About
One of the largest government-funded colleges in Ontario, Mohawk College’s enrollment includes more than 4,000 international students from more than 90 countries around the world. Mohawk College is proud to offer students a rich learning environment that includes an amazing variety of experiential learning opportunities from co-op programs to labs and simulations. The dynamic faculty teach 170 programs in various specialties which include healthcare, technology and business, skilled trades, as well as a vast array of other subjects. There are over 100 programs open to international students.
The international student population is a thriving part of Mohawk College’s culture. Mohawk College supports international students with dedicated staff, services, social opportunities, language training and more. There are events just for international students, such as student success workshops, film recommendations, coffee clubs to get to know other students, and much more. In addition, international students come from around the world to learn English from English-speaking teachers in the English for Academic Purposes (EAP) ESL programs.
Why Mohawk College - Stoney Creek Campus for Skilled Trades
- Campus: Mohawk College’s Stoney Creek Campus for Skilled Trades is the home of the Marshall School of Skilled Trades & Apprenticeship.
- Facilities: With top technology and professional facilities for the skilled trades, Mohawk College grads are in high demand. At Mohawk College, students will obtain job-ready training and in-school education to step into tomorrow’s workforce.
- Location: Stoney Creek is located about 20 minutes from downtown Hamilton, so students can access everything that a big city like Hamilton offers while living and studying in a smaller town. Stoney Creek is very close to many natural areas where students can hike, bike, and visit some of Hamilton’s many waterfalls. Hamilton is the “Waterfall Capital of the World” that boasts over 100 waterfalls in the area.
- Vision and Values: Mohawk College’s vision is “Future ready. Learning of life.” Mohawk educates and prepares highly skilled graduates for success and contribution to community, Canada and the world. Mohawk College’s values include: student focus; commitment to excellence; engagement with the community; inclusivity; and accountability.
College Diploma - Construction Engineering Technician - Building Renovation
- • Award-winning faculty.
- • Community construction projects.
- • Provincial leader in student success.
- • Blended theory classes that are face-to-face and on-line.
- • Develop skills and training required to join the entrepreneurial trend of home and commercial renovation.
- • Explore design and architectural styles, interior and exterior finishes, cabinetry, and millwork.
- • Acquire specialized training in carpentry hand and power tools, construction materials, wood and wood products, and workplace safety.
- • Apply construction and project management principles to renovation projects including project scheduling, materials resourcing, cost estimating, risk analysis, sub-contracting, cost control strategies and project closeout.
- • Understand the importance of waste management and incorporate the 3R’s (reduce, reuse, recycle) into renovation projects.
- • Experience an intensive hands-on education consisting of various lab and practical projects; participate in a local community renovation project.
- • Acquire practical knowledge and skills needed to operate a small business.
College Diploma - Electrical Engineering Technician - Power - Fast Track
- • Graduates of the integrated technician-apprenticeship program are exempt from all three levels of the in-school training portion of the Industrial Electrician (442A) apprenticeship. If participating in the co-op option, you may also gain apprenticeship hours.
What Students Will Learn:
- • Train for careers in light and heavy manufacturing industries.
- • Technical skills and knowledge of electricity and electrical circuits.
- • Knowledge to repair, calibrate and maintain electrical instruments or devices in the operation of electrical motors, generators, power transmission or automatic equipment
Fast Track – allows students to complete a two-year Diploma program (non co-op) in 16 months. Students will start in January and be in school for four continuous semesters: Winter, Spring/Summer, Fall and Winter. Students will not be off during the summer.
Please see non-fast track program page for September intake.