There are several established academic program pathway opportunities available within the School of Engineering and Technology. Students should meet with their program coordinator if they have any questions about these opportunities.

The pathway opportunities available within the following welding and fabrication programs:

• Welding Engineering Technology – Inspection (Optional Co-op) (WET-I)
• Manufacturing Engineering Technology – Welding & Robotics (Optional Co-op) (MET-WR)
• Welding Engineering Technician – Robotics (WET-R)
• Welding & Fabrication Technician (WFT)
• Welding Techniques (WT)

Pathway opportunities are illustrated in the images below. Students should meet with their program coordinator if they have any questions about these opportunities.

Transfer from Welding Techniques to WFT or WET-R

Transfer from Welding Techniques (WT #1193) to Welding & Fabrication Technician (WFT #0046) or Welding Engineering Technician - Robotics (WET-R #1502) with advanced standing

There must be available seats in the WFT or WET-R programs (seats are limited). Students with higher GPAs will receive priority. Advanced Standing Applications can only be processed after the completion of a semester in the WT program (after the term ends).

• All credits must be passed in the term.
• Advanced Standing Applications are processed through the Conestoga College Registrar's Office (i.e., you do not apply through OCAS).
• WT graduates apply for advanced Standing into Level 3 of the WFT or the WET-R programs.
• WT students may apply for transfer to the Co-op version of the Welding Engineering Technician - Robotics (WET-R #1502C), but only after the first semester of the #1502 program has completed.

Transfer from Welding Techniques to MET-WR or WET-I

Transfer from Welding Techniques (WT #1193) to Manufacturing Engineering Technology - Welding & Robotics (MET-WR #1079) or Welding Engineering Technology-Inspection (WET-I #0043) with advanced standing

There must be available seats in the program that you choose (you must choose either MET-WR or WET-I; seats are limited). Students with higher GPAs will receive priority. Program Transfers Requests can only be processed after the completion of semester 1 or 2 of the WT program.

• All credits must be passed in the term.
• You must have a minimum mark of 70% in both MATH1455 & MATH1485 (Trade Calculations I & II) for this transfer.
• Advanced Standing Applications are processed through the Conestoga College Registrar's Office (i.e., you do not apply through OCAS).
• WT graduates apply for advanced Standing into Level 3 of the WET-I or MET-WR program.
• WT students may apply for advanced standing to the Co-op version of these programs (i.e., to Level 3 of WET-I #0043C or MET-WR #1079C) after the completion (graduation) from the WT program. 

Transfer from Welding & Fabrication Technician or WET-R to MET-WR or WET-I

Transfer from Welding & Fabrication Technician (WFT #0046) or Welding Engineering Technician - Robotics (WET-R #1502) to Manufacturing Engineering Technology – Welding & Robotics (MET-WR #1079) or Welding Engineering Technology - Inspection (WET-I #0043) with advanced standing

There must be available seats in the program that you choose (you must choose either MET-WR or WET-I; seats are limited). Students with higher GPAs will receive priority. Transfers Requests can only be processed after the completion of all credits in semesters 1 & 2 (after April).

• All credits in year 1 must be passed. (No year 2 credits are valid for exemptions except for the Interdisciplinary Studies Elective for students who are in or have completed Year 2 of WFT or WET-R.)
• You must have a minimum mark of 70% in both MATH1455 & MATH1485 (Trade Calculations I & II) for this transfer.
• Advanced Standing Applications are processed through the Conestoga College Registrar's Office (i.e., you do not apply through OCAS).
• WFT students or graduates apply for advanced Standing into Level 3 of the WET-I or MET-WR program.
• Students may apply for advanced standing to the Co-op version of these programs (i.e., to Level 3 of WET-I #0043C or MET-WR #1079C) after the completion semesters 1 & 2 of either #0046 or #1502.

Transfer from Welding & Fabrication Technician to WET-R

Transfer from Welding & Fabrication Technician (WFT #0046) to Welding Engineering Technician - Robotics (WET-R #1502)

There must be available seats in the WET-R program (seats are limited). Students with higher GPAs will receive priority.

Advanced Standing Applications can only be processed after the completion of all credits in semesters 1 & 2 (after April).

