Construction Engineering Technician Program (T161)
Program Description
Program Overview
Construction engineering technicians work with home builders and general contractors, bid for construction work and organize and supervise the participation of various trades involved in a construction project. This two-year Construction Engineering Technician diploma program provides the technical skills and knowledge required to assist in all phases of residential, small commercial and industrial construction projects.
*Domestic students only — see page for details.
Full Description
The Construction Engineering Technician program studies the characteristics of various building types. The program focuses on:
- interpretation of construction documents
- on-site building engineering and safety
- project costs (labour, materials and equipment)
- building codes and construction contracts
- site management practices
- construction surveying
- building materials
- construction graphics and detailing
*If you enrol in the program in January, you are required to complete semester 2 in the summer (May to August) of the same year in order to continue into semester 3 in the fall.
Your Field Education Options
Please contact the Angelo DelZotto School of Construction Management for updated information regarding field education and experiential learning options.
Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities
Industry
Construction is the engine that drives the GTA and Ontario economies. In 2019, the industry generated over 360,000 on-site and off-site jobs, paid more than $22 billion in wages and created almost $43 billion in Ontario’s built environment. Nationally, the construction industry employs one out of every 14 working Canadians. However, there remains a shortage of educated and highly skilled workers in the sector.
With an expanding regional transit network stimulating redevelopment and growth and population and demographic shifts at the heart of a demand surge for housing, the GTA has the largest construction activity of any region in Canada. In fact, the City of Toronto continues to report the highest number of construction cranes of any city in North America.
Despite the recent challenges, the construction sector in Ontario remains strong, led by significant government investment and continued demand for housing.
School of Construction Management Program Advisory Committee (PAC) has an engaged committee with a good and broad representation of the industry. Members contribute their ideas and opinions with respect to curriculum changes, industry trends, awards and scholarships, competitions, special events, work experience and mentoring for students.
Educational Pathways
Option to continue to third year of Construction Engineering Technology Program (T105) for an Advanced Diploma. Join the waiting list before your fourth semester.
Pathways to the Honours Bachelor of Technology (Construction Management) degree program are also available after completing the three-year Construction Engineering Technology program. Minimum of 3.0 GPA required.
For more information, see Transfer Guide.
Courses
Required Courses
Please note: Thus program is undergoing current review and courses after year 1 are expected to change in the 2023-24 year.
SEMESTER 1
| Code | Course name |
|---|---|
| BLDG 1025 | Construction Field Practices |
| BLDG 1126 | Print and Specifications Reading for Construction Technology 1 |
| BLDG 1127 | Construction Management 1 -– Introduction and Overview |
| BLDG 1028 | AutoCad for Construction Technology |
| BLDG 1042 | Construction Materials Methods 1 |
| COMM 2000 | Communicating Across Contexts** |
| MATH 1140 | Mathematics for Construction Technology 1 |
| GNED | General Education Elective |
SEMESTER 2
| Code | Course name |
|---|---|
| BLDG 1073 | Construction Materials Laboratory |
| BLDG 1077 | Construction Health and Safety |
| BLDG 1078 | Revit for Construction Technology |
| BLDG 1129 | Construction Estimating 1 |
| BLDG 1136 | Print and Specifications Reading for Construction Technology 2 |
| BLDG 1145 | Construction Materials and Methods 2 |
| BLDG1165 | Introduction to Building Science |
| MATH 1150 | Mathematics for Construction Technology 2 |
SEMESTER 3
| Code | Course name |
|---|---|
| BLDG 2061 | Mechanics of Materials 1 – Statics |
| BLDG 2090 | Principles of Construction Law |
| BLDG 2021 | Construction Management 2 – Planning and Scheduling |
| BLDG 2019 | Construction Estimating 2 |
| BLDG 1076 | Building Code 1 |
| BLDG 3060 | Applied Building Science |
| COMM 1113 | Professional Communications for Building Technologies |
| GNED | General Education Elective |
SEMESTER 4
| Code | Course name |
|---|---|
| BLDG 2065 | Mechanics of Materials 2 – Strength of Materials |
| BLDG 2046 | Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) Systems |
| BLDG 3004 | Construction Pricing |
| BLDG 2076 | Building Codes 2 |
| BLDG 2045 | Construction Management 3 – Site Operations |
| BLDG 2068 | Workplace Skills for Construction Technology |
| GNED | General Education Elective |
**Based on the results of your placement test, you may be required to take COMM 1000 (Introduction to College Communication) before progressing to COMM 2000. COMM 1000 does not count as a course required for graduation, and you will be charged for this extra course. Please visit Assessment Centre for more information.
Program Learning Outcomes
The graduate demonstrates the ability to:
- Develop and use strategies to enhance professional growth and ongoing learning in the construction engineering field.
- Comply with workplace health and safety practices and procedures in accordance with current legislation and regulations.
