Diploma in Architectural Technician

at Loyalist College - Belleville Campus Canada

Early childhood education is a profession that offers a rewarding career and a wide range of employment opportunities. Registered early childhood educators are committed to supporting young children, their families and communities in settings designed to build and maintain inclusive, responsive relationships that support holistic development, optimal learning and well-being.

Experiential learning
Loyalist’s ECE program consistently ranks high in student and graduate satisfaction, combining theory with practice:

• Design and implement curriculum to meet the diverse learning needs of children at different stages.
• Learning emphasizes inclusive practices, partnerships with families, multiple intelligences and evidence-based practices.
• Get a range of experiences in community early learning programs for infants , toddlers, preschoolers and school-aged children.

From sustainable houses to sophisticated office buildings and community recreation centres, you can help design and build residential, commercial and institutional spaces that will shape our communities and the way people live.

Experiential learning

• Creative problem solving and real-world skills will build the buildings and cities of the future. In this program, students will learn the significance of architecture to human culture and how buildings are designed, developed and constructed.
• Learning combines studio work, classroom instruction and field trips to study the design and construction of major construction and renovation projects – working independently and in teams.
• Develop skills in manual and computer design and drafting (CADD), and then create 3D models using the latest software in our state-of-the-art design studios.
• During independent design projects, students determine a structure’s physical needs, and design solutions that creatively address the use of space, materials, codes, structure, construction methods, zoning and the environment.
• There will be an optional work integrated learning opportunity upon completion of semester four.
• In their last year, Technology students use 3D modelling software to design a public facility in a local community.

The field of electromechanical engineering and mechatronics reflects the integration of four areas in engineering: mechanical, electrical, electronics, and automation. Graduates of the Electromechanical Engineering Technician - Mechatronics program will have the skills and knowledge to enter the workforce in a wide variety of industrial environments and advanced manufacturing facilities, and may be involved with the design, implementation, maintenance and repair of robotic equipment and automation systems.

Experiential learning
Learn through practical training and hands-on learning experiences:

• Interpret and produce electrical, electronic, and mechanical drawings and other related technical documents and graphics for a variety of stakeholders in compliance with industry standards
• Fabricate and build electrical, electronic, and mechanical components and assemblies in accordance with operating standards, job requirements, and specifications
• Select and use a variety of troubleshooting techniques and equipment to assess, maintain, and repair electromechanical circuits, equipment, processes, systems, and subsystems
• Maintain and repair electrical, electronic, and mechanical components, equipment, and systems to
• Support the design and production of mechanical components by assisting in the specification of manufacturing materials and processes
• Apply, analyze, build, install, commission, and troubleshoot a variety of mechanical, electrical, and electronic control systems, logic and digital circuits, passive AC and DC circuits, and active circuits
• Install and troubleshoot basic computer hardware and programming to support the electromechanical engineering environment
• Maintain and troubleshoot automated equipment including robotic systems
• Establish and maintain inventory, records, and documentation systems to meet organizational and industry standards and requirements
• Select electromechanical equipment, components, and systems that fulfill job requirements and functional specifications
• Assist in applying quality control and quality assurance program procedures to meet organizational standards and requirements
• Work in compliance with relevant industry standards, laws and regulations, codes, policies, and procedures
• Develop strategies for ongoing personal and professional development to enhance work performance and to remain current in the field and responsive to emergent technologies and national and international standards
• Contribute as an individual and a member of an electromechanical engineering team to the effective completion of tasks and projects
• Students in the program will have an opportunity to obtain the two levels of the Siemens Mechatronic Systems Certification Program (SMSCP)

Paramedics are often the first people on the scene of an emergency. They balance compassion with critical decision-making skills and the ability to take command in a crisis and help save lives.

Experiential learning
Leveraging the best practices of paramedicine established from our Bancroft offering, the Belleville campus is excited to offer a traditional Monday through Friday delivery model utilizing our state-of-the-art, interprofessional simulation centres and experienced faculty to deliver more options to the Belleville community and its future first responders.

• Enhance your learning and engage in 'real-life’ clinical situations with a variety of technology solutions.
• Access all of the resources and facilities available through a main campus experience.

Community and justice services professionals often work with clients who find themselves at a crossroads. They work within the justice system – focusing on keeping people out of it through prevention, intervention and rehabilitation. Help build stronger, safer communities by helping people at risk gain the skills and support they need to make positive life choices.

Experiential learning
Our program adapts to emerging policies and best practices to prepare students for the workplace — with practical, hands-on learning:

• Sharpen your assessment and communication skills during scenario-based role-plays, emphasizing personal safety and the protection of staff, clients and the community.
• Visit adult and youth detention facilities and earn a certificate in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention. 
• Hear from guest speakers who share their real-life experiences with post-traumatic stress, suicide interventions and fetal alcohol spectrum disorder, as well as professionals working in group homes, federal and provincial corrections and sexual assault centres.
• Help clients across the spectrum of the justice system with a three-fold focus on prevention, intervention and reintegration.

