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Mechanical Engineering

Program details

Faculty
Engineering and Applied Science

Degree
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
Bachelor of Engineering and Management (Honours)

Experiential learning
Capstone
Co-op
Internship

Delivery method
In-class

Location
Ontario Tech University, North Oshawa

Start dates
September

Length
Four or five years

Program load
Full-time

OUAC code
DEC (Regular)
DCN (Co-op)

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Overview

Students working in the lab. Explore how things work, learn how to design and engineer solutions to a wide range of problems. Mechanical engineering overlaps with other engineering disciplines.

If you're interested in applying to the Mechanical Engineering program without co-op, apply via the Ontario Universities' Application Centre (OUAC) using OUAC code DEC. 

If you're interested in applying to the Mechanical Engineering (Co-op) program, apply via OUAC code DCN. 

The Mechanical Engineering program is one of the broadcast engineering disciplines. In this program, students will learn the principles of mechanical engineering—motion, energy and force—and how these principles are used to design and build the world around us.

At Ontario Tech University, our program is designed in consultation with industry to provide graduates with the latest knowledge in design, controls, thermo-fluids and instrumentation.

Foundation year

All engineering students begin with a common foundation year, regardless of the program of study. During the foundation year, you will learn about the various engineering programs available. 

Energy engineering 

The Energy Engineering specialization prepares you for a field that is increasingly focused on the efficient and environmentally responsible use of energy systems, as well as energy security and reliability. You will specialize in all aspects of energy, from its generation to its end use, including energy conversion, storage, transportation and distribution. 

Engineering and Management

There is a need for engineers with management skills. Complement the technical studies of your engineering program with business and management courses by pursuing the five-year Bachelor of Engineering and Management (Honours) program.

Women in Engineering

A multi-year support program to help female engineering students explore opportunities and careers, gain experience in the workforce, make a successful transition to a career in engineering and find lifelong success in a professional engineering career.  View more information about our Women in Engineering program.

Women for STEM scholarships available for eligible female students

Learning environment

Students have access to new, modern buildings, libraries and innovative labs, including:

  • ACE Facilities
  • Energy Systems and Nuclear Science Research Centre (ERC)
  • Electric Machines, Microwave and Communication Systems Lab 
  • Jeffery Boyce Engineering Innovation and Design Studio
  • Ontario Power Generation (OPG) Engineering Building
  • Software and Informatics Research Center (SIRC)

 

Direct-entry co-op program

This program has a direct-entry co-op option that you can apply for directly on your Ontario Universities Application Centre (OUAC) application.

Our co-op positions are full-time, paid employment opportunities providing students with a steady income stream throughout their studies.

Learn more about how you can unleash your career potential with paid co-op.


Following my second year of classes, I completed a four-month paid co-op with Quasar Consulting. After my co-op experience, I knew that staying as hands on as possible was important to my learning and secured two more paid co-ops with Nuclear Promise X during my time at university. When I graduate next year, I will already have 12 months of engineering industry experience towards my Professional Engineers Ontario license. Noor Khabbaz Bachelor in Engineering (Honours) in Mechatronics Engineering Class of 2022


Admissions

Admissions


Current Ontario secondary school students must complete the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) with six 4U or 4M credits including English (ENG4U) with a minimum average of 60 per cent, Advanced Functions (MHF4U), Calculus and Vectors (MCV4U), Chemistry (SCH4U) and Physics (SPH4U). In addition, a combined minimum 70 per cent average in prerequisite math and science courses is required, with no grade below 60 per cent.

Note: Admission is competitive. The specific average or standing required for admission varies from year to year. Students are selected by taking into consideration a wide range of criteria including school marks, distribution of subjects taken, and performance in subjects relevant to the academic program. Possession of the minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance. Preference will be given to applicants with the best qualifications.     


Last year's cut-off70 per cent
Expected cut-offMid-70s

Program details

Faculty
Engineering and Applied Science

Degree
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
Bachelor of Engineering and Management (Honours)

Experiential learning
Capstone
Co-op
Internship

Delivery method
In-class

Location
Ontario Tech University, North Oshawa

Start dates
September

Length
Four or five years

Program load
Full-time

OUAC code
DEC (Regular)
DCN (Co-op)

Apply now

Learn more

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Career opportunities

  • Control systems
  • Energy systems simulation and management
  • HVAC projects
  • Materials and manufacturing systems
  • Mechanical systems 
  • Power generation
  • Quality control and management 
  • Research and development of new technologies 
  • Robotics and automation solutions 

Experiential learning

The Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science offers optional engineering internship and co-op work terms to provide students with the opportunity of gaining meaningful engineering experience and exploring possible careers.


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