Program information session
Learn more about this program and get answers to any questions you have!
Duration
3 years
Location
Davis Campus
(Brampton)
-
Overview
-
Courses
-
Admission Requirements
-
Careers
-
Co-op
-
Fees & Financial Aid
-
Learning Outcomes
Put chemistry to work in the lab and at the industrial scale.
Program Overview
Stand out with Sheridan
Sheridan's Chemical Engineering Technology advanced diploma offers education in both lab and industry areas, but stands out for its emphasis on true chemical engineering. Our strong focus on careers that involve complex, industrial-scale processes distinguishes Sheridan from other chemical engineering college programs.
Gain career-ready skills
In Sheridan's Chemical Engineering Technology advanced diploma program, you'll acquire a broad range of fundamental skills that include:
- Instrumental analysis and analytical chemistry
- Organic, inorganic and physical chemistry
- Design and operation of chemical processes
- Environmental science
- Process control
Practical, career-oriented learning
Sheridan emphasizes practical, hands-on learning in laboratory settings and industrial environments. You'll work directly with state-of-the-art chemical engineering and laboratory equipment, providing you with the advanced skills that are sought after by industry.
Additional information
Chemical industries include pharmaceuticals, energy, plastics, paints, fuels, metals and food – an extremely broad range.
You'll also gain a flexible set of skills that apply across a range of chemical engineering career paths. Sheridan offers a tightly integrated suite of chemical engineering college programs and chemistry programs; you can easily transfer your Chemical Engineering credits to the Chemical Laboratory Technician, Environmental Technician, and Chemical Engineering Technology – Environmental programs. Some graduates go on to study chemistry or chemical engineering at university. Depending on the university, and the choice of program, they may receive transfer credits for their study at Sheridan.
On the laboratory side, careers are found in research and development, quality control, production support, and technical service and sales. On the industrial side, careers range from plant operations (using the latest in computer control systems) to technical sales and service for industrial equipment and chemicals. Chemical Engineering Technology graduates may work their way up to supervisory and management positions in both the laboratory and industry.
Graduates have completed all the academic requirements for professional certification with the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT). Additional requirements for certification exist and are established by OACETT. Graduates are also eligible for membership in the Chemical Institute of Canada.
The program includes a work/study co-op option, offering valuable professional experience and contacts. Enrolment is limited. See Cooperative Education for details.
Chemical Engineering Technology courses are taught at the Davis Campus in Brampton, Ontario.
Explore your future classroom
As a student in Chemical Engineering Technology you’ll work in labs designed to imitate the real-world workplace. Want a sneak preview? Take a virtual tour of our Chemical Engineering Labs.
Book a campus tour
Faculty
Faculty of Applied Science & Technology
Designation
Ontario College Advanced Diploma
Duration
3 years (6 semesters)
Location
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
Courses
Creative, innovative learning is at the core of all Sheridan’s courses. Here are the courses you’ll take in this program.
-
Semester 1
CODE TITLE CREDITS CHEM 16682 Applied Chemistry 1 6 CHEM 10371 Lab Techniques 4 ENGI 19282 Electricity 1 3 MATH 13314 Introductory Mathematics for Chemical Sciences 3 SCIE 16007 Environmental Science 3 General Education Elective 3 Total credits: 22
-
Semester 2
-
Semester 3
-
Semester 4
-
Semester 5
-
Semester 6
Courses subject to change.
Current students should refer to their Academic Requirements in myStudentCentre to track their academic progress and outstanding course requirements.
Book a campus tour
Faculty
Faculty of Applied Science & Technology
Designation
Ontario College Advanced Diploma
Duration
3 years (6 semesters)
Location
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
Admission Requirements
Program Eligibility
Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent, including these required courses:
- One English, Grade 12 (ENG4C or ENG4U)
plus
- One Chemistry, Grade 11 (U) or Grade 12 (C)
- One Math Grade 12 (U) or Math Grade 12 Mathematics for College Technology (MCT4C) or Math Grade 11 Functions (MCR3U) or Functions and Applications (MCF3M)
or
Applicants who do not meet the admission requirements will be invited to complete pre-admission tests in mathematics and English. Applicants asked to take the test are considered for admission to Term 1 contingent on receiving a minimum grade of 60% in both the pre-admission mathematics/English tests.
Applicants lacking the Mathematics admission requirement for this program may wish to upgrade their Mathematics prior to application. For upgrading information, please contact us.
Applicants may also consider applying to our Technology Fundamentals program. Successful completion of this program will meet the Mathematics requirement and will provide a broader sense of the Science and Technology fields.
Applicant Selection
Eligible applicants will be selected on the basis of their previous academic achievement (the average of their six highest senior-level credits, including required courses), and/or results of pre-admission testing.
Applicants who do not meet the admission requirements for this program may be advised individually regarding other related programs.
Admission at an Advanced Level (Direct Entry)
Students may apply for admission at an Advanced Level (Direct Entry) to Year 2 of this program if they have relevant credits from a university or college. Students have to complete certain courses from Year 1 prior to graduation.
English Language Proficiency
All applicants whose first language is not English must meet Sheridan’s English proficiency requirements.Book a campus tour
Faculty
Faculty of Applied Science & Technology
Designation
Ontario College Advanced Diploma
Duration
3 years (6 semesters)
Location
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
Career Opportunities
Chemical Engineering Technology graduates may work with chemists and engineers in laboratory and industrial areas of the chemical industries.
