Courses
Pre-Technology-2025/2026
| Mandatory | ||||
| Take all of the following Mandatory Courses: | ||||
| ACAD-1007 | Skills for Success | 2 | ||
| This course provides students with the opportunity to gain insight into their personal/learning styles and to develop academic mastery. Students will practice the skills needed to be successful college students and begin to formulate meaningful career plans. Students will establish a knowledge base of campus resources that support their success and will develop and/or enhance the academic skills critical for success. | ||||
| CADD-1012 | Introduction to AutoCAD | 2 | ||
| This course will provide an introduction to the basic concepts of computer aided design and drafting while developing general computer skills such as file management and using the web. | ||||
| CHEM-1008 | Chemistry | 4 | ||
| This is an introductory course in chemistry. It will provide the basic language, definitions, and concepts necessary for the understanding of the theory, and the practical application of chemistry in advanced courses. Problem solving is included. | ||||
| COMP-1403 | Computer Applications | 2 | ||
| This online course will provide students with entry level skills through an introduction to software applications used in the workplace. The fundamentals of the Microsoft Windows operating system, Microsoft Office Suite, computer hardware basics and entry level internet skills are also introduced. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to perform basic computer activities in a professional setting. | ||||
| CONS-1048 | Tools-Intro | 3 | ||
| In this course students will be introduced to the safe use, care, and maintenance of a variety of hand, portable, and stationary power tools typically used in residential construction. The practical nature of this project-driven course will facilitate accurate, efficient, and effective use of construction tools. | ||||
| ELNC-1108 | Practical Electronics | 3.5 | ||
| This course provides entry-level knowledge in the field of Electricity and Electronics to those who might wish to go on and pursue Electrical / Electronics subjects at a higher level or to seek employment in the Electrical / Electronics Industry. Students will find that this knowledge of Basic Electrical / Electronics will give them confidence and will prove to be useful during their first years in a Technical program. The modules are broad outlooks focused on each topics major concepts, circuits, formulas and vocabulary. | ||||
| MACH-1124 | Machining 1 | 2 | ||
| This course will provide an outline of the basic machining processes with an emphasis on machine setup & tooling. Calculations for speed, feed rate, machining times & production cost will present an overall view of production machining. | ||||
| MATH-3068 | Mathematics: Theory to Practice | 3 | ||
| This course is for students who need to refresh or upgrade their mathematical knowledge and skills in preparation for entry into the College Qualifying Mathematics course (MATH 3069). It will cover topics such as operations with whole numbers, fractions, decimals and exponents, as well as applications of these operations including ratios, proportions and percents. Attention is paid to deconstructing mathematical theories and applications in a student-centered environment permitting students to comprehend mathematical theory as it applies to real-world scenarios. It is strongly recommended that students who need review or preparation in foundational mathematics take this course. | ||||
| MATH-3069 | College Qualifying Mathematics | 3 | ||
| This course is for students who need a qualifying credit in Mathematics for entry into college programs. It is based on the Ontario standards for Grade 12 College Preparation Mathematics and will cover topics such as algebra, graphing, conversions, geometry, trigonometry, and statistics. | ||||
| MOTP-1048 | Engine Technologies 1-Intro | 3 | ||
| This course outlines the basic introduction to propulsion systems used in the automotive,truck, and aircraft industries. Outcomes cover the various aspects of safety in the workplace, engine fundamentals, and design. Propulsion systems include controls for fuel delivery within four-stroke, gasoline, diesel, and turbine engines. Students will be able to identifyvarious engines and fuel system components, and monitor theoperation within different lab settings. | ||||
| MOTP-1049 | Engine Technologies 2-Intro | 1.5 | ||
| This course is designed to run in sequence with MOTP1048. Students will utilizeaviation engine sub-systems, diesel engines and diesel engine sub-systems and automotive engines and automotive engine sub systems to study and identify variouspropulsion systems in various lab settings. | ||||
| PHYS-1035 | Physics-Health & Pre-Tech | 3 | ||
| This course develops students understanding of the basic concepts of physics. Students will explore these concepts with respect to motion; mechanical, electrical, electromagnetic, energy transformation, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems; and the operation of commonly used tools and machines. They will develop their scientific investigation skills as they test laws of physics and solve both assigned problems and those emerging from their investigations. Students will also consider the impact of technological applications of physics on society and the environment. | ||||
| SFTY-1029 | Health & Safety | 3 | ||
| This course will familiarize students with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Construction Regulations, governing bodies, and safety best practices, relevant to the construction industry in the province of Ontario. | ||||
| WELD-1054 | Welding | 2 | ||
| WELD-1054 Is designed to provide both theoretical and practical instruction in: welding shop safety, Shielded Metal Arc Welding, Gas Metal Arc Welding, Gas Tungsten Arc Welding, Oxy-Fuel and Plasma cutting. | ||||
| WRIT-1039 | Reason & Writing 1-Technology | 3 | ||
| This course will introduce technology students to essential principles of reading, writing, and reasoning at the postsecondary level. Students will identify, summarize, analyze, and evaluate multiple short readings and write persuasive response essays to develop their vocabulary, comprehension, grammar, and critical thinking. | ||||
| Program Residency | ||||
| Students Must Complete a Minimum of 10 credits in this program at Fanshawe College to meet the Program Residency requirement and graduate from this program. | ||||