The Mechanical Techniques (General Machinist) Undergraduate Certificate at Niagara College is designed for aspiring craftspeople eager to enter a high-demand machining field. You will develop the ability to set up and operate a wide variety of precision metal cutting and grinding machines, gaining broad-based knowledge and critical problem-solving skills essential for specialty machining industries. This program addresses the significant shortage of skilled machinists in the Niagara Region and across Ontario, offering you a direct pathway to a rewarding career.
You will study this program full-time on campus over one year, benefiting from hands-on experiential learning in current, large-scale facilities and labs. The curriculum is continuously updated to meet industry standards, ensuring you develop market-ready skills in areas like machine operations, safety, and computer numerical control (CNC) operation. You will graduate with the practical expertise and technical understanding to pursue roles such as a CNC operator, general machinist, or mould maker, contributing to vital manufacturing and industrial sectors.