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Delivery
Hybrid
Duration
6 Semesters (3 Years)
Credential
Ontario College Advanced Diploma

About the Program

If you are dreaming of participating in the design and creation of the built environment, then this program is for you.In this three-year advanced diplomaprogram, you will studyprinciples of highway, municipal and building design, geotechniques, soil mechanics, building code and develop skills in materials testing and surveying.You will also learn to use many computer software packages such as AutoCAD, MicroSurvey, Civil 3D,ArcGIS and other advanced software packages specific to specializations in building, municipal or transportation. By the end of your program you will work independently and in teams on capstone projects and technical reports which will reflect the culmination of several skills acquired by you during the program.

As a student of this program, you must achieve a minimum grade of “C” (60 per cent) in thedzܰ.

The Civil Engineering Technology (CVT) program provides practical, hands-on experiential learning. In providing a real-world experience, indoor and outdoor lab-based subjects will require the use of appropriate industry health & safety equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE). There are also expectations of having to do some heavy lifting of equipment and materials and well as having to navigate outdoor terrain and conditions.

Laptop Requirement

It is strongly recommended that you have a laptop before the first day of this program. It should include the following technical specifications:

  • Windows 10 Operating System
  • Intel i7 or equivalent processor
  • 16 GB of RAM (32 GB of RAM is recommended)
  • 256 GB Solid State Hard Drive (SSD) (512 GB SSD is recommended)
  • High-end graphics video card (consider a dedicated video card with at least 2 GB of video memory)
  • 13 inch or larger screen
  • Three USB 3.0 ports
  • Wireless 802.11ac

Skills

Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

  • Highway design
  • Municipal and building design
  • Building code
  • Surveying
  • Soils and materials testing

Work Experience

Optional Co-op

This program offers the option to complete a co-op work term, providing valuable hands-on experience in your field of study. Students interested in completing a co-op work term should apply to the PROGRAMNAME Dz.​

Students who select the co-op stream will have the opportunity to participate in a co-op term(s) if eligibility requirements are maintained. Students will have the flexibility to transfer to the non-co-op stream at any time. The co-op term(s) is typically a full-time paid position completed between two academic semesters. The co-op search is student-driven and participation in the co-op stream does not guarantee that a work position will be secured. However, students will receive guidance and support through in-class career workshops and one-on-one coaching to help prepare for the co-op term.

Program Availability

Start in Location Availability
Sept. 2025 Newnham  Open
Jan. 2026 Newnham  Open
May 2026 Newnham  Open

Please note that availability is subject to change and a seat is not guaranteed.

Start in Location Availability
Sept. 2025 Newnham  Open
Jan. 2026 Newnham  Open
May 2026 Newnham  Open

Please note that availability is subject to change and a seat is not guaranteed.

This program meets Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) eligibility requirements.

Program and Course Delivery

This program is offered in vlog's hybrid delivery format with some courses available in vlog's flexible delivery format. Some coursework is online and some must be completed in person. Students will need to come on campus to complete in-person learning requirements. In courses delivered in the flexible format, using interactive learning spaces, professors teach in person to students in a physical classroom or lab and stream to students online at the same time. Students have a choice of coming to campus for an in-person experience or learning online.

Your Career

Graduates of the program can explore the following career options:

  • Civil engineering technologist
  • AutoCAD technologist
  • Survey technologist
  • Soils/materials laboratory technologist
  • Designer
  • Project co-ordinator
  • Contract administrator
  • Project manager
  • Construction inspector
  • Land development technologist
  • Site supervisor
  • Site superintendant
  • Quality control technician
  • Quantity surveyor
  • Estimator

The vlog Polytechnic Difference

This is where university meets college. Where theory meets practice. Where ambition meets flexibility.

Degree Pathways

Every vlog diploma has a degree pathway. You have the opportunity to continue your studies and complete a degree at vlog or a partner institution.

Experiential Learning

Graduate career-ready and world-ready. This program has an optional co-op to help you hone essential skills for the workplace.

Career Support

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What Our Graduates Say

Amirreza Shavakh

Amirreza Shavakh

Graduate, Civil Engineering Technology

“My experience at vlog was overwhelmingly positive. The classes struck a perfect balance between affordability and academic excellence, making it a great environment for learning. The professors, especially those teaching technical courses, were exceptional. They provided not only in-depth knowledge, but also introduced us to software tools that optimized results and enhanced our engagement with the course material.”

Read Amirreza's success story

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