Pre-Technology PRT
Moderate workload
- Seven courses in your first semester
- One hour of study required for each hour in class
- 18 hours of class (36 hr/week commitment minimum)
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.
Math & Science No specific math courses are required for admission, but Grade 12 Mathematics for College Technology (C) OR Grade 12 Foundations for College Mathematics (C) would be excellent preparation for this program. Grade 11 or Grade 12 Physics (C) or (U) would be excellent preparation for this program.
Literacy Heavy reading load, need ability to read and comprehend textbooks.
Technology Basic computer skills required (word processing, email, Internet).
What personal qualities should someone interested in this career have?
For future career in the technology or building fields, you will need to:
- Enjoy working with your hands
- Enjoy working with computers and other tools
- Be able to explain and provide clear directions
- Be able to work in a team
- Have good organizational/time management skills
- Take ownership for learning
- Be a self-starter
What kind of work could I do when I graduate?
The pre-technology program prepares students for further study. Please see the Fanshawe programs in Building Technology, Electrical/Electronics, Manufacturing or Transportation for more information.
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 of this program (with a B average) will have met the admission requirements for the following programs:
- Aircraft Structural Repair Technician
- Architectural Technology
- Aviation Technician - Avionics Maintenance
- Aviation Technician – Aircraft Maintenance
- Civil Engineering Technology
- Carpentry and Renovation Techniques
- Carpentry and Renovation Technician
- Electrical Engineering Technician
- Electromechanical Engineering Technician
- Environmental Technology
- Manufacturing Engineering Technician
- Chemical Laboratory Technilogy-Science Laboratory
Last Modified: June 1, 2022