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About Technology Fundamentals in Sheridan College (Ontario)

Find the right career path for you

Sheridan's Technology Fundamentals program is ideal if you're interested in a technology career, but aren't sure which specific area of study is the best fit for you. In this program, you'll experiment with five subject areas — chemistry, engineering, architecture, information technology and trades — helping you decide what you want to focus on in your career.

Prepare for a technology or trades program

This program will also help you meet the admission requirements for technology diploma programs. You'll upgrade your skills and academic experience, which will help you to be successful in any technology or trades program you choose.

Learning Outcomes

The successful completion of this program will enable the graduate to:

• Learn the basics of chemical nomenclature, atomic structure, units of measurement, physical and chemical changes, balancing chemical reactions, percent composition, the mole concept and reaction stoichiometry.
• Apply machining techniques applicable to the machining and tooling manufacturing sectors such as: Tool and Die Maker, Tooling tool Maker, General Machinist, Machine Tool Builder and Integrator, Pattern Maker.
• Learn the basic knowledge of physics and engineering.
• Ability to solve technical problems by applying the fundamental concepts of mathematics. Students apply the concepts of linear functions, quadratic functions, polynomial functions, trigonometric functions and number systems.
• Analyze a computer, designing a database, writing a computer program, developing a web page, configuring a smartphone interface and creating a smartphone application.
• Apply fundamental principles of health and safety in the work place.
• Learn basic communication skills and emphasize vocational writing skills, grammar and punctuation skills, vocabulary skills, reading strategies and critical thinking.
• Apply a variety of working techniques applicable to the construction industry such as: Carpentry, framing, dry walling, taping and finishing. Involvement in the building of structures, the installation of wire items including lights, electrical receptacles and switches etc.

Career Opportunities

This program is designed for students who would like to pursue further studies in information technology, science, engineering, architecture or skilled trades.

The program exposes you to a variety of technologies to help you determine which discipline you're most interested in. It also helps you qualify for admission to diploma programs, and succeed in further education.

Some graduates may seek employment immediately following the program, but most move on to further education.

Academic qualification equivalents

• Secondary School Diploma or equivalent, include one English, Grade 12 (ENG4C or ENG4U), minimum 60%

English language requirements (one of the below):

• IELTS       :    6 – Overall Band Score with no Band below 5.5
• TOEFL      :    80 (20L,W,S,R) iBT (Internet-based TOEFL) or 550 Paper-based
• PTE A       :    58 - Overall Minimum Score  (49L,W,S,R)

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