Join the Mechanical Technician Diploma at Seneca! Gain hands-on skills in CNC programming and manufacturing. Apply now for international student support!
This two-year diploma program will introduce students to modern manufacturing techniques including programming and Computer Assisted Manufacturing (CAM). They will study both theory and practical aspects of modern metal machining and cutting while focusing on programming, advanced manufacturing techniques and interpreting engineering drawings. Upon completion of this program, students may begin an apprenticeship with an employer as a general machinist, tool and die maker, or mould maker. Graduates of this program work in a range of employment settings in the manufacturing industries; examples include aerospace and defence, automotive, building products, fabricated metal products, machinery, railway and marine and natural resource industries like energy, forestry and mining. Throughout this program students will develop the following skills: Machining theory and practice Prototyping Production of mechanical components Documentation Mechanical problem solving Computer and information technology Students meeting all academic requirements may have the opportunity to complete an optional work term(s) in a formal work environment. The work term(s) is similar in length to an academic semester and typically involves full-time work hours that may be paid or unpaid.
