Tech and Industry Skills Dalhousie University

Overview

Dalhousie University 's Tech and Industry Skills programme offers you the opportunity to master the latest techniques and systems that power our world.

Certificates and programmes

• Certificate in AutoCAD

Master the fundamentals of AutoCAD and gain the skills to produce professional engineering drawings with confidence. This three-course certificate is ideal for professionals who want to enter the drafting field or enhance their technical expertise. 

• Certificate in Construction Management

Acquire valuable skills in project planning, quality control, risk management, procurement, contracts, labour relations and more. This three-course certificate is perfect for professionals seeking management and leadership roles in the construction industry. 

• Certificate in Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC)

With this three-course certificate, you can develop a solid understanding of HVAC systems and requirements, including installation, balancing, maintenance and troubleshooting. Gain industry-relevant understanding of managing an active HVAC installation. 

• Certificate in Home Inspection

Gain the technical skills and communication savvy to inspect all the key components of a home with confidence. Earn your full certificate by completing ten required courses and become eligible to challenge the National Home Inspectors exam administered by The Examination Board of Professional Home Inspectors. 

• Certificate in Maintenance Management

Learn the elements of proper predictive and preventative maintenance in this three-course certificate. A powerful and specialized programme for maintenance management professionals which will give you state-of-the-art knowledge to save organizations time and money. 

• Certificate in Systems Engineering and Complex Project Management

This certificate provides foundational skills and knowledge to enhance and improve system design and project management. Learn about the product lifecycle, cross-functional processes, systems thinking, models and tools, and the integration of multi-disciplinary teams.

• Certificate in Technical Writing

Develop a versatile set of writing skills to convey your technical knowledge by mastering best practices for writing clear, compelling reports and other technical documents. Learn how to write for your audience by completing one required course and three electives. 

Standalone courses

• Incident Prevention and Investigation

Gain essential knowledge in accident prevention and investigation methodologies. Learn how to conduct thorough assessments and implement proactive safety measures. 

• Communication Skills for Knowledge Mobilization

This course will help you develop skills in knowledge mobilization—the process of moving research from the lab or library to the rest of the world, where it can make an impact. We'll explore knowledge translation (KMb) from both a high-level, strategic view and a ground-level perspective.