Conestoga College

Food Processing Technician

Conestoga College

Faculty:Cambridge Campus
Degree:Diploma; Co-op
Field of Study:Food Technology and Processing
Length:16 Month(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $2,696
International: $15,026
Careers:Manufacturing Managers

Description:

If you are a hands-on, technically-minded individual looking for a fast-paced work environment, the field of food and beverage manufacturing and the Food Processing Technician Program is well-suited to you.

This 2–year accelerated Ontario College Diploma program is delivered over 4 consecutive terms of study and includes courses on industrial maintenance, drawings and schematics, machine technology, pumps, valves, motor controls and PLCs, as well as an introduction to food science, food processing methods, food safety, and an overview of the principles of food manufacturing.

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
  •  Grade12 English 
  •  Grade11 Mathematics 
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, OR 19 years of age or older with mature. Grade 12 compulsory English, C or U, or equivalent, OR Conestoga College Preparatory Communications (COMM1251). Grade 12 Mathematics, C or U, or equivalent, OR Conestoga College Preparatory Mathematics (MATH1420).
Test Scores:
  • International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 6.5] or Canadian Academic English Language Assessment [min. 70] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 88]
Additional Admission Requirements:
    To be considered for admission to the co-op stream, students are required to achieve a minimum overall 70% session weighted average in Level 1 with no dropped or failed courses.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

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