Diploma in Photography

at Fanshawe College - London Campus Canada

The Construction Engineering Technology program will develop the technical knowledge and skills required to oversee and manage the construction of residential, industrial, commercial and institutional projects - from the conceptual planning phase through to project completion and contract closeout. 

Students within the advanced diploma will learn how to estimate labour, material and costs, write and understand contacts, establish a project’s budget, develop a site logistic plan, schedule and manage construction projects, and perform on-site field engineering, field inspections, and utilize the latest onsite technology. You'll also learn the soft skills required to be an effective, respected leader - both in the office and on-site.

Learning Outcomes

• Develop and use strategies to enhance professional growth and ongoing learning in the construction engineering field.
• Comply with workplace health and safety practices and procedures in accordance with current legislation and regulations.
• Complete duties and assist in monitoring that work is performed in compliance with contractual obligations, applicable laws, standards, bylaws, codes and ethical practices in the construction engineering field.
• Promote and carry out sustainability practices* in accordance with contract documents, industry standards and environmental legislative requirements.
• Facilitate the collaboration and interaction among project stakeholders* to support construction engineering projects*.
• Collect, process, analyze and coordinate technical data to produce written and graphical project-related documents.
• Coordinate and facilitate the collecting, processing, interpreting and application of survey/geomatics and layout information* to implement construction projects*.
• Select and use industry-specific electronic and digital technologies to support the design and construction of projects.
• Analyze and solve technical problems related to the design and implementation of construction projects* by applying engineering concepts, technical mathematics* and building science*.
• Schedule, coordinate and monitor the progression of construction projects* by applying principles of construction project management.
• Prepare estimates of time, cost, quality and quantity, tenders and bids.
• Perform, coordinate and facilitate quality control* testing and monitoring of equipment, materials and methods involved in the implementation and completion of construction projects*.
• Apply teamwork, leadership, supervision and interpersonal skills when working individually or within multidisciplinary teams to complete work on construction projects*.

Co-op Opportunities 
The Construction Engineering Technology  - Management program offers a co-operative education component, which provides students the opportunity to gain invaluable first-hand workplace experience in their chosen field. Here are some co-op jobs that have kick-started the careers of some Construction Engineering Technology  - Management students before even graduating! 

The Honours Bachelor of Commerce (Management) Degree program is designed to provide students with a well-rounded education in business management. The curriculum emphasizes that organizational success is achieved through effective leadership and is driven by people in all areas and departments within an organization. This four-year honours level degree includes a mandatory paid co-op work term between Levels 7 and 8 and is aligned with the Canadian Institute of Management professional program. Cross-functional courses combined with applications in sustainable business practices and effective ethical leadership from the local, national and global perspective will prepare graduates for a wide range of employment opportunities.

Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:

• Use the interdependence of various functional areas of business (i.e. financial, marketing, operations, human resources) to achieve organizational success in domestic and international environments.
• Develop strategies that will achieve organizational goals through integration of business methodologies that assess costs, benefits, risks, and opportunities, and that utilize current and emerging technology and trends.
• Enhance business opportunities by incorporating external variables into various business decision models.
• Assess the unique business needs of organizations of various sizes, public sector, private sector, and not-for-profit firms.
• Evaluate professional, ethical, and legal codes of conduct.
• Research, analyze, and critically evaluate qualitative and quantitative data from a variety of sources to support business decisions through effective problem solving, critical thinking, logic and reasoning.
• Communicate information, arguments, and analysis accurately and reliably for the message, audience, and purpose.
• Perform effectively and efficiently within groups or teams, demonstrating leadership, team-building, and influencing skills.
• Design personal learning plans and integrate learning strategies into current and future development goals.
• Assess resource allocation decisions that influence sustainability practices and drive economic, social, cultural, and environmental stewardship.
• Analyze domestic and international business opportunities within an international context.
• Plan, implement, and evaluate projects and programs, using project planning principles and tools.
• Assess the overall financial performance of an organization.
• Apply management-level decision-making and strategic planning skills.
• Develop a business plan based on sound research that integrates business principles and best practices.
• Evaluate the impact of the economic, social, political, and cultural variables which affect a business.
• Demonstrate leadership skills to motivate others to achieve personal and organizational goals.
• Design strategies to creatively organize, lead, and manage the risks of an organization.
• Implement best practice principles for the planning, directing, and controlling of an organization.
• Contribute to the planning, implementation and evaluation of sales strategies to improve revenue generation.
• Construct creative and innovative ideas to address business challenges and opportunities.
• Assess the impact on individuals, groups and organizations when an individual exceeds the limits of their knowledge and takes inappropriate risks.

