The Structural Engineering Design and Technology program at Metro College of Technology is a complete learning opportunity for those who want to pursue a career in structural engineering.
Become a Design and Technology structural engineer
It is open to both beginners and those who already have experience in structural engineering. This program will develop students’ knowledge and skills in many areas. These areas include structural analysis, calculations and design principles. In this program they will further learn how to use AutoCAD, Revit Structure, MicroStation and STAAD Pro in engineering drawing, calculation and analysis. In addition, they will also work with project management software such as Oracle Primavera, MS Project and Sage Timberline. At the end of the program the structural design project will provide students with an opportunity to apply structural design principles using STAAD Pro.
Admission Requirements:
Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent (or) passing an entrance test and admissions interview. In addition, basic computer skills are also required. Previous college or university level education in science, technology and engineering is recommended.
Subject List:
- English for Work and Business
- Blueprint Reading and Electronic File Management
- AutoCAD 2D and 3D
- MicroStation 2D and 3D
- Revit Structure
- Structural Analysis
- Concrete Structural Design
- Steel Structural Design
- Wood Structural Design
- Structural Design Project
- Structural Design Using STAAD Pro
- Ontario Building Code
- Estimation Using Microsoft Excel and Timberline
- Project Management Using Primavera
- Project Management Using MS Project
- Professional Development
- Co-op Placement (Optional)
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Career Opportunities Upon Graduation:
- Structural CAD Technician / Technologist
- Structural Drafter
- Rebar Detailer
- Structural Buildings Designer (Concrete, Steel and Wood)
- Stress Engineer Technician/Technologist
- Structural House Designer
- Concrete Technologist
- Structural Project Estimator
- Home Inspector
- Structural Project Coordinator
- Structural Technologist
- Quality Control / Assurance Technologist
- Structural Site Representative
- Ontario Building Code Inspector / Checker / Consultant
If you need more information about this program, please call at 416 585 9880 x 221 or fill out and submit the form at your right hand side on this page. One of our admission advisers will be happy to assist you.
If you have interest in a career in civil engineering, please read our Civil Engineering Design and Technology program page.
Financial assistance may be available if you qualify. Please visit OSAP website for more information.
