Pre-Technology - Technology/Aviation Courses

In this course, students will be introduced to academic writing styles with a thematic focus on current issues. This course will help students to express themselves clearly and correctly in written form. Students will critically analyse assigned readings and express their thoughts. The course will also focus on the development of an academic paper utilizing the APA style of documentation.

Applied Math for Technology I provides a foundation in mathematics for students in engineering technology and technician programs. Students will work with numeracy, ratios, systems of measurements, units, and introductory algebra while solving applied problems involving variation, geometry, and right trigonometry. Successful completion of this course (minimum C grade) and MA 215 (minimum C grade) is an equivalent credit to the technology mathematics course, MA 133.

This course will explore thinking and will include both formal and informal logical reasoning, logical fallacies, an examination of conspiracy theories, and a brief introduction to mathematical logic.

In this course, students will be introduced to PC components and Windows Operating System GUI features and acquire the skills to use College communication and educational systems, including Blackboard, College Email, and public/personal directories. Students will be familiarized with Windows Operating System (OS) Command Line Interface (CLI) to interact with the computers by typing commands into a text-based interface to control the OS. Microsoft Office 365, specifically Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, will be delivered to students to perform tasks typically anticipated in the workplace.

Science 1 is designed to introduce students to various science topics that link directly to Technology and Trades. Through a combination of theory and practical experience, students will learn about kinematics, the laws of motion, force, simple machines, impulse, and momentum. Successful completion of this course will ensure students have the scientific foundation necessary to proceed with further studies in a more advanced program.

This introductory course offers prospective Aerospace Manufacturing Engineering Technology (AMET) students a hands-on opportunity to explore key topics within the program. Through a project-based approach, students will gain practical experience in core areas of aerospace manufacturing. By the end of the course, students will have developed foundational skills and insights that will help them make an informed decision about pursuing the AMET program. Each iteration of the course may feature a different project, blending topics such as 3D CAD, 3D Printing, Composites, CNC Machining, Manual Machining, and Sheet Metal Work. These subjects are integral to modern aerospace manufacturing, and students will learn how these tools and processes contribute to industry innovations. Whether you’re fascinated by the precision of CNC machining or curious about cutting-edge composites, this course will challenge your creativity and problem-solving skills, preparing you for the exciting world of aerospace manufacturing.

This course is designed to introduce the students to the basic skills and background knowledge of the industry, tools and licensing requirements of an AME. As well as review safety procedures and appropriate PPE applicable to the job. Students will be given the opportunity to learn hands on with ignition systems using real aircraft parts for both piston and turbine engines.

Trades studies lll is designed to introduce students to Motive Power. Through a combination of theory and practical experience, the student will learn what skills are required for a career in this trade. After the successful completion of this 7 weeks course, students will have the background necessary to proceed with further study the Motive Power Program.

Trades studies Vl is designed to introduce students to Welding. Through a combination of theory and practical experience, the student will learn what skills are required for a career in this trade. After the successful completion of this 7 weeks course, students will have the background necessary to proceed with further study the Welding Program.

This introductory course offers prospective Aerospace Manufacturing Engineering Technology (AMET) students a hands-on opportunity to explore key topics within the program. Through a project-based approach, students will gain practical experience in core areas of aerospace manufacturing. By the end of the course, students will have developed foundational skills and insights that will help them make an informed decision about pursuing the AMET program. Each iteration of the course may feature a different project, blending topics such as 3D CAD, 3D Printing, Composites, CNC Machining, Manual Machining, and Sheet Metal Work. These subjects are integral to modern aerospace manufacturing, and students will learn how these tools and processes contribute to industry innovations. Whether you’re fascinated by the precision of CNC machining or curious about cutting-edge composites, this course will challenge your creativity and problem-solving skills, preparing you for the exciting world of aerospace manufacturing.

This course is designed to introduce the students to the basic skills and background knowledge of the industry, tools and licensing requirements of an AME. As well as review safety procedures and appropriate PPE applicable to the job. Students will be given the opportunity to learn hands on with ignition systems using real aircraft parts for both piston and turbine engines.

Trades studies lll is designed to introduce students to Motive Power. Through a combination of theory and practical experience, the student will learn what skills are required for a career in this trade. After the successful completion of this 7 weeks course, students will have the background necessary to proceed with further study the Motive Power Program.

