Pre-Technology
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Program Overview
Pre-Technology is a one-year Ontario College Certificate program that prepares students to make the difficult choice in choosing a career path. Courses within this program dive into different areas of technology to help students prepare for the next step. Graduates of this program will discover pathways they can pursue in various academic schools.
Program Details
Program Code
PRT1
Credential:
Ontario College Certificate
Duration
30 weeks
Canadian Students
Start Dates
Locations
Availability
Full Time Offerings
2026 January
London
Open
2026 May
London
Open
2026 September
London
Open
2027 January
London
Open
2027 May
London
Open
2025 September
London
Closed
International Students
Start Dates
Locations
Availability
Full Time Offerings
2026 January
London
Open
2026 May
London
Open
2026 September
London
Open
2027 January
London
Open
2027 May
London
Open
2025 September
London
Closed
Your Learning Experience
Choosing a career in the science, trades and technology sectors can be difficult. With so many options available, the Pre-Technology program gives you the time and confidence to find a career path that is right for you.
This exciting one-year Ontario College Certificate program allows you to delve into various areas of technology and will help you prepare for and decide on your next step. You’ll study with a hands-on approach, exploring a variety of technology subjects such as AutoCAD, practical electronics, welding, machining, computer applications, health and safety, physics and transportation.
In addition, you’ll discover pathways to career programs in the Faculty of Technology, including Donald J. Smith School of Building Technology and Design, School of Advanced Manufacturing, Science, and Transportation, Norton Wolf School of Aviation and Aerospace Technology as well as some technology programs offered at the Regional Campuses.
Career Information
Graduates of Fanshawe’s Pre-Technology program will have the broad hands-on experience to help make an informed decision on what technology program they want to pursue further. During the course, students explore a wide range of technology including AutoCAD, practical electronics, welding, machining, computer applications, health and safety, physics and transportation.
Did you know Fanshawe consistently ranks high in graduation employment rates among large colleges in Ontario?
Here are some examples of career opportunities for graduates of Fanshawe’s Pre-Technology program:
Press Operator
Responsible for various tasks along an automotive assembly line including operating a metal stamping press and quality assurance.
Apprentice Technician
Assist with the service, repair and maintenance of customer- and dealer-owned vehicles.
Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to :
1. Develop a career plan for a specific trade or technical field.
2. Work safely and in accordance with applicable acts, regulations, legislation, and codes to enhance personal and public safety.
3. Select, use and operate safely the tools and equipment used by workers within trades and technology.
4. Solve routine technical problems by applying fundamental mathematics and scientific principles.
5. Assist in the interpretation and preparation of drawings, blueprints and other related documents and graphics.
6. Provide input into the information and maintenance of project records, logs, inventories and other required workplace documents.
7. Solve trade and technology-related problems, using the correct computer software and tools.
8. Assemble, test, and modify basic products using a variety of technology and trades- related techniques.
Academic School
Program Coordinator:
Dean Smith
Admission Requirements
OSSD (with courses from the College (C), University (U),
University/College (M), or Open (O) stream), or equivalent,
or
mature applicant.
Students who do not have a high school diploma may wish to
consider taking the
Academic and Career Entrance (ACE) grade 12 Equivalency
Certificate.
Note:
Successful completion of the Pre-Technology program
enables applicants to be given additional consideration when
applying for a career program in the
Donald J. Smith School of Building Technology, the
School of Advanced Manufacturing & Transportation
Technology and Apprenticeship, the
Norton Wolf School of Aviation Technology and some technology
programs offered at our Regional
Campuses.
International Admission Equivalencies
Admission equivalencies for Fanshawe depends on your country of study. Please enter your location to see the requirements for your country below.
English Language Requirements
English Language Requirements
Applicants whose first language is not English will be required to demonstrate proficiency in English by one of the following methods:
- A Grade 12 College Stream or University Stream English credit from an Ontario Secondary School, or equivalent, depending on the program's Admission Requirements
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) test with a minimum score of 79 for the Internet-based test (iBT), with test results within the last two years
- International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic test with an overall score of 6.0 with no score less than 5.5 in any of the four bands, with test results within the last two years. SDS Program Requirements.
- Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL) test with an overall score of 60 with no score less than 50 in any of the four bands, with test results within the last two years
- Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE) with a minimum score of 53, with test results within the last two years
- A Cambridge English Test (FCE/CAE/CPE) with an overall score on the Cambridge English Scale of 169 with no language skill less than 162, with test results within the last two years
- Fanshawe College ESL4/GAP5 students: Minimum grade of 80% in ESL4/GAP5 Level 8, 75% in ESL4/GAP5 Level 9, or 70% in ESL4/GAP5 Level 10
Recommended Academic Preparation
Recommended Academic Preparation
- Grade 12 Mathematics for College Technology (C) OR Grade 12 Foundations for College Mathematics (C)
- Grade 11 or Grade 12 Physics (C) or (U)
- Academic and Career Entrance Certificate (ACE): Technical or Apprenticeship Mathematics course and Physics course
Applicant Selection Criteria
Applicant Selection Criteria
Where the number of eligible applicants exceeds the available spaces in the program, the Applicant Selection Criteria will be:- Preference for Permanent Residents of Ontario
- Receipt of Application by February 1st (After this date, Fanshawe College will consider applicants on a first-come, first-served basis until the program is full)
- Achievement in the Admission Requirements
Post-Admission Requirements
Post-Admission Requirements
Courses
| Level 1 | ||||
| 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. | ||||
| 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-1198 | Trade Calculations 1 | 3 | ||
This course introduces the basic concepts involved in metric and imperial measurement as they apply to the construction trade. Students will calculate linear measurements, piping offsets related to the plumbing trade, and square roots. Students will also solve business applications of simple interest and compound interest problems. | ||||
| 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. | ||||
| SFTY-1051 | Tools & Workplace Techniques | 2.5 | ||
This course is designed to prepare students for a career in the electrical trade. The course focuses on the development of trade terminology, workplace safety, tool use and maintenance. Weekly labs familiarize students with materials used in the trade and the correct usage of tools to cut, strip and terminate wires. Students will develop a basic understanding of the Canadian Electrical Code and its application to the installation in the electrical industry. | ||||
| 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. | ||||
| 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. | ||||
Tuition Summary
London
[1] Total program costs are approximate and subject to change. They do not include additional fees such as the health and dental plan, bus pass, or general expenses. Learn more about ancillary and additional fees.