Civil Engineering Technology

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Co-op type:

Optional

Skills students have at the start of co-op work term:

• Complete a survey traverse.
• Operate a GPS receiver to determine the vertical and horizontal coordinates of points.
• Create, edit, view and analyze 3D models using Revit.
• Import/export 3D information to AutoCAD Civil 3D and Revit
• Perform a stability analysis of an earthen slope and express the results in the form of an associated factor of safety.
• Establish a framework for planning and executing a project.
• Review the history of steel manufacturing and its environmental impact. Apply the mechanical properties of structural steel as they relate to the design of basic structural elements.
• Evaluate the adequacy of a deep foundation to support load based on theory and field test data for structures supported on piles and caissons.
• Calculate the road super elevation to incorporate in the design of a road and provide safe turning while driving.
• Explain the estimation of storm runoff, storm sewer layout and design and the importance of floodplains.

Suggested job titles:

• Estimator
• Building Inspector
• Surveyor
• Project Manager
• Materials tester
• Quality Controller

Requirements to remain eligible for co-op:

This program offers one optional co-op work term. Qualified students with a minimum GPA of 2.7 can apply for a paid co-op employment to gain valuable work experience and build their network within the industry. Contact your Program Coordinator for specific qualification requirements.

Additional Info:

If you are an international student enrolled in the co-op program, you are required to have a valid co-op work permit before starting your work-term. You must apply for and receive a Social Insurance Number in order to work in Canada. You are encouraged to start the application process in your preparation term as government processing time can take up to 4 months or more. Please refer to the Algonquin College International Education Centre for more information.