Certificate in Applied Manufacturing Design Integration

Program Overview

The Applied Manufacturing Management - Design Integration Stream is a two-year Ontario College Graduate Certificate program that equips engineering graduates with leadership skills for the Canadian manufacturing sector. The program focuses on project management, design software, quality assurance, and process management techniques, preparing graduates for roles such as project manager, production manager, and operations manager in industries like automotive, aerospace, and pharmaceuticals.

Program Outline

The program focuses on teaching students how to manage manufacturing initiatives, incorporating quality assurance, process and project management techniques, and facing challenges from both operational and strategic perspectives.

• Objectives:
• Apply project lifecycle techniques and use complex manufacturing design software.
• Refine team management skills to meet Canadian industry goals.
• Gain exposure to real-life workplace situations through theoretical and practical courses.
• Work individually and in groups using current software to simulate the management of manufacturing initiatives.
• Focus on meeting challenges in a production environment from both operational and strategic perspectives.
• Code: 1483
• Delivery: Full-time
• Length: 2 years
• Start: September 2024
• Campus: Guelph
• Credential: Ontario College Graduate Certificate

Outline:

• Program content: The program covers various aspects of manufacturing management, including project management, design software, communications, human resources, and safety practices.
• Structure: The program is divided into three terms over two years.
Each term includes a combination of theoretical and practical courses.

Careers:

• Potential career paths: The program prepares graduates for leadership roles within the Canadian manufacturing sector, including positions such as project manager, production manager, and operations manager.
• Career opportunities: Graduates can find employment in various industries, including automotive, aerospace, food and beverage, and pharmaceuticals.
• Career outcomes: The program aims to equip graduates with the skills and knowledge needed for successful careers in manufacturing management.

Other:

• Academic school: Trades & Apprenticeship
• Awards & scholarships: Students may be eligible for various awards and scholarships offered by Conestoga College.
• Device & software requirements: The program requires students to have a device that meets certain specifications.