Engineering/Architecture Skills Enhancement - Bridging Program
Program Code: EED1
Credential: Certificate of Accomplishment
Program Length: 15 weeks
Streams: Civil Engineering/Architecture & Mechanical Engineering (Includes Technologists and Technicians)
Start Date: January 13, 2025
Program Contact
416.675.6622 ext. 5346
iti-esse@humber.ca
Upcoming Info Sessions
Please note: Information sessions for the January 2025 intake have concluded. Any new applications will be reviewed individually and on a first-come first-served basis.
To have your application considered, please register using the link below.
The Engineering/Architecture program is a short-term (15 week) bridge training offered to internationally trained civil and mechanical engineers, architects, technologists, and technicians.
It focuses on the advanced technical concepts, skills and competencies required to work as Engineers Interns (EIT) Project Managers/Coordinators, Structural Designers, Engineering/Architectural Technologists and Technicians, Site Supervisors and Estimators. The technical component is complemented by wrap around services (employment advising and job development) that is critical for successful employment outcomes for internationally trained professionals as well as for acquiring lifelong professional foundational knowledge.
Program Benefits:
- Courses Schedule – evenings and weekends
- Delivery Method – On-line (Live Instruction) accessible from anywhere within Ontario
- Personalized competency-based learning plan
- Course trainers are industry professionals
- Hands-on training in industry – specific competencies
- Individual job search/career planning during the program and post-graduation
- Connection with hiring employers
- Hiring events with employers from industry
Objective: Employment in the Engineering/Architecture fields
Courses
Civil/Architecture
An introduction to the Ontario Building code (OBC) with a specific emphasis on Part 9, Structural Requirements, and Inspections, including reading plans, building permit application and difficulties confronting building inspectors. The course will also look at site plans, footings, foundation walls concrete slabs on ground, roof and ceiling construction, floor and wall construction, brick veneer and structural components.
This course examines the principles and practice of measuring, preparing Quantity Take-offs and cost estimates required for a construction project. Attention must be paid to accuracy of the description, measurement, and extensions. Understanding of contracts and specifications impact on the estimate will be reviewed.
Mechanical
The course covers part modeling, detailing and assembly design using SOLIDWORKS. Students will learn to use the basic functions in the software to create parts, assemblies and engineering drawings and will develop 3D models of mechanical designs using parametric techniques. The creation of 2D drawings of the parametric models will be examined, together with assembly drawings. The students will be introduced to product development and design processes and methods, including product specifications, concept development, engineering drawings, design for prototyping, and manufacturing.
This course focuses on producing more integrated and complete designs within Solid Works, learners will be able to create models and designs that can be re-used for future projects.
This course focuses on basic computer-aided drafting skills using the latest release of AutoCAD software. Learners will be introduced to the digital and technical languages for basic residential construction drawings.
The purpose is to cover the basic principles of Revit technology. Current version of Revit software on Windows will be demonstrated with extensive hands-on experience. Topics will include: the Revit interface, 2D & 3D modeling, material properties, linking and constraints, families and components, conceptual massing modeling, design options, plotting graphic views and schedules.
This course introduces the learner to Revit MEP Software. Revit MEP is a Building Information Modeling software for professionals in the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing industry.
In this course, the basics of both Waterfall and Agile approaches to project management are discussed. Learners will learn how to effectively manage projects, and how to utilize key tools to ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget and meet client expectations.
This course focuses on the key behaviors needed to increase one's overall employability in today's Canadian Job Market. The focus will be on how to present your best self to interested employers, how to network and ensure that your path to the employment is the most efficient as possible.
The blueprint-reading course will include the principles of mechanical drafting (i.e., scales, line work, dimensioning, orthographic projections, auxiliary views, and cross sections) the review and study of industrial blueprints, including the revision process and documentation. Throughout this course, the learner will be able to recognize and use dimensions, symbols and call-outs used in the drafting practice. Drawings will concentrate on manufacturing, machining, mechanical, civil/architectural services, and process technologies.
Students will learn sustainable building design principles including energy-efficient building design, building commissioning, energy modelling, LEED rating system, and bio-inspired building design.
This online and self-paced course will provide learners with the resources needed to "get started" on the path to health and safety. This course deals with Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations for construction projects., federal and provincial legislation applicable in construction projects. Topics covered include WHMIS regulation, basics of fall protection and confined spaces awareness are evaluated during this course. An introduction to Personal Protective Equipment and lock out and tag out procedures will be introduced.
Admission Requirements
- Newcomers to Canada - permanent resident, convention refugee, refugee claimant or a Canadian citizen – the refugee category must have a valid work-permit
- Are residents of Ontario (includes the Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel – CUAET – applicants)
- With a post-secondary education outside of Canada with Canadian equivalency of at least a Diploma/Degree
(Technicians and technologists as well as Architects and Engineers are welcome in the program) - Does not have a post-secondary credential in the field from Canada
- Have work experience in their field (or related) outside of Canada
- Underemployed or not employed in their field in Canada
- With English language proficiency of at least Canadian Language Benchmark 7 in each category – speaking, listening, reading, and writing (IELTS=6 in each category)
Fees & Financial Aid
Financial Aid
Qualified participants are eligible for full reimbursement of tuition fees through the Ontario Bridging Participant Assistance Program (OBPAP).
Please contact the Project Coordinator for more information.
How to apply
The application process begins with the registration for an information session, and attending one. Please click below to register for an information session.
The Bridging Program in Engineering for New Canadians is generously funded by The Barrett Family Foundation as part of the Barrett Centre Industry Skills Training and Development Program.