Okanagan College tech programs earn national accreditation

Four of Okanagan College’s engineering technology programs have earned a new national accreditation.

The accreditation is designed to help create streamlined pathways toward professional certification for graduates.

Technology Accreditation Canada’s executive director, Richard Stamper, visiting OC’s Kelowna campus recently to present the certificates.

“TAC congratulates Okanagan College on its exemplary leadership with four programs accredited,” remarked Richard Stamper, TAC Executive Director.

“This significant achievement demonstrates the college’s commitment to its students, faculty, industry and government and signifies that the program aligns with the current standards of the profession.”

OC’s Civil Engineering Technology, Electronic Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology and Water Engineering Technology programs were the ones that received accreditation.

Each of the four programs has a highly engaged faculty committed to student success, delivering a broad curriculum that provides graduates with plenty of employment opportunities.

An audit noted that OC grads enter the workplace with strong technical, problem solving and time management skills, along with a solid awareness of health and healthy practices.

This new accreditation will provide OC students with a streamlined pathway towards professional certification as an Applied Science Technologist.

Yvonne Moritz, OC’s Dean of Science, Technology and Health, said this re-affirms for the students that the knowledge and skills they acquire at the College meet the highest employer standards.