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Learn more about the Bachelor of Engineering (Automation & Robotics) program

Algonquin College aims to transform hopes and dreams into lifelong success.group shot of engineering students posed around a work table filled with engineering tools and equipment To further this mission, the college is constantly striving to improve offerings to learners.

This includes expanding programs and opportunities. At the end of August, the first cohort from the Bachelor of Engineering (Automation and Robotics) program will graduate. Algonquin College is currently the only college in Ontario offering this program.

To mark National Engineering month, we take a closer look at this program.

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Learners spread kindness across the AC campuses  

For AC Kindness Week, Feb. 13 to Feb. 20, we asked Algonquin College learners how they spread kindness in their community. With an overwhelming number of responses, here are just a few of the things learners are doing to spread kindness.

  1. Complimenting one another
  2. Offering help to someone in need
  3. Setting aside time to catch up with a friend
  4. Speaking kindly to one another
  5. Being an active and attentive listener

If you’re interested in getting involved in your AC community and spreading kindness in a long-lasting and meaningful way, consider volunteering through the AC Volunteer Centre. Learn more about the Centre and how to get involved using this link.

What sort of things do you do to spread kindness in your community? Consider how you can spread that kindness all year long.

Happy Kindness Week!

Front-line workers looking after your heart

Hearts are delicate and require TLC. That tender loving care comes in manytwo female students in scrubs. One using a blood pressure cuff on the other to check blood pressure forms, including heart health and proper treatment and diagnosis.

If your heart needs some medical TLC, chances are you may meet a Registered Cardiology Technologist (RCT). An RCT is the front-line worker you will encounter regarding the diagnosis and treatment of heart arrhythmias and heart disease.

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