- Complete duties in compliance with contractual obligations, applicable laws, standards, bylaws, codes and ethical practices in the construction engineering field.
- Carry out sustainability practices in accordance with contract documents, industry standards and environmental legislative requirements.
- Collaborate with and facilitate communication among project stakeholders to support construction projects.
- Collect, process and interpret technical data to produce written and graphical project-related documents.
- Contribute to the collecting, interpreting and applying of survey/geomatics and layout information to implement construction projects.
- Identify and use industry-specific electronic and digital technologies to support the design and construction of projects.
- Contribute to the resolution of technical problems related to the design and implementation of construction projects by applying engineering concepts, basic technical mathematics, and building science.
- Assist in the scheduling and monitoring of the progression of construction projects by applying principles of construction project management.
- Assist in the preparation of accurate estimates of time, cost, quality and quantity, tenders and bids.
- Perform quality control testing and monitoring of equipment, materials and methods involved in the implementation and completion of construction projects.
- Apply teamwork, leadership and interpersonal skills when working individually or within multidisciplinary teams to complete work on construction projects.
Tuition & Fees
Domestic Tuition
International Tuition
Additional Costs
* Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first two semesters of programs starting in Fall 2022. Fees are subject to change for programs starting in Fall 2023 and at later dates.
** Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first two semesters of programs starting in Fall 2023. Fees are subject to change for programs starting in Fall 2024 and at later dates.
International Students
Visit the International Fees and Related Costs page for more information.
Financial Assistance
This program is approved for OSAP funding, provided the applicant meets OSAP eligibility criteria.
Disclaimer: The information contained in this website is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown College fee requirements.
Admission Requirements
Applicants are selected on the basis of their academic achievement, including the required courses, and any other selection criteria outlined below.
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent**
- grade 12 English (C or U)
- grade 11 math (M or U) or grade 12 (C or U)
** Mature student status (19 years of age or older and no OSSD)
Mature students may take the Admissions Assessment for English and math, OR may consider upgrading to achieve the credit(s) needed in English and math.
Please note that George Brown is committed to ensuring that applicants will succeed in their program of choice and meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission to the program. Applicants may be required to have grades higher than the minimum requirements stated.
Course exemptions
College or university credits may qualify you for course exemptions. Please visit Transfer Guide for more information.
International Students
Visit the International Admissions page for more information regarding country specific admission requirements.
Special Requirements
Laptop & Internet Specifications
The Angelo DelZotto School of Construction Management strongly recommends that students own or purchase a laptop and arrange for home internet service with 25 to 40 Mbps and a ping time of 20–100 ms.
The laptop specifications should meet or exceed the following specifications:
- operating system: Windows 10 Home 64-bit English
- processor: 9th Generation Intel® Core™ i7-9750H (12MB Cache, up to 4.5 GHz, 6 cores)
- memory (RAM): 16GB (2x8GB DDR4 2666MHz)
- disk space: 256GB M.2 PCIe NVMe Solid State Drive (Boot) + 1TB 5400 rpm 2.5" SATA Hard Drive (Storage)
- display card: NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 2060 6GB GDDR6
- connectivity: 802.11ac WiFi and Bluetooth, 2 x 2
- ports: 1x HDMI 2.0; 3x SuperSpeed USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A including 1x with PowerShare; 1x 2-in-1 SD / MicroMedia Card slot; 1x Wedge lock slot
- screen size: minimum 15.6 inch FHD(1920 x 1080) 300nits IPS Anti-Glare LED backlit display with 144Hz refresh rate
- audio: 1 combo headphone / microphone jack
The purchase of a Mac laptop is not recommended because many of the programs do not run on the Mac platform operating system.
How to Apply
Domestic students should apply through Ontario Colleges.
International Students
Visit the How to Apply page for more information on how and when to apply.
International students should apply through the George Brown College Online Application System.
Contact Us
Angelo DelZotto School of Construction Management
Phone: 416-415-5000, ext. 4398
Email: construction_eng@georgebrown.ca
Our office hours are 8 a.m. – 4 p.m., room E228.
For more information about George Brown College, you may also call the Contact Centre at 416-415-2000 (TTY 1-877-515-5559) or long distance 1-800-265-2002.
Contact one of our international recruitment representatives specializing by country of origin by either booking a virtual meeting or submitting an inquiry. For more information visit the International Contact Us page
Visit Our Campus
Do you have questions about this program or your career options? Join us for an on-campus information session. You'll have the opportunity to meet our friendly instructors and staff, ask questions and experience what it's like to be in a George Brown College classroom.
Construction Engineering Technician Program (T161)
Program Description
Program Overview
Construction engineering technicians work with home builders and general contractors, bid for construction work and organize and supervise the participation of various trades involved in a construction project. This two-year Construction Engineering Technician diploma program provides the technical skills and knowledge required to assist in all phases of residential, small commercial and industrial construction projects.
