Get Oacett Certification

To become certified as a C.E.T. you will need to write a Technology Report (TR). The TR assesses your ability to describe and examine in detail an engineering technology or applied science problem. You must submit a proposal for approval before submitting the completed TR.

How much does a Engineering technologist make in Canada? The average engineering technologist salary in Canada is $67,957 per year or $34.85 per hour. Entry-level positions start at $53,489 per year, while most experienced workers make up to $84,156 per year.

A C.E.T. is an applied science, information or engineering technology professional who is capable of assuming responsibility. These individuals exercise independent judgment to perform technical tasks and solve problems in complex technological areas with limited direct supervision.

The Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT) is a non-profit, self-governing, professional association of over 21,000 members. OACETT is Ontario's independent certifying body for engineering and applied science technicians and technologists and confers the designations C.

Employment requirements Completion of a two- or three-year college program in mechanical engineering technology is usually required for mechanical engineering technologists. Completion of a one- or two-year college program in mechanical engineering technology is usually required for mechanical engineering technicians.

Graduation from an applied science, engineering, or information technology program accredited at the technologist level by Technology Accreditation Canada (TAC) or equivalent. At least 2 years of acceptable technical experience within the last 5 years. 3 professional references. Completion of a competency report.

For assistance, please email info@oacett.org, call 416-621-9621 or see the staff directory here. To maintain social distancing, we encourage members to call 416-621-9621 to make an appointment for meeting with staff.

Technologists are builders, while engineers are designers. An engineer's primary duties include developing concepts and solutions while technologists transform these concepts into final products.