📖Introduction

Conestoga College is a public college located in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada. It offers more than 200 programs in various fields such as Engineering, Business, Health Sciences, Information Technology, Media and Design, and Community Services.

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📚About the Program

Bachelor’s in Building Systems Engineering at Conestoga College

The Bachelor of Engineering - Building Systems Engineering (BSE) program delivered at the honours level, is accredited by the Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board (CEAB) allowing graduates to become professional engineers after completing their mandatory work experience and writing a professional practice exam. This paid co-op program explores the present and future of modern, energy efficient and sustainable buildings with increasingly complex operational systems. The BSE program targets motivated individuals looking for challenging careers in design and integration of building systems, energy, and utilities as well as building operations and facilities management. Delivered using a project-based learning environment, the BSE program allows students to solve real-world problems by integrating mechanical, electrical and control engineering knowledge with environmental, business, project management concepts and team dynamics skills. The three co-op work terms and the increasingly complex projects, strategically integrated with academic semesters, enhance students’ skills and job readiness. Show less
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📖Program Curriculum

Courses
Level 1
Course details
Chemistry
CHEM72005

Conestoga 101
CON0101

Project 1A - Building Science
DSGN71140

Foundation Module (Building Systems Engineering)
FND71080

Calculus for Engineering
MATH71561

Building Materials and Processes
MATR71030

Physics - Mechanical
PHYS71095

Introduction to Natural Sciences
SCIE71000

Group Dynamics
SOC71500

Level 2
Course details
Heating and Cooling Load Calculations and Psychrometrics
BES71000

Project 1B - Building Envelope and System Design
DSGN71150

Scientific and Technical Communications
ENGL71200

Linear Algebra
MATH71000

Statics and Strength of Materials
MATR71025

Physics
PHYS71020

Level 3
Course details
Fire and Smoke Control
BES72000

Co-op and Career Preparation
CEPR71050

Project 2A - Commercial Building
DSGN72250

Electrical and Electronic Foundations
ELCN71025

Advanced Calculus
MATH71570

Strength of Materials II
MATR72050

Project Management, Methods and Tools
MGMT72120

Level 4
Course details
Project 2B - Duct, Piping and Plumbing Systems
DSGN72260

Differential Equations
MATH73010

Numerical Methods
MATH73210

Fluid Mechanics
MECH72125

Dynamics
MECH72130

Thermodynamics
MECH73115

Programming Fundamentals
PROG72355

Level 5
Course details
Co-op Work Term 1 (BEng-Building Systems Engineering)
COOP72030

Level 6
Course details
Co-op Work Term 2 (BEng-Building Systems Engineering)
COOP73220

Level 7
Course details
Electric Motors and Drives
CNTR73025

Elements of Design and Vertical Movement
DSGN73070

Project 3A - Electrical and Lighting
DSGN73080

Heat Transfer and Refrigeration
MECH73000

Electives: Program Option
Student must pass 1 Course(s), selected in the Student Portal from available course options
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Please note that all courses may not be offered in all semesters. Go to your student portal for full timetabling details under "My Courses".
Microprocessors and Embedded Systems
CNTR73140

Artificial Intelligence
CNTR73150

Finite Element Analysis
DSGN74045

Digital Signal Processing
ELCN73010

Advanced Technical Elective I
ENGG74020

Advanced Technical Elective II
ENGG74030

Value Engineering and Life Cycle Costing
ENGG74100

Advanced Manufacturing Processes
MANU73020

Composite Materials
MATR73000

Operations Management
OPER73240

Introduction to Welding
WELD73295

Level 8
Course details
Control Systems
CNTR73015

Sensors and Instrumentation
CNTR73170

Project 3B - Building Control Systems
DSGN73090

Energy Conversion and Renewable Energy
ENGG73000

Commissioning, Operations and Data Analytics
INFO73000

Probability and Statistics
MATH74005

Level 9
Course details
Co-op Work Term 3 (BEng - Building Systems Engineering
COOP74120

Level 10
Course details
HVAC Pressure Piping Design
DSGN74080

Capstone Project A
DSGN74090

Economics for Engineers
ECON74000

Law, Ethics and Professional Practice
LAW74600

Electives: Interdisciplinary
Student must pass 1 Course(s), selected in the Student Portal from available course options
Interdisciplinary Elective Details
Electives: Program Option
Student must pass 1 Course(s), selected in the Student Portal from available course options
VIEW PROGRAM OPTION ELECTIVES
Please note that all courses may not be offered in all semesters. Go to your student portal for full timetabling details under "My Courses".
Microprocessors and Embedded Systems
CNTR73140