Co-operative Education
This four-year Honours Degree program requires completion of one mandatory co-op work term. More information about Co-operative Education can be found at www.fanshawec.ca/co-op

Business - Insurance (Co-op) is a two-year Ontario College Diploma program with a co-operative education component. This program is designed to prepare students for positions in the property and casualty insurance industry. Students will study forms of general insurance, underwriting, claims investigation, risk analysis and contracts. Students have the opportunity to complete nine of ten credits toward their Chartered Insurance Professional (CIP) designation issued by the Insurance Institute of Canada.  Graduates work in high-demand areas of insurance such as underwriting, claims adjusting, brokerage or agency services and risk management.

Co-operative Education
In order to be eligible for co-op, students must maintain a 2.5 GPA and be academically complete at the commencement of their co-op work term.
This is a two-year co-operative education program.  Students who fulfill both the academic and co-op requirements of the program will be eligible to graduate with a Co-op Endorsed Diploma.  More information about co-operative education can be found at www.fanshawec.ca/co-op.
Applicants seeking a non Co-op Endorsed Diploma should apply to the Business - Insurance program, Program Code BIN3.

Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to

• Recognize the economic and social importance of insurance.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the organization and structure of both the General and Life Insurance Companies.
• Analyze the coverage provided by the various policies currently available through insurance companies.
• Follow the proper principles and procedures used in adjusting losses and settling claims and to complete and explain the necessity of the documentation used.
• Recognize and evaluate the various factors affecting the acceptance and underwriting of any insurance risk.
• Enter and retrieve client information utilizing computer and various word processing and spread sheet packaged programs.
• Understand the underlying role of accounting as an information system for planning and controlling business operations.
• Develop an awareness of human relations in the work place and apply effective interpersonal skills.
• Understand basic economic principles and how they relate to business.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the legal system and legislation affecting business in general and the insurance industry specifically.
• Understand and apply the marketing techniques used by insurance companies, brokers and agents.
• Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills.
• Appreciate the social, political and cultural aspects of our society.
• Appreciate the importance of business and corporate responsibility.

This three-year, advanced diploma program follows a curriculum approved by the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario (CRTO), the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists (CRST) and the National Alliance of Respiratory Therapy Regulatory Bodies (NARTRB), and is accredited nationally through Accreditation Canada.  College faculty, together with instructors from the clinical affiliates, provide the scientific foundation and clinical experience required to prepare students for practice at the entry-level within Ontario, as well as nationally and internationally.

There is no more valued, in-demand or dynamic career these days than one in IT. If you've got a passion for coding and computers, and you're ready to develop the skills to land your dream job, Fanshawe's Computer Programmer Analyst program is the right fit for you.

You'll begin your journey by focusing on fundamental IT topics. As you progress through the program, you'll develop the in-depth and specialized computer knowledge employers are looking for. 

What you learn from our IT courses

• Object-oriented development in both Windows and Linux-based client/server systems;
• Software development;
• Client/server web development (both .NET and J2EE);
• Database development (MSSQL and Oracle) and;
• Code level graphics, animation and simulation with C++ and DirectX.

Co-operative Education
This three-year program has three co-op work terms.  Students who fulfill both the academic and co-op requirements of the program will be eligible to graduate with a Co-op Endorsed Diploma.  More information about Co-operative Education can be found at www.fanshawec.ca/co-op.

Are you interested in an exciting career in Event Planning? Planning a big or small event requires extensive planning from choosing the venue, reviewing contracts, to the finer details of guest lists, decor, marketing and sponsorship.

Special Events Planning is a two-year diploma program designed for individuals interested in a career in event management. Designed by industry professionals, students will be exposed to the vast types of special events, from social events, corporate meetings, festivals, conventions and large sporting events. Students will develop essential event management skills such as planning, assessment, communication, critical thinking.

This program will explore current trends and technologies in the event industry, including; software applications, food and beverage, PR and sponsorship logistics, risk management,  business tools and more. Students will gain hands-on experience in planning, marketing and executing events.

Students will be provided opportunity to explore their area of interest including: corporate events, social events and sporting events. Students will also have the opportunity to explore and tour national and/or international event destinations.

Fanshawe College is geographically positioned to expose students to the extensive global event management industry, as London is home to a state of the art Convention Centre, Budweiser Gardens, The Western Fair District, international hotel brands, and the host of many local and international sport events. Students will visit these venues, network with industry professionals and gain hands-on experience in the event planning industry.