Train for a career in the fast-paced and ever-changing automotive field with expertise that can be applied to motive power trades such as heavy equipment, small engine, marine, power sport, truck and coach and agricultural technician.

Experiential learning
Get a hands-on education that will prepare you for this trade:

• Learn by doing in Loyalist’s new state-of-the-art Bay of Quinte Skills Centre.
• Practise your skills on real vehicles and vehicle components in a safe learning environment.
• Gain practical knowledge of safe environmental practises and small business management.
• Enjoy extracurricular opportunities including the annual Show and Shine event, Drive to Survive, Santa Claus parade, Heels on Wheels, and the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show in Las Vegas.
• SEMA has invited Loyalist students to participate in its student placement program for the past seven years – the only College Automotive program in Canada to participate in the program.
• Selected parts of the course content mirrors that of the three levels of the Automotive Service Technician Apprenticeship program.

Radiation safety protection personnel monitor and control radiation exposure while implementing safety measures. Prepare for a career working together with physicists, occupational safety and health specialists, and public health officials in various nuclear, health care and natural environments.

How You'll Learn
The Radiation Safety program will include instruction in the following:

• Radiation physics
• Environmental radioactivity
• Radiological instrumentation
• Electronics of radiation detection equipment
• Radioactive waste management and control
• Safety and handling procedures
• Decontamination procedures
• Radioactivity testing and analysis
• Communication skills

The Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Techniques and Technician programs provide students with a balanced blend of theoretical knowledge and experiential learning to enable its graduates to install, service, maintain and update heating, refrigeration, and air conditioning systems. With multiple pathways to follow and a variety of career options to choose from, Loyalist's HRAC programs are designed to prepare its graduates to operate in an environment dominated by climate change, rising fuel costs, and sustainable choices.

How You’ll Learn
Experiential learning
In the Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (HRAC) Techniques program students will:

• Gain solid skills and knowledge in the design, operation and maintenance of energy-efficient, building environmental systems, in heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVAC/R).
• Learn to size, install, repair and maintain building environmental systems for the residential and light commercial sector.
• Develop practical skills through hands-on experience in Loyalist's labs, working on a wide range of furnaces, air conditioners, refrigeration equipment and other appliances, including the latest sustainable heating and cooling technology.
• Develop cross-disciplinary, industry-ready skills in soldering, wiring and electrical control circuitry and troubleshooting for HVAC and gas installations.
• Use computer-aided design software to assess building heating and cooling requirements, select appropriate equipment, review HVAC system drawings and specifications for the residential market and light commercial market and confirm building code requirements.

Child and youth care practitioners offer life-changing support to vulnerable children and youth. Prepare for a rewarding career helping young people by engaging with them in their everyday lives, building on their strengths, and empowering them to make positive changes. As a child and youth care practitioner, you have the opportunity to help youth find their own voice and make a profound difference in their lives.

Experiential Learning

• Participate in engaging and relevant learning experiences that prepare you for the child and youth care field. Develop the required knowledge, a rich skill set and a strong sense of self through learning in both classroom and practicum settings.
• Caring faculty guide learners in developing relational skills and a deep understanding of the wide variety of issues that young people face today.
• Explore the impact of mental health issues, trauma and loss, abuse, violence and poverty on children, youth and families and learn how to provide inclusive, non-judgmental support to a diverse group.
• Loyalist graduates are eligible for professional certification with the Ontario Association of Child and Youth Care.
• Experts from the field share their expertise about a variety of topics such as restorative practices, youth engagement, lived experience with mental health issues, trauma-informed practice, and supporting children, youth and families in various cultural communities.
• Students have completed placements in elementary and secondary schools, Bayfield Treatment Centres, Quinte Children’s Homes, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Quinte West Youth Centre and Canadian Mental Health Association, among other organizations.
• During their time in the program, students can earn industry-valued certifications to add to their professional portfolios, including Triple P Parenting, Safe Talk and DLE (Daily Life Events).

Before products hit the shelves, there’s a lot of work that goes on behind the scenes — from purchasing materials and coordinating inventory to the distribution of finished goods. As global trade widens and deepens, demand continues to rise for skilled workers in the areas of supply chain logistics and international trade compliance.

Experiential learning
Prepare hands-on for a career in supply chain management concentrating on trade compliance and logistics planning:

• Gain a depth of knowledge in customs, including compliance, risk management and the global movement of goods.
• Navigate international customs and business practices.
• Get applied knowledge of project management including planning and reporting, scheduling techniques, element interdependencies, and project costing and crashing.
• Explore consultative selling and marketing intelligence.
• Learn first hand during local field trips and presentations by guest speakers.
• Gain critical workplace experience with a four-week field placement.