Civil Technician

This course introduces essential chemical principles relevant to civil engineering applications. Students explore topics such as chemical compounds and reactions, nuclear radiation, energy, gases, properties of solutions, acids and bases, and an introduction to organic chemistry and biochemistry. Emphasis is placed on understanding chemical behavior in materials, environmental systems, and construction contexts through both theoretical and practical learning.

Pre-Requisite: Cumulative grade point average (CWGPA) of 2.0 or greater. This course requires a minimum of 600 hours of full-time, paid related work experience. The work placement is subject to prior approval of and monitoring by a designated faculty member. Credit is based on successful completion of the work placement. Work experience acquired prior to registration in the program is not eligible for this credit.

This course improves students' ability to navigate the college experience and environment, including student's rights, roles, and responsibilities. In this course, students reflect on their skills, attitudes, and expectations and develop learning strategies to help them to become successful, resilient, and self-directed learners. The course covers topics such as success in online learning, time management strategies, learning strategies, assessment taking strategies, academic integrity, information and digital literacy, and wellness, among others. It integrates elements of student orientation.

This course introduces foundational mathematical concepts essential for civil engineering technology. Students develop problem-solving skills through practical applications in construction, surveying, and design. Topics include algebraic operations, trigonometry, ratios, proportions, and basic geometry such as area, perimeter, and volume. Emphasis is placed on interpreting and analyzing real-world scenarios relevant to the civil field.

This course introduces foundational mathematical concepts essential for civil engineering technology. Students develop problem-solving skills through practical applications in construction, surveying, and design. Topics include algebraic operations, trigonometry, ratios, proportions, and basic geometry such as area, perimeter, and volume. Emphasis is placed on interpreting and analyzing real-world scenarios relevant to the civil field.

Gain insight into the importance of sustainable development and the impact of technology and industry on the environment and society. Students discuss various moral theories and techniques that can be used to resolve ethical dilemmas. Professionalism is promoted through the examination of the Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba (EGM) and Certified Technicians & Technologists Association of Manitoba (CTTAM) Code of Ethics and other documents that are the basis for the professional exam required for Engineering Technologists seeking certification in Manitoba.

This course covers basic general safety content to provide students with core information necessary for them to protect themselves in the workplace. Although some examples used in the training may consider Manitoba legislation, this course has been developed using generic information that is not province-specific.

This course introduces students to data collection and mapping related to Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS), and drone technologies. Students examine coordinate systems, datums, projections, satellite constellations, and theories related to Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Emphasis is placed on the proficiency in operating a variety of GPS equipment, data collection, data accuracy, documentation, and processing.

This course explores the principles, theories and analysis techniques related to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) applications. Using fundamental GIS concepts, students explore a variety of spatial datasets. Students investigate the relationship of spatial data and workflows between GIS applications and AutoCAD.

Through a series of seminars, students build the skills necessary to secure and maintain employment. Topics will include resume writing, interview preparation and skills, networking, and understanding the workplace.

This course deals with the basic concepts of statics as applied to the analysis of frames and the determination of centroids and the moment of inertia of geometric bodies. This is the basis of all building and bridge construction. A good understanding of these principles is necessary in all aspects of civil engineering. As a civil engineering student, it is important that an understanding of these principles is achieved since these concepts are constant in application.

This is a basic course in strength of materials, which includes stress and deformation in deformable bodies. Moment of inertia calculations for simple and complex shapes are included along with shear and moment calculations, and diagrams for structural beams. Demonstrations of materials testing illustrate the physical behaviour of engineering materials.

Students become familiar with survey equipment and its use, including horizontal measurement, levelling, calculation and measuring angles and topographic surveys.

Prerequisite: ENGR-0001 Surveying 1
This course consists of traverses and calculations pertaining to systems of township layout and monumentation, the determination of areas and volumes.

This is a basic course in strength of materials, which includes stress and deformation in deformable bodies. Moment of inertia calculations for simple and complex shapes are included along with shear and moment calculations, and diagrams for structural beams. Demonstrations of materials testing illustrate the physical behaviour of engineering materials.

This advanced course builds on the foundational skills developed in Technical Graphics 1, focusing on the application of CAD tools in civil, architectural, and mechanical design. Students deepen their understanding of 2D drafting and explore introductory 3D modeling techniques, layout creation, and file management for professional documentation. Emphasis is placed on industry standards, precision, and workflow efficiency using current CAD software to produce detailed technical drawings for real-world engineering projects.

This course teaches clear, accurate and concise technical writing and reading for various technical fields. Students learn how to organize technical information, illustrate documents, write routine work requests, close work orders, letters and memos, prepare instructions, produce a simple user manual and effectively read technical materials. Students also learn how to prepare and deliver tehnical briefings and presentations such as safe work pre-job briefs.