Trades studies Vl is designed to introduce students to Welding. Through a combination of theory and practical experience, the student will learn what skills are required for a career in this trade. After the successful completion of this 7 weeks course, students will have the background necessary to proceed with further study the Welding Program.

This course will provide students with an introduction to the history of colonization of Indigenous communities in Canada. Contemporary Indigenous community issues within Northwestern Ontario (NWO) and Canada will be examined. Students will explore the unique socio-political relationships between Canada and Indigenous peoples with an emphasis on colonial, legal and political issues. With a broader understanding of the context of colonization, students will analyze contemporary relationships and efforts towards renewed relationships and reconciliation.

In this course, students will be given hands-on familiarity with a low-cost Raspberry Pi computer, learn how to use it, program it with Python, connect it to sensors and motors, and use it with the Internet of Things (IoT). With an emphasis on Microsoft Office 365, students will acquire intermediary skills in operating Microsoft Excel and Access.

Science 2 is designed to introduce students to various science topics that link directly to Technology and Trades. Through a combination of theory and practical experience, students will learn about matter, thermodynamics, and various topics of earth science such as climate, plant and animal biology, and hydrology. Successful completion of this course will ensure students have the scientific foundation necessary to proceed with further studies in a more advanced program.

In this course, students will explore project planning through a blend of deep-dive discussions and applied activities.

This course is a continuation of its pre-requisite course MA115. Students will further develop mathematical problem solving techniques as applied to the different technical areas. After successful completion of this course, the student will be able to solve applications involving factoring, algebraic fractions, functions, graphing, geometry, trigonometry and vectors. Successful completion of MA115 (minimum C grade), and this course (minimum C grade) is an equivalent credit to the first semester technology mathematics course, MA133..

In this course, students will be introduced to a variety of basic skills and knowledge related to piloting an aircraft in Canada. Students will have the opportunity to establish a base of aviation knowledge which they will use in both the classroom and flight simulators in Aviation Studies 1 and 2. This base of knowledge will introduce students to the topics required in a Transport Canada Private Pilot ground school. This course is recommended for students who are considering Aviation Flight Management as a future program.

In this course, students will learn from a mixture of interactive classroom lectures and hands-on labs. This course will expand on the knowledge covered in Aviation Studies 1 and introduce air law, flight preparation, and use of checklists. This course will put into practice some of the basic elements of flight including radio communication, engine starting, taxiing, and basic flight maneuvers. This course is recommended for students who are considering Aviation Flight Management as a future program.

In this course, students will explore and discover material properties through a mixture of interactive classroom lectures and hands-on labs. An exploration of natural materials such as wood, soil and water and their applications with respect to engineering, trades and natural resources. After the successful completion of this 7 week course, students will have the background necessary to proceed with further study in Civil Engineering, Carpentry Renovations and Techniques, and Natural Resource Study programs.

In this course, students will explore and discover the fundamentals of electronics and circuits components. After successful completion of this 7 week course, students will have the background necessary to proceed with further study in Electrical Engineering Technology and Electronics Engineering technology.

In this course, students will be introduced to a variety of basic skills and knowledge related to piloting an aircraft in Canada. Students will have the opportunity to establish a base of aviation knowledge which they will use in both the classroom and flight simulators in Aviation Studies 1 and 2. This base of knowledge will introduce students to the topics required in a Transport Canada Private Pilot ground school. This course is recommended for students who are considering Aviation Flight Management as a future program.

In this course, students will learn from a mixture of interactive classroom lectures and hands-on labs. This course will expand on the knowledge covered in Aviation Studies 1 and introduce air law, flight preparation, and use of checklists. This course will put into practice some of the basic elements of flight including radio communication, engine starting, taxiing, and basic flight maneuvers. This course is recommended for students who are considering Aviation Flight Management as a future program.

In this course, students will explore and discover material properties through a mixture of interactive classroom lectures and hands-on labs. An exploration of natural materials such as wood, soil and water and their applications with respect to engineering, trades and natural resources. After the successful completion of this 7 week course, students will have the background necessary to proceed with further study in Civil Engineering, Carpentry Renovations and Techniques, and Natural Resource Study programs.

In this course, students will explore and discover the fundamentals of electronics and circuits components. After successful completion of this 7 week course, students will have the background necessary to proceed with further study in Electrical Engineering Technology and Electronics Engineering technology.