Education and Training

The Canadian Forces offers many entry plans for people that are potentially going to be military engineers, depending on the candidates qualifications. Candidates with university degrees can go through the Direct Entry Officer program, while ones that do not have degrees generally go through the Regular Officer Training Plan. Under the Regular Officer Training Plan, candidates get a university education at the Royal Military College (RMC) or at any civilian university. They also receive military and physical fitness training, and get taught a second language. The education and training is paid for, and cadets earn a monthly pay. Successful graduates have to help out with the Military for a service of 5 years. Candidates have to meet an average entry requirement before allowance to the RMC. The requirements are: they have to be Canadian citizens, have an O.S.S.D., and meet medical standards. They have to complete Basic Officer Training (boot camp) ontop of that. To be allowed to be apart of the Direct Entry Officer program, candidates must have at least a bachelor’s degree in a suitable subject. Those interested in military engineering need a Bachelor of Engineering degree in civil, mechanical, electrical, or environmental engineering, or a related field. Degrees in math, physics, or applied science may be considered. In some cases, close college diplomas may also be considered. Successful persons must complete Basic Officer Training and occupational training before getting a posting.


Other Suggested Qualifications:
To be a military engineer, it is reccomended that you like working with your hands and being outside no matter the weather. The possibility of being called into dangerous situations means you should have the ability to work well and think clearly under pressure. You need to have good leadership skills and participate in activities that demonstrate these skills. Getting involved in team and individual sports are great. During high school you should take courses in English, French, math, physics, and chemistry. An interest in math and science is important.

Suggested High School Subjects
Grade 9
English
Mathematics
Science
Social Studies
Computers
French
Health & Physical Education
Technology

Grade 10
English
Mathematics
Science
Social Studies
Personal & Career Development
Creative Arts
Computers
Health & Physical
Education Technology

Grade 11
English
Mathematics
Probability & Statistics
Chemistry
Physics
Social Studies
Computers
Health & Physical Education
Technology

Grade 12
English
Algebra & Geometry
Calculus
Chemistry
Physics
Social Studies
Computers
Health & Physical Education
Technology


Edited by Alex Gilmore