Learning Outcomes:
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:

• Plan an event portfolio with an evaluative component using the current tourism and event industry process and computer software
• Apply contemporary business administration skills including accounting, finance and cost control techniques to the operation of events and destination tourism planning
• Develop an assessment plan for a special event incorporating key performance indicators.
• Identify and plan for the distinctions between public and private sector roles and collaboration in the development of destination tourism and/or other special events.
• Apply knowledge of food and beverage service to the planning of special events.
• Develop a special event business plan including relevant costs, expected revenue and economic impact
• Support the provision of healthy, safe, and well-maintained events and tourism environments and substantiate the risk, liability and security needs of participants.
• Apply knowledge of the various tourism industry sectors and their necessary interactions, both with each other and with government and other regulating bodies, in the provision of tourism products and services.
• Apply human resources and leadership knowledge and skills, including managing the performance and development of staff and volunteers, to contribute to the management of a special event and/or destination tourism enterprise, and toward ongoing personal and professional development.
• Contribute to marketing effectiveness to promote successful operation of events and tourism enterprises.
• Create, plan and implement programs and activities that respond to identified needs and interests and maximize the delivery of personal, social, economic, and environmental benefits.

Logistics and Supply Chain Management is a one-year Ontario College Graduate Certificate (completed in two levels) designed for university and college graduates seeking a career in the supply chain sector.

The curriculum will focus on applied knowledge in the field of supply chain management within a global economy, encompassing the planning and management of all activities involved in procurement and all logistics management activities.  

Graduates of the program in Logistics and Supply Chain Management will be eligible to pursue a number of credentials within the supply chain management field.

Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:

• Apply knowledge of the functional components within logistics to the interrelationships in the integrated supply chain.
• Employ a working knowledge of best practices in supply chain management.
• Apply the basics of purchasing and supplier management to current best practices.
• Apply knowledge of forecasting and inventory management theories and methodologies.
• Use logistics technology tools and resources, in order to comply with the requirements of logistics/supply chain management.
• Utilize information technology systems proficiently to support logistics management decisions.
• Evaluate and select warehousing and transportation options and recommend appropriate solutions for business requirements.
• Apply the basics of financial management including cost and managerial accounting.
• Participate effectively in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of projects.
• Conduct business in compliance with relevant national and international law, legislation, regulations, safety requirements, and professional standards.
• Conduct business in the international marketplace.
• Apply understanding of human resources management and organizational behaviour to establish and maintain effective teamwork relationships.
• Communicate effectively, orally and in writing, as required in a business culture.
• Apply problem-solving and critical-thinking skills as required in logistics/supply chain management.
• Present oneself professionally to, and within, the marketplace.
• Apply knowledge of the relationship of customer service to logistics/supply chain management.
• Apply the basics of sales and marketing functions and their interrelationship within the supply chain.

Occupational Therapist Assistant/Physiotherapist Assistant is a two-year Ontario College Diploma program.  The program prepares students to work under the direction of Occupational Therapists and/or Physiotherapists to support the therapeutic assessment, treatment and care of clients.  Curriculum delivered through both web-facilitated classroom and laboratory instruction includes the role of the OTA/PTA in relation to clients musculoskeletal, cardiorespiratory, and neurological functions and conditions.  Students engage in three clinical placement opportunities throughout the program, including at least one placement each in an Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy setting.

This three-year co-operative program provides training in both the municipal and structural areas. The design of steel frame and reinforced concrete buildings is studied in the structural courses. Training is provided in materials testing and computer-aided drafting. Municipal topics include the design and construction of water distribution systems, storm, and sanitary sewerage networks, storm water management and highways. Theories for the treatment of water, sewage, and solid wastes are analyzed. Survey courses provide training in the use of high-tech survey equipment and techniques of plane surveying, as related to the Civil Engineering profession. Applied research activities by Professors expose students to real life engineering practices, challenges and solutions.

The Customer Relationship Marketing and Sales Management program responds to the growing need within business for a skill set that places the customer at the centre of business decisions. This skill is critical since marketing and sales success depends on attracting new customers while retaining and strengthening relationships with current customers.  

This one-year post-graduate certificate program provides students with a foundation in marketing and sales, with a focus on the examination and application of Customer Relationship Management (CRM) and Customer Experience (CX) best practices, strategies, tactics, tools, and techniques. Students will have an opportunity to apply industry standard business and marketing analytics and use CRM platforms to enhance the marketing and sales process.  Student will also learn strategies and tactics for account development in the field of sales and sales management.