Cégep Limoilou offers Cert in Building Engineering, a certificate in Civil Engineering & Construction programme in Québec, Canada. The programme runs for 16 months.
At a glance
Degree:Certificate
Field:Civil Engineering & Construction
Duration: 16 months
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Last reviewed September 2026 ·
Program details
Overview
This attestation of college studies (AEC) in building engineering at Cégep Limoilou trains students to operate and maintain plumbing, heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning systems in buildings. Coursework covers interpreting plans and specifications, ensuring HVAC systems comply with applicable regulations, modelling technical installations, estimating costs, and maintaining and operating mechanical systems. The programme runs 16 months (1,320 hours), scheduled Monday to Friday, and concludes with a seven-week work placement in the final weeks of study. No prior experience in the field is required for admission, only a Diplôme d'études secondaires or equivalent training judged sufficient by the college. Graduates are prepared for roles as building-mechanics technicians, design drafters, or technical representatives, working for consulting firms, engineering firms, general contractors, and public or parapublic services.
Requirements
Admission Requirements: Applicants must hold a Diplôme d'études secondaires (DES), or equivalent training, or training and experience judged sufficient by the college. No prior experience in the field is required to enter the programme.
