Building Systems Engineering Technician Seneca Polytechnic

Overview

Are you looking to make your mark on the world? Gain the hands-on experience required to make a difference, while learning how to manage buildings successfully and sustainably in a multitude of sectors. The  Building Systems Engineering Technician diploma program at  Seneca Polytechnic  is a two-year diploma program that prepares you with the skills and knowledge required to work in the building systems industry. Throughout this two-year program, you will learn to use various software tools, including AutoCAD and Revit, to model and design building systems. You will also be introduced to energy modelling software which is used to analyze building energy performance and efficiency.

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

In addition to practical skills, you will also learn about heating, air conditioning, refrigeration, air handling and control systems. You will gain an understanding of the principles of energy efficiency, including how to recommend energy-efficient solutions, as well as the exploration of emerging renewable energy technologies, which are a key component of the program.

Skills

Throughout this Building Systems Engineering Technician program at Seneca Polytechnic you will develop the following skills:

• Theory and practice of heating, air conditioning, refrigeration, air handling, electricity and control systems

• Awareness of environmental considerations

• Energy efficiency principles

• Building system software

Your Career

When you graduate from this program, these are the types of career options that you can explore:

• Building systems engineering technician

• Energy system operations practitioner

• Energy systems operator

• Energy auditor

• Facility operator and maintenance manager

• Waterworks and gas maintenance worker