Cranbrook , British Columbia , Canada
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The Engineering Certificate at College of the Rockies is proud to be a part of the provincial first-year common core curriculum which sets you up for success when you transfer to your preferred BC or Alberta institution and follow your specific engineering path.
Complete your first year with small class sizes, expert faculty, lower tuition fees, and institutional supports as you navigate your science, math, and engineering requirements. The program is full time and completed within 10 months to fulfill transfer requirements to partner institutions.
Our Block Transfer agreement with University of Victoria means that once you’ve successfully completed your certificate at the College, you will receive full credit for engineering at UVIC and will be on equal footing with UVIC students when it comes to competitive entry into second year.
This program starts in September each year. Part-time students applying in the Winter or Spring semester should select University General Studies as their program when applying.
Why Consider an Engineering Career?
Variety! Choose from civil (structures), mechanical (machines), electrical and computer (circuits and software), chemical and biological engineering (chemical and biochemical processes) or engineering physics (applied physics in the design of new devices).
BC median wage ranges from $90,244.00 for electrical & electronics engineers to $92,246.00 for civil engineers.
With a large number of current engineers approaching retirement age, qualified engineers will be in demand.
With further education, this credential is a first step towards a career as a:
Architectural Engineer
Bioengineer
Computer Engineer
Environmental Engineer
Geological Engineer
Mechanical Engineer
Mining Engineer
The Common Core Engineering Certificate is designed to satisfy the Year 1 requirements of undergraduate engineering programs at UVIC and UBC; it may also help you transfer into the engineering programs at other institutions outside of BC.
Course Code : N/A
Course Type : Full Time
Course Level : Under Graduate Diploma or Certificate
Duration : 01 Year
Total Tuition Fee :18665 CAD
Annual Cost of Living :20635 CAD
Application Fee :100 CAD
Located in the Kootenay Rocky Mountains of southeastern BC, we offer you lifestyle and learning opportunities to match our spectacular setting.
Our Main Campus and Gold Creek Campus are in Cranbrook. We also have regional campuses in Creston, Fernie, Golden, Invermere, and Kimberley, which offer unique programs and courses.
Eligibility for Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP):
Graduated from a designated learning institution (DLI) in Canada.
Desire to stay in Canada temporarily for work.
Important Note:
Graduating from a DLI doesn't automatically qualify you for a PGWP.
Validity of PGWP:
Depends on the length of the study program or the expiry date of your passport, whichever comes first.
Duration of PGWP Based on Study Program Length:
Less than 8 months (or 900 hours for Quebec credentials): Not eligible for PGWP.
At least 8 months (or 900 hours for Quebec credentials), but less than 2 years: PGWP may be granted for the same length as the study program (e.g., a 9-month program results in a 9-month PGWP).
2 years or more: PGWP may be valid for 3 years.
Completion of Multiple Programs:
PGWP may combine the lengths of each program if:
Each program is PGWP eligible.
Each program is at least 8 months (or 900 hours for Quebec credentials) in length.
Important Restriction:
You cannot obtain a PGWP if you already had one after completing an earlier program of study.