• All credits in year 1 must be passed.
• Advanced Standing Applications are processed through the Conestoga College Registrars' Office (i.e. you do not apply through OCAS).
• WFT students may apply for transfer to the Co-op version of the Welding Engineering Technician - Robotics (WET-R #1502C), but only after the first semester of the #1502 program has been completed. 

Transfer from MET-WR or WET-I to WFT or WET-R

Transfer from Manufacturing Engineering Technology – Welding & Robotics (MET-WR #1079) or Welding Engineering Technology - Inspection (WET-I #0043) to Welding & Fabrication Technician (WFT #0046) or Welding Engineering Technician - Robotics (WET-R #1502) with advanced standing

There must be available seats in the WFT or WET-R program (seats are limited). Students with higher GPAs will receive priority. Transfers Requests can only be processed after the completion of all credits in semesters 1 & 2 (after April).

• All credits in year 1 must be passed.
• Advanced Standing Applications are processed through the Conestoga College Registrar's Office (i.e., you do not apply through OCAS).
• Students apply for advanced Standing into Level 3 of the WFT or WET-R program.
• Students may apply for transfer to the Co-op version of the Welding Engineering Technician - Robotics (WET-R #1502C), but only after the first semester of the #1502 program has been completed.

Note: Students who have successfully completed Semesters 1 & 2 of programs WFT (#0046), MET-WR (#1079), WET-I (#0043), or WET-R (#1502) have the option of transferring to, and graduating from, the one year Welding Techniques (WT#1193) program if they choose not to complete the program that they are enrolled in and providing that they have completed all of their Year 1 credits. It is not possible to receive the WT Certificate without dropping out of these other programs and losing your seat. Contact your coordinator for the details.

Overview of Technology Foundations

The Technology Foundations Program equips students for success at college by developing study and time management skills and familiarity with technologies and college resources. Students will upgrade math competency to the level required for Conestoga's engineering technology programs and gain a solid background in physics and computer applications. Full details can be found on the Technology Foundations program website. 

From Technology Foundations to Engineering Technology Programs

Technology Foundations graduates may gain admission to these and other programs at the School of Engineering & Technology:

• Architecture Construction Engineering Technology
• Civil Engineering Technology
• Computer Engineering Technology
  
• Electrical Engineering Technology
• Electronics Engineering Technology
• Energy Systems Engineering Technology
• Mechanical Engineering Technology - Robotics & Automation
• Mechanical Engineering Technology - Design & Analysis
• Mechanical Engineering Technology -  Automated Manufacturing
  

Graduating from Technology Foundations guarantees admission to the first year of many engineering technology programs provided graduates have simultaneously applied through www.ontariocolleges.ca and earned all credits, achieving a minimum program average of 65% (including a minimum 65% average in both math courses combined). Graduates will receive credit for any applicable courses during the transfer process.

Admission to Technology Foundations

Technology Foundations is primarily designed for high school graduates who wish to pursue a diploma in Engineering Technology, but who do not meet the admission requirements, or are unsure which program is best for them.  Successful graduates of the Technology Foundations program then have the opportunity to be admitted into an Engineering Technology program.

Technology Foundations also accepts transfer students who have completed one or more semesters in an Engineering Technology program, but who are struggling and may have already exceeded the allowable numbers of failures in their first semester (with impending discontinuance). A student may choose to:

i. Consult the Engineering Technology Program Coordinator about proceeding as a part-time student in the fall, making up failed courses and applying for re-admission to their Engineering Technology program; or

ii. Transfer into Technology Foundations as a way to "re-group", to strengthen fundamental skills and to develop better learning and work habits with a more basic curriculum.  Success in a Technology Foundations program may lead to re-admission in the Engineering Technology program. Transfer students should consult the Engineering Technology Program Coordinator about re-admission criteria and procedures.

From Engineering Technology Program to Technology Foundations

Engineering Technology students who wish to transfer to Technology Foundations for the winter semester must consult the Technology Foundations Program Coordinator well before the start of classes in January (mid-December is best).  A program transfer form and course selection form must be completed in consultation with the Program Coordinator.  Some courses reach capacity – the sooner you apply to transfer, the better.

Re-admission to Engineering Technology

Application for re-admission procedures differs depending on the number and level of courses you intend to take after re-admission. 