Book a campus tour
Faculty
Faculty of Applied Science & Technology
Designation
Ontario College Advanced Diploma
Duration
3 years (6 semesters)
Location
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
Co-op
Students in this program may apply to the co-op program during their third academic semester. Enrolment in the co-op program is limited through an additional co-op application process that takes place during second year. Students in the co-op program are eligible to complete three co-op work terms prior to graduation. The program-specific academic standard required for participation in co-op can be found here: Academic Standards for Co-op and Internship.
Co-operative Education is a form of work-integrated learning that links classroom learning with paid or unpaid work experience within a professional environment. Co-op work terms are related specifically to the academic studies of each student. The work terms provide an opportunity to learn by doing. You’ll apply theory to practice, develop a meaningful view of the working world, and cultivate an awareness of yourself as a professional.
Students receive in-class and 1-on-1 career education support to help prepare for the work term. The co-op component is delivered by Sheridan’s Co-operative Education Office, which facilitates over 1,800 Co-op/Internship work terms per year Sheridan-wide.
Learn more about Cooperative Education and Internships at Sheridan.
Book a campus tour
Faculty
Faculty of Applied Science & Technology
Designation
Ontario College Advanced Diploma
Duration
3 years (6 semesters)
Location
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
Program Fees
Fees shown here are estimates only. Fees are in Canadian dollars and include tuition, health insurance and ancillary charges.
The fees shown here are for the 2024–2025 academic year, and are subject to change. The fees displayed are for the first two (2) academic semesters of study at Sheridan unless otherwise noted; fees for subsequent semesters are not reflected on this website.
Fees for Canadian students
$4,503.45Notes: Co-op students must pay an additional fee of $535 in the term prior to each co-op work term.
Fees for International students
$18,262.45Financial Aid & Awards
Your education is a big investment, and we're here to help! Keep an eye on our Financial Aid & Awards page for regular updates, and check out these important links:
- Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP)
- Scholarships, awards and bursaries
- Work Study Assistance Program
International Entrance Scholarship
All new international students* beginning their full-time postsecondary studies (Year 1, Semester 1) in Spring 2024, Fall 2024 or Winter 2025 semesters will receive an entrance scholarship ranging from $1,000 to $3,000.
*ESL and programs with tuition reduction are excluded
Book a campus tour
Faculty
Faculty of Applied Science & Technology
Designation
Ontario College Advanced Diploma
Duration
3 years (6 semesters)
Location
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- Perform all work in compliance with relevant statutes, regulations, standards, practices and guidelines.
- Implement, co-ordinate and evaluate quality control and quality assurance procedures to meet organizational standards and requirements.
- Troubleshoot industrial or chemical processes and laboratory equipment.
- Solve complex problems and perform tasks by applying principles of mathematics, physics, chemistry and chemical engineering.
- Perform, co-ordinate, implement and validate laboratory procedures to conduct quantitative and qualitative analyses and tests.
- Prepare and purify compounds using standard synthesis and purification procedures.
- Maintain and control industrial or chemical processes and assist with their design using chemical engineering principles.
- Analyze and interpret data using statistical methods.
- Select and use current technologies in chemical engineering tasks and projects.
- Prepare, modify, interpret and present technical documents for chemical engineering applications.
- Apply best practices for sustainability.
- Develop strategies for ongoing personal and professional development to enhance work performance in a multi-disciplinary workplace.
Book a campus tour
Faculty
Faculty of Applied Science & Technology
Designation
Ontario College Advanced Diploma
Duration
3 years (6 semesters)
Location
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
Fall Open House events
Saturday, November 16, 2024 | Oakville
Sunday, November 17, 2024 | Brampton and Mississauga
Come get a feel for your future.
Program availability
Domestic
International
Ontario College Advanced Diploma
Optional Co-opFull-time 3 years Program code: PCETY
| Start date | Campus | Delivery | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | Davis Campus (Brampton) |
In Person
|
Domestic Closed
International Closed
|
| Jan 2026 | Davis Campus (Brampton) |
In Person
|
Domestic Closed
International Closed
|
Explore your future campus with a 360° virtual tour
Get to know the places and spaces that are part of the Sheridan experience.
Get a feel for your future
Find your fit and choose with confidence. Choosing the right education is a big decision. At Sheridan we’re committed to providing you with the learning, support and services you need to achieve your goals and reach your full potential. Take a look around, and please connect with us if you have any questions!
-
Check out our Digital Viewbook 2025–26
Learn about Sheridan’s campuses, programs, support services, alumni and more.
-
Sign up for a webinar
Join us for a webinar and get answers to those questions on your list.
-
Book a Campus Tour
In-person tours are offered at all three of Sheridan's campuses. Book your campus tour today!
You might also be interested in:
Not sure which program to take?
In 5 easy steps, discover your career preferences — then find programs that could be a great fit!
Have a question? Contact us.
We’re happy to help with any questions you may have. Give us a call at any of these numbers and select Option 4 after the prompt, or simply fill out the contact form and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.
905-845-9430 (Oakville/Mississauga)
905-459-7533 (Brampton)
Contact Centre hours of operation:
Monday–Thursday, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.