Composites and Advanced Materials Aerospace Manufacturing CAM

In this one-year Ontario College Graduate Certificate, students will engage with materials, design, and fabrication theory and practices for composites and advanced materials, including carbon, laminate, glass, and fabric reinforcement, destructive and non-destructive tensile testing techniques, and infusion and machining techniques. The curriculum will also emphasize quality assurance, safety, evaluation and control methods.

Workload Level - Moderate

6 courses in the first semester
1 hour of study/assignments required for each hour in class
22 hours of class (44 hour/week commitment)
It is expected that you will participate in out of class activities.

Holland Code: R (Realistic)

What academic skills do I need to be successful in the program?

This list does not replace the admission requirements you must have for admission to the program. Please see website for details.

Arts & Literacy - Effective spoken, written and reading skills in English

Math and Science - Algebra, geometry and trigonometry

Technology - Introduction to Engineering, Introduction to machine operation

What personal qualities should someone interested in this career have?

studious
focused
mathematically minded
dexterous
creative

Useful background experience for this program would be

Engineering
Aircraft
Manufacturing

What kind of work could I do when I graduate?

Graduates of this program may go on to become a …

Design Engineer (when paired with suitable degree), Project Engineer/Technician, Process Engineer/Technician, Manufacturing , Supervisor, Quality Assurance auditor

Places you may find yourself employed include …

Ontario, Quebec, Western Canada, Eastern Canada

Typical working conditions for this kind of work:

Office or manufacturing plant

Tasks a graduate may do in the workplace

Process Improvement
Design Optimization
Quality Inspection
Component Manufacturing
Project Management

Helpful links for further research into this Fanshawe College program and career opportunity

Fanshawe’s library has prepared a subject guide for current students in this program. You may find the links and information provided very useful in learning more about this career.

Opportunities for further development or education

Graduates have opportunities to transfer credits to a university degree program

The National Occupation Classification (NOC) system is used by the Canadian government to provide detailed information on careers. Click on the links below to learn more about careers associated with this Fanshawe College program. Please note: These codes are listed here for information purposes only. Fanshawe College does not guarantee graduates careers in these fields.

NOC Codes

The National Occupation Classification (NOC) system is used by the Canadian government to provide detailed information on careers. Visit the National Occupation Classification website and use the NOC codes below to learn more about careers associated with this Fanshawe College program. Please note: These codes are listed here for information purposes only. Fanshawe College does not guarantee graduates careers in these fields.

NOC Code 2232 Mechanical engineering technologists and technicians

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Mechanical engineering technologists and technicians

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Last Modified: January 11, 2024