Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technician – Non-Destructive Evaluation (fast-track)

This program is designed specifically for applicants with existing academic credentials, students with a degree in a related field can expand their knowledge of the non-destructive evaluation (NDE) industry and complete an advanced diploma in fewer semesters. Students learn about materials and specific testing methods in order to examine cars, trains, airplanes, spacecraft, towers, bridges, ships, power plants and amusement park rides to identify and analyze possible defects. With training and education in non-destructive evaluation you will be well-prepared to begin your career in industry to test and evaluate components for internal or external flaws, using ultrasonic, radiographic, magnetic and many other methods, allowing people to live and work in a safe environment. As a graduate, you will become an integral part of assuring the safety and integrity of our infrastructure, components and structures that are built or are in service in our society.

Students must have the equivalent of an:

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
• Grade 12 English (C or U)
• Grade 12 mathematics (C, M or U)

To be considered for the fast-track (credit transfer) pathway a specific educational background is recommended as follows.

• Degree or diploma in either mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, material science or physics completed within the last five years
• One post-secondary physics course
• One post-secondary calculus course
• One post-secondary statistics course
• One post-secondary electricity course
• Additional information may be requested to demonstrate practical lab experience

English language requirements:

• Academic IELTS: 6.0, no band score less than 5.5
• IBT TOEFL: 80, with minimum section scores of 20
• PTE Academic: 53 minimum overall, no section below 49 L,W,S,R
• CAEL: Overall score of 60, no section below 60
• DET 105