St. Clair College

Mechanical Technician - CAD/CAM

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Program Information

School:St. Clair College
Faculty:School of Skilled Trades
Degree:Diploma; Co-op
Field of Study:Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians, Other
Description:CAD/CAM technicians decide how a product is to be manufactured, what types of machines are to be used, and the machining sequence required to manufacture components to industrial standards. This program prepares graduates to become Computer Aided Designers (CAD), Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) specialists, Computerized Numerical Control (CNC) programmers, General Machinist/CNC, quality control persons or CMM operators in the mould making, tool and die, jig and fixture, and machine tool construction industries. This program is perfect for students who are critical thinkers and able to solve problems. Students need mechanical aptitude with the ability to work independently, or as a member of a small team. Although CAM is the main focus of this program, a robust series of CAD courses are included to maximize the success of the student which offers them a competitive edge for employment.

URL:Mechanical Technician - CAD/CAM at St. Clair College
Length:2 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
International: $16,372

Tuition Fees for Fall 2022/Winter 2023.
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Admission Requirements

Prerequisites:*These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
  •  Grade12 Mathematics 
An OSSD with the majority of courses at the College (C), University (U), University/College (M) or Open (O) level plus Grade 12 Math (C) or (U).
Test Scores:
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 78] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Computer Based) [min. 213] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Paper Based) [min. 550]
Application Notes : English proficiency requirement: TOEFL iBT 78 with no band lower than 20, or PBT score of 550, or CBT score of 213 / IELTS 6.0 with no band lower than 5.5, Duolingo score of 100.

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

Modified on April 25, 2023