth Care (CYC) advanced diploma program will give you the skills and knowledge needed to relate to, engage with and empower vulnerable children and their families. Through a wide range of courses including trends in child and youth care, sociology of family, youth substance use and marginalized youth and crisis experiences, you will be provided with a solid foundation to engage relationally while being developmentally responsive, trauma-sensitive and self-reflective. You will also gain a strong understanding of issues of oppression and racism, along with approaches to support health and wellness for Indigenous youth.

An ability to foster resilience and self-advocacy with young people and their families will contribute to achieving social justice and be the cornerstone of your professional identity. Field placements will give you on-the-job training in a variety of environments.

Highlights

• A comprehensive, hands-on program will teach you how to effectively help youth and children in need
• Field placements each year provide direct CYC experience with community organizations
• You will learn about key CYC issues including oppression, marginalization, racism, healing and wellness, and crisis intervention
• Program is directly connected with several community partners, presenting opportunities to collaborate on advocacy and social justice initiatives
• Accelerated option is also available for those with a college diploma or university degree in certain related fields

This three-year diploma program teaches you how to function effectively in Canada’s aerospace industry, taking it a step further than the two-year technician program. Work with advanced design programs such as CATIA. Learn about composites and how these materials make the world of difference in flight. Get hands-on experience in machining, CNC and other building fundamentals. In your third year, you’ll also learn machine design, advanced tool design, operations research and management and advanced manufacturing. This program gives you the tools you need to get a job and climb the ranks quickly in aviation manufacturing and engineering.

Top Highlights

• Developed in consultation with Canada’s leading aerospace companies including Avcorp (BC), Arnprior Aerospace, Bombardier Regional Aircraft (deHavilland), Bombardier Transportation (Thunder Bay), Boeing Canada Technology Ltd. and Magellan Aerospace
• Learn and work in our state-of-the-art lab facilities located in the new Technology, Education and Collaboration Hub
• Transfer your skills to other industries including mass transit, car manufacturing, recreational vehicle design and manufacturing, and more