Certificate in Engineering

Canada

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What will I learn?

The work of an engineer involves analysis, design, planning, construction, and maintenance of structures and systems. There is incredible career variety in this field from civil, mechanical, computer, chemical, or engineering physics to name a few. There is high demand for Engineers.

The Engineering Certificate at College of the Rockies is proud to be a part of the provincial first-year common core curriculum which sets you up for success when you transfer to your preferred BC or Alberta institution and follow your specific engineering path.

Complete your first year with small class sizes, expert faculty, lower tuition fees, and institutional supports as you navigate your science, math, and engineering requirements. The program is full time and completed within 10 months to fulfill transfer requirements to partner institutions.

Career Info and Pathways

With a large number of current engineers approaching retirement age, qualified engineers will be in demand. With an engineering certificate and experience, you may be eligible for positions like:

Civil Engineering Technologist
Mechanical Engineering Technologist
Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Industrial Engineering and Manufacturing Technologists and Technicians
Drafting Technologists and Technicians
Geological and Mineral Technologists and Technicians

With additional education, career options include:

Chemical Engineers
Civil Engineers *
Computer Engineers (except software engineers and designers) *
Electrical and Electronics Engineers *
Geological Engineers *
Industrial and Manufacturing Engineers *
Mechanical Engineers
Mining Engineers
Software Engineers and Designers

* High Opportunity Occupation

Which department am I in?

College of the Rockies

Study options

Full Time (10 Months)

Tuition fees
CAD$19,037.88 (11,54,581) per year
Health and Dental Fee - 480

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

Application deadline

Expected September 2025

Start date

September 2025

Venue

College of the Rockies

2700 College Way,

Cranbrook,

British Columbia (BC),

V1C 5L7, Canada

Online/Distance with attendance (1 Year)

Tuition fees
CAD$19,037.88 (11,54,581) per year
Application Fee: CAN $100

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

Application deadline

Expected September 2025

Start date

September 2025

Venue

College of the Rockies

2700 College Way,

Cranbrook,

British Columbia (BC),

V1C 5L7, Canada

Entry requirements

For international students

Minimum 65% in either English Studies 12, English First Peoples 12, ENGL 090, or equivalent
Either a minimum of 65% in Math 090, Math 100, or Principles 12; or Pre-Calculus 11 AND Pre-Calculus 12 with a minimum of 65%; or Pre-Calculus 12 and a minimum of 75% in Calculus 12
Minimum grade of 65% in Physics 12 or PHYS 090
Minimum grade of 65% in Chemistry 12 or CHEM 090

English Language Proficiency Requirements:

TOEFL iBT – TOEFL Internet-based test: Overall 80 with minimum 13 in Reading, 21 in Writing, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking

IELTS Academic – International English language testing system: Direct entry academic program requirements: Overall 6.0 with no band less than 6.0; Conditional admit requirements: Overall 6.0 with no band less than 5.5; English Language Program pathway: Less than 6.0 overall

CAEL-CE – Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL) Test: Computer Edition (CE) score of 60 overall (no sub-score less than 60)

Pearson Test of English (PTE Academic): Academic overall 56

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

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About College of the Rockies

The college offers hands-on learning experiences, small class sizes, and supportive faculty staff who are dedicated to helping students succeed.

  • Small college with contemporary facilities and resources
  • Wide range of study options available across several fields
  • Extensive support services available to all students
  • Post-graduate work programs and transfer courses available