Full Description
The Construction Engineering Technician program studies the characteristics of various building types. The program focuses on:
- interpretation of construction documents
- on-site building engineering and safety
- project costs (labour, materials and equipment)
- building codes and construction contracts
- site management practices
- construction surveying
- building materials
- construction graphics and detailing
*If you enrol in the program in January, you are required to complete Semester 2 in the summer (May to August) of the same year in order to continue into Semester 3 in the fall.
Your Field Education Options
Please contact the Angelo DelZotto School of Construction Management for updated information regarding field education and experiential learning options.
Field experience combines classroom learning with hands-on work experience structured to meet specific curricular outcomes. This approach to education relies upon a three-way partnership: the student, the institution and industry. Success depends upon the co-operative efforts of each party. It forms the basis for students’ experiential learning, which is achieved when the cycle of experience, reflection and learning are completed. It is a mandatory component of the T161 Construction Engineering Technician program. Field experience positions can be paid or unpaid. Both fulfill the academic requirement as well as strengthen students’ resumés, positioning them more effectively for future employment.
The field experience requires students to accumulate 100 hours of construction-industry-related experience over the course of their third and fourth semesters. The field experience is facilitated through the Angelo DelZotto (ADZ) School of Construction Management.
Field experience is a mandatory component of the T161 Construction Engineering Technician program. Field experience positions can be paid or unpaid.
Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities
Industry
Construction is the engine that drives the GTA and Ontario economies. In 2019, the industry generated over 360,000 on-site and off-site jobs, paid more than $22 billion in wages, and created almost $43 billion in Ontario’s built environment. Nationally, the construction industry employs one out of every 14 working Canadians. However, there remains a shortage of educated and highly skilled workers in the sector.
With an expanding regional transit network stimulating redevelopment and growth and population and demographic shifts at the heart of a demand surge for housing, the GTA has the largest construction activity of any region in Canada. In fact, the City of Toronto continues to report the highest number of construction cranes of any city in North America.
Despite the recent challenges, the construction sector in Ontario remains strong, led by significant government investment and continued demand for housing.
School of Construction Management Program Advisory Committee (PAC) has an engaged committee with a good and broad representation of the industry. Members contribute their ideas and opinions with respect to curriculum changes, industry trends, awards and scholarships, competitions, special events, work experience and mentoring for students.
Educational Pathways
Pathways to the Honours Bachelor of Technology (Construction Management) degree program are also available after completing the three-year Construction Engineering Technology program.
For more information, see Transfer Guide.
Courses
Required Courses
Please note the program of study is under review. Please check with the Angelo DelZotto School of Construction Management for program updates.
SEMESTER 1
| Code | Course name |
|---|---|
| BLDG 1025 | Construction Field Practices |
| BLDG 1026 | Introduction to Residential Construction |
| BLDG 1074 | Fundamentals of Building Architecture |
| GSCI 1022 | Building Science and the Environment |
| COMM 1007 | College English** |
| MATH 1136 | Mathematics for Building Technologies 1 |
SEMESTER 2
| Code | Course name |
|---|---|
| BLDG 1042 | Construction Materials and Methods |
| BLDG 1043 | Quantity Surveying |
| BLDG 1073 | Construction Materials Testing |
| BLDG 1076 | Building Code 1 |
| BLDG 1077 | Construction Health and Safety |
| BLDG 1078 | Introduction to 3D Modeling |
| GHUM 1106 | History of Architecture |
| MATH 1146 | Mathematics for Building Technologies 2 |
SEMESTER 3
| Code | Course name |
|---|---|
| BLDG 1084 | Timber Construction Technology |
| BLDG 1165 | Introduction to Building Science |
| BLDG 1201 | Work Preparation |
| BLDG 1202 | Field Experience 1 |
| BLDG 2076 | Building Code 2 |
| BLDG 2019 | Estimating – Small Buildings |
| BLDG 2045 | Construction Site Management, Supervision and Inspection |
| COMM 1113 | Professional Communications for Building Technologies |
| GNED | General Education Elective |
SEMESTER 4
| Code | Course name |
|---|---|
| BLDG 2021 | Construction Planning and Scheduling |
| BLDG 2046 | Mechanical And Electrical Installations |
| BLDG 2090 | Principles of Construction Law |
| BLDG 2091 | Steel Construction Technology |
| BLDG 2130 | Field Experience 2 |
| BLDG 3004 | Pricing Construction Works |
| GNED | General Education Elective |
**Based on the results of your placement test, you may be required to take COMM 1000 Introduction to College Communication before progressing to COMM 1007. COMM 1000 does not count as a course required for graduation, and you will be charged for this extra course. Please visit Assessment Centre for more information.
