General information
Mechanical engineering is one of the core engineering disciplines that overlaps with other engineering disciplines such as electrical, chemical, civil, computer and software, to name a few. It is interdisciplinary and one of the broadest engineering disciplines. Graduates are in high demand by various industries and employers.
The Aerospace specialization in the Mechanical Engineering program provides students with a solid foundation in the science and technology of flight. Developed on the principles of fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, materials, and control systems, this specialization introduces the core disciplines that enable the design and operation of aircraft and spacecraft.
Students will gain a deep understanding of aerodynamics, propulsion, structures, and flight dynamics. These skills are essential to the development of aerospace systems. The specialization integrates theoretical learning with applied problem-solving and relevant simulation tools used in the aerospace industry.
Engineering Co-operative Education
All our engineering programs include a co-op option, allowing students to gain valuable work experience before graduation. Work terms range from four to 16 months and can be completed throughout their degree.
Students who successfully complete three co-op work terms will graduate with a Co-operative Education designation on their degree parchment.
For more information, please see the Engineering Co-op section of this calendar or visit the Engineering Co-op website.
Engineering and Management
To help meet industry’s need for engineers with strong business skills, the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science offers Engineering and Management for each of its engineering programs. These programs address the growing demand for engineers with the leadership skills required to succeed in business and management.
Admission requirements
Admission is competitive. The specific average or standing required for admission varies from year to year. Students are selected by taking into consideration a wide range of criteria including school marks, distribution of subjects taken, and performance in subjects relevant to the academic program. Possession of the minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance. Preference will be given to applicants with the best qualifications.
Current Ontario secondary school students must complete the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) with six 4U or 4M credits including English (ENG4U) with a minimum average of 60 per cent, Advanced Functions (MHF4U), Calculus and Vectors (MCV4U), Chemistry (SCH4U), and Physics (SPH4U). In addition, a combined minimum 70 per cent average in math and science courses is required, with no grade below 60 per cent. All other applicants should refer to admissions for the requirements for their specific category of admission.
Note: students who are missing one or more of Calculus and Vectors (MCV4U), Chemistry (SCH4U), and/or Physics (SPH4U), may apply for admission to the pre-engineering program.
Professional designation
Our undergraduate engineering programs in the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science have been fully accredited by the Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board. Each graduate is eligible to apply for licensing as a professional engineer (PEng) in any province or territory in Canada. Note that our newest programs, Energy Engineering and Industrial Engineering , will go for accreditation in 2026-2027 when the first classes of students reach fourth year.
Program details and degree requirements
To be eligible for an honours Bachelor of Engineering degree in Mechanical Engineering - Aerospace specialization, students must successfully complete 129 credit hours, including all courses outlined here. For elective options, see the following list.
All courses in Year 1, are prerequisites to all non-elective courses in Year 3. This requirement will be strictly enforced.
All courses in Years 1 and 2, are prerequisites to all non-elective courses in Year 4. This requirement will be strictly enforced.
Although reasonable efforts will be made to adhere to the order and timing of courses as indicated, course requirements and term offerings may change. For the most up-to-date list of course offerings, please visit the faculty website at engineering.ontariotechu.ca.
*Electives
Engineering electives
Courses selected for the Engineering elective must be approved by the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science. Engineering courses from other engineering programs may be allowed as engineering electives provided students have the prerequisites and the courses extend the students’ knowledge through greater depth in an advanced area, or greater breadth in a complementary field. Not all of the listed Engineering electives will necessarily be offered every year.
The following are approved courses as Engineering electives:
Liberal Studies electives
Complementary studies, including courses in humanities, social sciences, arts, management, engineering economics, ethics and communication, are included in engineering programs to complement the technical content of the curriculum and thereby provide graduates with a broader perspective of their role in society. The inclusion of complementary studies also satisfies several accreditation criteria of the Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board. Courses or parts of courses covering engineering economics, ethics, and the impact of technology on society, as well as courses that develop the student’s capability to communicate orally, visually and in writing, are essential to the education of an engineer and therefore are included in all of our engineering programs.
Liberal studies electives are included in each engineering program to ensure adequate coverage of subject matter that deals with central issues, methodologies and thought processes of the humanities and social sciences. Such material is required in the education of an engineer. Liberal studies electives can include, but are not limited to, courses dealing with cultural analysis; historical analysis; literature and the arts; knowledge, cognition, and moral reasoning; and social and behavioural analysis.
Foreign language and business courses may not be used as liberal studies electives. Courses can be approved as liberal studies electives for students in engineering programs at the university by the Dean of the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science (or designate), in accordance with these principles.
Courses selected for the liberal studies electives must be approved by the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science. Liberal studies electives are subject to change. An updated list of liberal studies electives will be maintained online at engineering.ontariotechu.ca.
