Graduate Academic Certificate in Rail Electrification and Signaling

Overview

The Graduate Academic Certificate in Rail Electrification and Signaling provides specialized technical knowledge in two of the most critical components of modern railway systems: electrification and signaling. As global rail networks increasingly adopt electrified and automated systems, this certificate equips learners with the expertise to understand, and manage advanced power supply and train control technologies. The program emphasizes efficiency, sustainability, and safety, aligning with the evolving demands of the rail industry.

Admission Requirements

Entrance requirements are set at the same standard as the Master of Engineering in Systems and Technology graduate program

• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Technology, Sciences, or Software with at least a B average (equivalent to a McMaster 8.0/12 GPA) in the penultimate and final years.
• Recent IELTS or TOEFL scores (within the last 2 years) required for international students. Minimum IELTS score 6.5 overall (minimum requirement 5.5 in reading and writing and 6 in listening and speaking). Minimum TOEFL score is 88. Note that if your medium of instruction was English and this is documented on your transcripts, you do not need to submit an ELP test.

Course Requirements

• SEP 736 / Railway Electrification Infrastructure and Technology
• SEP 792 / Railway Signaling and Train Control

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  The Master of Engineering in Systems and Technology will permit students who have completed the Graduate Academic Certificates in Rail Electrification and Signaling, Rail Infrastructure and Operations, and/or Railway Systems and Assurance to stack those courses into the master’s program for advanced standing. Consistent with the Graduate Calendar, the Graduate Certificates must have been completed within five years prior to admission to the MEng in Systems and Technology.