• Students who re-enter an Engineering Technology program as a full-time semester 1 student must have also applied through OCAS. 
• Students who re-enter an Engineering Technology program with a part-time load (3 courses or fewer) apply directly to Conestoga in Part-time Day Studies. 
• Students who re-enter Engineering Technology as a full-time "special timetable" (>sem1) students, also apply directly to the College.  Contact the Engineering Technology program coordinator for more information.

Caution: It is essential that students who have done poorly in a Engineering Technology program reflect upon their past performance carefully.  Problems must be honestly evaluated, new resolutions must be made, and adjustments to personal factors (i.e. attitude, behaviour, habits, etc,) or circumstances may be required to support renewed effort, commitment, and orientation towards academic goal achievement. Many transfer students make no changes and continue to fail in Technology Foundations, adding another poor semester to their record.  There are other academic options and student supports and services available if you find yourself in academic difficulty.  Both Engineering Technology and Technology Foundations program coordinators would be happy to discuss this with you. For more information about Technology Foundations, please contact the program coordinator.

Students who are prepared to make changes can do well.  It is up to you.

*IMPORTANT NOTE: TRANSFER SHOULD BE DONE BEFORE CLASSES START IN JANUARY

Overview of Bridging Process

Conestoga College offers the ability for students to progress toward Bachelor of Engineering degree completion. There are three ways for applicants to become admitted to a Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) degree program:

1. Students can apply to enter level 1 based on their high school marks.
2. Students with a suitable three-year engineering technology diploma may apply to bridge into a B.Eng. degree; acceptance into the bridging process is based on a case-by-case analysis of each applicant's background and a final interview with the B.Eng. degree bridging panel.  After successful completion of a set of bridging courses, students can enter B.Eng. at an advanced level, either at the second or third-year level. 
3. Students who have partially completed a CEAB-accredited engineering program at another institution may apply to enter a B.Eng. degree with advanced standing.  Acceptance into an advanced level is based on a case-by-case analysis of each applicant's background by the program coordinator in consultation with other B.Eng. degree faculty and the program chair.

Conestoga College's Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) degrees are accredited or are preparing for accreditation by the Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board (CEAB).  For this reason, B.Eng. degrees must comply with the requirements for credit transfers, bridging, and pathways as established in CEAB's most current "Accreditation Criteria and Procedures Report" found in the Accreditation Resources section of the CEAB's website.  These policies should be referenced in addition to the Credit Transfer Policy and Procedure which are available on the college website and School Handbook. For more information, visit the Credit Transfer webpage and the PLAR webpage. 

Power Systems Engineering (PSE) - Credit Transfer/Degree Completion

Who can apply:  Graduates from three-year electrical or energy systems engineering technology programs or transfer students from other degree programs with a B+ (75 percent) average are eligible to apply. Bridging applicants must contact the program area to determine eligibility and entrance options, as all applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis.

How to apply:  Applications are made through ontariocolleges.ca to Level 6 of the program. Applicants are required to submit transcripts from their diploma program, even if it is yet to be completed. Application deadlines are posted on the ontariocolleges.ca website.

For more information, please contact: pse@conestogac.on.ca. See

Building Systems Engineering (PSE) - Credit Transfer/Degree Completion

Who can apply: Graduates from three-year engineering technology programs (e.g. construction engineering, architectural and building technology or mechanical engineering technology – building science) or transfer students from other degree programs with a B (70 percent) average are eligible to apply. Bridging applicants must contact the program area to determine eligibility and entrance options, as all applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis.

How to apply: Applications are made through ontariocolleges.ca to Level 3 of the program. Applicants are required to submit transcripts from their diploma program, even if it is yet to be completed. Application deadlines are posted on the ontariocolleges.ca website.

For more information, please contact: bse@conestogac.on.ca. 

Electronic Systems Engineering (ESE) - Credit Transfer/Degree Completion

Who can apply: Graduates from three-year electronics engineering technology or similar three-year technology programs with a B+ (75 percent) average are eligible to apply. Competitive applicants typically have an average of 85%+ in most years. Bridging applicants must contact the program area to determine eligibility and entrance options, as all applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis.

How to apply:  Applications are made through ontariocolleges.ca to Level 3 of the program. Applicants are required to submit transcripts from their diploma program, even if it is yet to be completed.

For more information, please contact: ese@conestogac.on.ca.

