Advanced College Diploma – Electromechanical Engineering Technology – Robotics (T976)

The Electromechanical Engineering Technologist three-year advanced diploma program at St. Clair College prepares graduates for specialized roles as designers, programmers, and integrators within the rapidly expanding fields of industrial automation and robotics:

• Core Technical Expertise: Builds comprehensive hands-on proficiency in industrial robot programming (ABB and Fanuc), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC – Rockwell and Siemens), machine vision systems, electrical design, fluid power (hydraulics/pneumatics), 3D CAD modeling, welding, and virtual process simulation.

• Two-Term Capstone Project: Features an intensive two-semester capstone experience where students work in teams to design, fabricate, wire, program, and commission a fully functional automated robotic manufacturing cell.

• Co-op Work Opportunities: Provides eligible students with optional paid co-op work terms to gain direct industry experience with local and regional employers prior to graduation.

• Diverse Career Destinations: Prepares graduates for immediate employment with system integrators, custom machine builders, automotive assembly plants, tier-one parts suppliers, and advanced manufacturing environments.

Academic Background: Grade 12 / High School Diploma (Prerequisites require Grade 12 English and Grade 12 Math).

Minimum GPA: 50.0%

Minimum Language Test Scores:

• IELTS: 6.0

• TOEFL: 83.0

• PTE: 60.0

• Duolingo: 110

Conditional & Direct Admission Options:

• Direct Admission (Pending Scores): Applicants awaiting official language test results can apply directly and receive a conditional offer, provided qualifying passing scores are submitted prior to receiving a final offer letter.

• English Pathway Courses: Applicants may satisfy language requirements by completing English language courses prior to starting the academic program, with length determined by initial language proficiency levels.

Entrance scholarships for international students at St. Clair College are automatically evaluated upon enrollment (excluding ESL and EAP programs):

Scholarship Amounts by Program Structure:

1-Year Certificate / Graduate Certificate: $500 CAD

2-Year Diploma: $1,000 CAD

3-Year Advanced Diploma: $1,500 CAD

4-Year Degree: $2,000 CAD

Application & Assessment: No separate application is required; eligible students are automatically assessed upon admission.

Disbursement Criteria: Funds are deposited directly into the student’s college account after September 18, 2026, upon confirmation of a valid study permit and full-time enrollment in the Fall 2026 intake.