This two-semester program will help students to prepare for a college trade or technology program, increase their skills and confidence in math, science, computers, and technical studies, and explore career options in trades and technology.

This program is designed to assist students who either lack the standard college prerequisites or who need to improve mathematical, technical, science or computer skills before entering a technical or trades program. This program includes a range of courses designed to help students explore career options in trades and technology, and to provide students with the skills necessary to enter a one-year trades program or a two-year or three-year technician/technology program.

Employment Opportunities

While students may find employment in any occupation requiring general education, or with firms which provide their own training, the majority of graduates are likely to continue their studies in other college programs.

Admission Requirements

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)

Or equivalent.

Or mature student status (an applicant who does not have a high school diploma or equivalent, and will have reached the age of 19 years on or before the start of the program). Mature students must undergo academic testing prior to admission into a program. Call the Admissions Office at 705-235-7222 for more details.

Program of Studies

Semester I
CM1803 Pre-Technology Communications I
MA1803 Pre-Technology Mathematics I
IN1093 Computer Applications for Business and Technology
GN1043 College Orientation
SC1803 Science for Trades and Technology I
IN1224 CAD 1

Semester II
CM2803 Pre-Technology Communications II
MA2803 Pre-Technology Mathematics II
GN1033 Health and Safety
SC2803 Science for Trades and Technology II
SU2803 Survey of Trades and Technology
SK2803 Skills for Trades and Technology

For program information:
Email: pretechpc@northern.on.ca