Advanced Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology

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What will I learn?

If you are dreaming of participating in the design and creation of the built environment, then this program is for you. In this three-year advanced diploma program, you will study principles of highway, municipal and building design, geotechniques, soil mechanics, building code and develop skills in materials testing and surveying. You will also learn to use many computer software packages such as AutoCAD, MicroSurvey, Civil 3D, ArcGIS and other advanced software packages specific to specializations in building, municipal or transportation. By the end of your program you will work independently and in teams on capstone projects and technical reports which will reflect the culmination of several skills acquired by you during the program.As a student of this program, you must achieve a minimum grade of ''C'' (60 per cent) in the Strength of Materials course.The Civil Engineering Technology (CVT) program provides practical, hands-on experiential learning. In providing a real-world experience, indoor and outdoor lab-based subjects will require the use of appropriate industry health & safety equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE). There are also expectations of having to do some heavy lifting of equipment and materials and well as having to navigate outdoor terrain and conditions.

Which department am I in?

Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering Technology

Study options

Online/Distance with attendance (3 Years)

Tuition fees
CAD$17,338.00 (10,51,489) per year

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

Expected January 2026

Venue

Seneca Polytechnic

Newnham Campus,

1750 Finch Avenue East,

TORONTO,

Ontario (ON),

M2J 2X5, Canada

Entry requirements

For international students

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, or a mature applicant
English: Grade 12 C or U, or equivalent course
Mathematics: Grade 12 C or U, or Grade 11 Functions (MCR3U), or equivalent course

English Requirements

CAEL CE and CAEL online: Minimum 60

Cambridge English Exams (B2 First/FCE, C1 Advanced/CAE or C2 Proficiency/CPE): Minimum 169 with no skill below 162

Duolingo: Minimum score 105 to 110

IELTS Academic: Minimum 6.0 with no skill below 5.5

PTE Academic: Minimum score 58

TOEFL iBT (including MyBest TOEFL and Home Edition): Minimum 80 with no skill below 20

TOEFL Revised Paper Delivered: No skill below 20

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About Seneca Polytechnic

Students at Seneca will enjoy a fantastic balance between outstanding academic opportunities and recreational activities.

  • Modern polytechnic with campuses across cosmopolitan Toronto
  • Wide range of study options and qualification levels
  • Engaging and caring support services for every need
  • Respected, passionate, and experienced faculty