Mechanical Systems Engineering (MSE) - Credit Transfer/Degree Completion

Who can apply: Graduates from three-year mechanical engineering technology or similar three-year technology programs with a B+ (75 percent) average and a university or college-level calculus course are eligible to apply. Bridging applicants must contact the program area to determine eligibility and entrance options, as all applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. For more details on eligibility and bridging timelines, please review:

• Bridging into the BEng - Mechanical Systems Engineering (MSE) (pdf)
  

How to apply: Applications are made through ontariocolleges.ca to the levels listed at the end of the linked pdf above. Applicants are required to submit transcripts from their diploma program, even if it is yet to be completed.

For more information, please contact: mse@conestogac.on.ca.

Promotional Decisions for Students Bridging into B.Eng. Programs

Bridging students' acceptance into the B.Eng. program is conditional on successful completion of the assigned bridging course module with an overall bridging GPA of 2.5 over a period of no more than 1.33 years.  Courses failed during the bridging module need to be retaken during the next academic year and this will extend the bridging period to 1.33 years.

In the event that not all bridging courses are passed during the extended 1.33-year bridge, students with an overall bridging GPA of at least 2.0 may reapply for one more four-month bridging term during the fall term of the next academic year.  These students will receive credit for any past bridging courses for which a final mark of 65% was achieved and will need to repeat all other courses.  At the end of the additional four-month term, students will be assessed for eligibility to enter the B.Eng. program based on successfully completing all bridging courses and achieving an overall bridging GPA of at least 2.5.  If at the end of the additional four-month term the candidate has still not met the requirements, no further opportunities will be available to bridge into the B.Eng. program.  In all cases, bridging course credits older than 2.33 years will not be considered.

Period Required to Graduate

Students who enter the program by bridging or advanced standing must complete the program in the normal time required to complete the remaining levels plus one year. Leaves of absence or exceptions must be approved by the Program Coordinator and Program Chair.

Bachelor of Applied Technology (Honours) - Architecture – Project and Facility Management (APFM) - Credit Transfer/Degree Completion

Who can apply: Graduates from three-year architectural or construction engineering technology programs with a 'B' (70 percent) average are eligible to apply. Bridging applicants must successfully complete a two-week bridging module and are then placed in Level 6 (third year) of the APFM program.

Students from architectural or construction engineering programs at Conestoga, Mohawk, George Brown, Humber, Sheridan, Niagara, Fanshawe and St. Clair colleges have established credit pathways.

If you are attending a college that is not listed above, are out of the province, or are in a two-year architectural or construction program and you would like to consider the APFM program please contact us to discuss program entry options.

How to apply: Applications are made through ontariocolleges.ca to Level 6 of the program. Applicants are required to submit transcripts from their diploma program, even if it is yet to be completed.

For more information, please contact: apfm@conestogac.on.ca. 

Bachelor of Interior Design (BID) - Credit Transfer/Degree Completion

Who can apply: Graduates from advanced diploma programs in interior design who meet the admission requirements.

Degree completion admission requirements:

• Applicants must have 70 percent or higher program average from a previous interior design program.
• Applicants must attend an interview and portfolio review.
• Applicants must have either a 4U, 3U, or 3M math credit from secondary school or equivalent math credit from their post-secondary studies.
  
• Applicants without the required math credit must complete an approved math course prior to being admitted. Options for this include:

• OLRN1425 Technical Mathematics - an online math course that is available each semester (fall, winter, spring) through Conestoga's Continuing Education
  
• MDM4U Mathematics of Data Management - available online through the Independent Learning Centre
• Any other math course that meets the admission requirements and has been pre-approved by the program coordinator or Chair.

Program entry: Transfer credits are awarded for diploma courses and students are placed into a modified year 3 of the degree program in September.

How to apply: Applications are made through ontariocolleges.ca by selecting Level 6 of Conestoga's Bachelor of Interior Design program. Applicants are required to submit transcripts from their advanced diploma program, even if it is yet to be completed.

A portfolio must also be prepared that includes studio work from the advanced diploma program and/or professional practice and should demonstrate a breadth of knowledge in interior design. It is recommended that an application be made before February 1.

Post-Application process: Applicants will then be invited to attend an interview/portfolio review. These are held on an ongoing basis and can be completed in person or via remote videoconference.

For more information please email BID@conestogac.on.ca