Ontario College Diploma

Tuition is The standard tuition and compulsory fees for the current academic year: Fall 2026 Tuition Fees.

This two-year full-time program prepares students to work as industrial mechanics in manufacturing, power generation, food processing, and water treatment facilities. Students learn to build, install, maintain, and repair machinery using hand and machine tools. They gain skills in welding, pipe fitting, rigging, crane operations, fluid power systems, and electrical systems. The program includes hands-on training in a millwright shop with real-world applications.

Classes are delivered on campus with small class sizes and practical learning. Students complete core courses in mechanical systems, fluid power, industrial electricity, CAD, and statistics. A key part of the program is the fourth-semester capstone project, where students apply their knowledge to solve complex industrial problems. The curriculum also includes robotic repair and maintenance, a unique offering at St. Clair College.

Graduates qualify for credit toward the School of Industrial Millwright Mechanic Apprenticeship Training. They are ready for entry-level roles as millwrights or industrial technicians. Employment prospects are strong in industrial settings across Ontario. Students must meet admission requirements including Grade 12 math and physics.