Artificial Intelligence
CNTR73150

Finite Element Analysis
DSGN74045

Digital Signal Processing
ELCN73010

Advanced Technical Elective I
ENGG74020

Advanced Technical Elective II
ENGG74030

Value Engineering and Life Cycle Costing
ENGG74100

Advanced Manufacturing Processes
MANU73020

Composite Materials
MATR73000

Operations Management
OPER73240

Introduction to Welding
WELD73295

Level 11
Course details
Financial and Managerial Accounting
ACCT74100

Capstone Project B
DSGN74100

Energy Management, Planning and Modelling
ENGG74010

Fluid Dynamics and Turbo Machinery
MECH74000

Topics in Management
MGMT74115

Science, Technology and Society
SOC71045

Electives: Interdisciplinary
Student must pass 1 Course(s), selected in the Student Portal from available course options
Interdisciplinary Elective Details
Program outcomes
Apply university level mathematics, natural sciences, and engineering fundamentals to solve engineering problems involving building systems.
Apply critical thinking to identify, formulate, analyze, and solve complex engineering problems to reach substantiated conclusions that are supported by appropriate research.
Conduct investigations relating to natural science, mechanical, and building systems using methods that incorporate appropriate research and experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of information to reach substantiated conclusions.
Creatively transform ideas and concepts into robust engineering solutions that meet stakeholder/occupant requirements specifically considering health and safety risks, applicable standards and codes, and economic, environmental, cultural and societal constraints.
Design, model, analyze, simulate, implement, and integrate building systems using concurrent design principles to realize solutions that conform to design specifications and stakeholder/occupant requirements ensuring compatibility with current industry equipment and trends.
Create, select, adapt, and develop appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering tools for the design, analysis, simulation, evaluation, and implementation of building systems, and apply them appropriately giving consideration to their associated limitations.
Apply concepts of human relations and organizational behaviour to establish and maintain effective relationships using leadership, interpersonal, group dynamics and conflict resolution skills across diverse teams and groups.
Communicate complex engineering concepts within the profession and with society at large using oral, graphic and print media methods to produce effective reports, design documentation, and instructions.
Interpret and adhere to professional, ethical, and legal codes of practice in compliance with industrial, labour and environmental legislation to protect the public and public interest.
Apply the concepts of sustainability, environmental stewardship, and an awareness of societal impacts, including an appreciation for the interactions and uncertainties involved, to design and development activities.
Apply professional ethics, accountability and equity to demonstrate value, and respect of diversity across global, and societal contexts.
Integrate engineering skills and knowledge with current business practices to manage risk and contractual obligations, and provide economically sound engineering solutions.
Effectively manage enterprise resources through planning, organizing, staffing, directing, motivating, leading, monitoring and controlling.
Identify and address individual needs for continuing education and professional development to maintain technical and professional competence and to contribute to the advancement of knowledge

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🏫About Conestoga College

Conestoga College is a public college located in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada. It was established in 1967 as the Conestoga College of Applied Arts and Technology and currently offers over 200 certificate, diploma, degree, and post-graduate programs to over 16,500 full-time students and 30,000 part-time students. The college is known for its programs in engineering technology, health sciences, information technology, media, design, and community services. Conestoga College has several campuses in the Waterloo Region, including the Doon (Kitchener), Cambridge, and Waterloo campuses, as well as satellite locations in Stratford, Ingersoll, Guelph, and Brantford. The college also offers online courses and distance education programs. The college has a strong focus on applied learning and hands-on training, with state-of-the-art facilities and equipment to support experiential learning. Conestoga College has partnerships with various organizations, including local businesses and industries, to provide students with co-op and internship opportunities, allowing them to gain practical work experience and develop industry connections. The college has also received recognition for its commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship.

🏠 Accommodation

You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.

You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.

How to book:

  • Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let us know your choice when you apply).
  • Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before arriving. You can arrive a few days before and book it
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💰 Fees

Application Fee:

570 RMB

Tuition fee:

4,716 USD per year

18,863 USD in total

Entry Requirements

You are not eligible to apply to this program because:

The minimum age is 18.

English fluency is required.
You need to be either:
- A native English speaker
- Studied a degree in English before
- Can demonstrate a high level of English
- Having an English certificate such as IELTS level 6 or TOEFL 95 and above is an advantage.

Minimum education level: High School.

The program is competitive, you need to have a high grades of Average A, 70%, or a high GPA.

All students from all countries are eligible to apply to this program.

Is this not correct? You can edit your profile or contact us.
Or see the list of programs you are eligible for here .
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📬 Admissions Process

3 Steps to Apply to a University

Application step 1

Application step 2

Application step 3

Please choose the programs here , "You are advised to select 2-3 programs to increase your chances of getting accepted.

Required Documents:

  • English Language Certificate
  • Your Highest Academic Transcript (in English)
  • Your Photograph
  • Your Graduation Certificate (in English)
  • Your Passport Copy

Preparing documents:

You can start your application now and send the application documents during your application. Some documents you can send later if you don’t have them right away. Some more info about preparing application documents is here

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Application process:

Applying Online is simple in just a few steps. More information is available here.

The first steps are to choose the programs, pay the application fee and upload the application documents.

Once submitted to Global Admissions, we will review your application within 2-3 days and proceed to the university or ask you for further clarification

After it has been processed to the university you will receive your unique application ID from each university.

The university may contact you directly for further questions.

We will then follow up each week with the university for updates. As soon as there is any update we will let you know. If you have made other plans, decide to withdraw / change address at any time please let us know.

After you have been accepted you will receive your admissions letter electronically and asked to pay the non-refundable deposit to the university.

Once you have paid the deposit the university will issue you the admissions letter and visa form to your home country.

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Here is some more information about the enrollment process after you have been accepted.

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