Program Learning Outcomes
The graduate demonstrates the ability to:
- Develop and use strategies to enhance professional growth and ongoing learning in the construction engineering field.
- Comply with workplace health and safety practices and procedures in accordance with current legislation and regulations.
- Complete duties in compliance with contractual obligations, applicable laws, standards, bylaws, codes and ethical practices in the construction engineering field.
- Carry out sustainability practices in accordance with contract documents, industry standards and environmental legislative requirements.
- Collaborate with and facilitate communication among project stakeholders to support construction projects.
- Collect, process and interpret technical data to produce written and graphical project-related documents.
- Contribute to the collecting, interpreting and applying of survey/geomatics and layout information to implement construction projects.
- Identify and use industry-specific electronic and digital technologies to support the design and construction of projects.
- Contribute to the resolution of technical problems related to the design and implementation of construction projects by applying engineering concepts, basic technical mathematics, and building science.
- Assist in the scheduling and monitoring of the progression of construction projects by applying principles of construction project management.
- Assist in the preparation of accurate estimates of time, cost, quality and quantity, tenders and bids.
- Perform quality control testing and monitoring of equipment, materials and methods involved in the implementation and completion of construction projects.
- Apply teamwork, leadership and interpersonal skills when working individually or within multidisciplinary teams to complete work on construction projects.
Tuition & Fees
Domestic Tuition
International Tuition
Additional Costs
* Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first two semesters of programs starting in Fall 2021. Fees are subject to change for programs starting in Fall 2022 and at later dates.
** Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first two semesters of programs starting in Fall 2022. Fees are subject to change for programs starting in Fall 2023 and at later dates.
International Students
Visit the International Fees and Related Costs page for more information.
Financial Assistance
This program is approved for OSAP funding, provided the applicant meets OSAP eligibility criteria.
Disclaimer: The information contained in this website is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown College fee requirements.
Admission Requirements
Applicants are selected on the basis of their academic achievement, including the required courses, and any other selection criteria outlined below.
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent**
- Grade 12 English (C or U)
- Grade 11 Math (M or U) or Grade 12 (C or U)
** Mature student status (19 years of age or older and no OSSD)
Mature students may take the Admissions Assessment for English and math, OR may consider upgrading to achieve the credit(s) needed in English and math.
Please note that George Brown is committed to ensuring that applicants will succeed in their program of choice and meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission to the program. Applicants may be required to have grades higher than the minimum requirements stated.
Course Exemptions
College or university credits may qualify you for course exemptions. Please visit Transfer Guide for more information.
International Students
Visit the International Admissions page for more information regarding country specific admission requirements.
Special Requirements
Laptop & Internet Specifications
The Angelo DelZotto School of Construction Management strongly recommends that students own or purchase a laptop and arrange for home internet service with 25 to 40 Mbps and a ping time of 20-100 ms.
The laptop specifications should meet or exceed the following specifications:
- operating system: Windows 10 Home 64-bit English
- processor: 9th Generation Intel® Core™ i7-9750H (12MB Cache, up to 4.5 GHz, 6 cores)
- memory (RAM): 16GB (2x8GB DDR4 2666MHz)
- disk space: 256GB M.2 PCIe NVMe Solid State Drive (Boot) + 1TB 5400 rpm 2.5" SATA Hard Drive (Storage)
- display card: NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 2060 6GB GDDR6
- connectivity: 802.11ac WiFi and Bluetooth, 2 x 2
- ports: 1x HDMI 2.0; 3x SuperSpeed USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A including 1x with PowerShare; 1x 2-in-1 SD / MicroMedia Card slot; 1x Wedge lock slot
- screen size: minimum 15.6 inch FHD(1920 x 1080) 300nits IPS Anti-Glare LED backlit display with 144Hz refresh rate
- audio: 1 combo headphone / microphone jack
The purchase of a Mac laptop is not recommended because many of the programs do not run on the Mac platform operating system.
How to Apply
Domestic students should apply through Ontario Colleges.
International Students
Visit the How to Apply page for more information on how and when to apply.
International students should apply through the George Brown College Online Application System.
Contact Us
Angelo DelZotto School of Construction Management
Phone: 416-415-5000, ext. 4398
Email: construction_eng@georgebrown.ca
Our office hours are 8 a.m. – 4 p.m., room E228.
For more information about George Brown College, you may also call the Contact Centre at 416-415-2000 (TTY 1-877-515-5559) or long distance 1-800-265-2002.
Contact one of our international recruitment representatives specializing by country of origin by either booking a virtual meeting or submitting an inquiry. For more information visit the International Contact Us page
Visit Our Campus
Do you have questions about this program or your career options? Join us for an on-campus Information Session. You'll have the opportunity to meet our friendly instructors and staff, ask questions and experience what it's like to be in a George Brown College classroom.
