SSL 100 - Foundations Tier (Level 1) - Certificate in Engineering Leadership

Engineering Leadership Program

Course Description

The Foundations Tier is the first level of the Certificate in Engineering Leadership, a 3-year co-curricular certificate program.

The Foundations Tier takes place during the Fall & Winter semesters of every school year. Through engaging in self-directed modules, students will learn foundational leadership skills: self-awareness, effective communication & teamwork. Students participate in events & sessions that take place on average once a month. These sessions are typically 1.5 - 2 hours, offered online asynchronously. Total involvement hours are approximately 20.

By fulfilling requirements, students can:

earn a digital badge for the successful completion of the Foundations tier (can be displayed on LinkedIn/resume)
earn a Certificate of Recognition by participating in all 3 tiers/levels of the program (Foundations Tier, Development Tier, Excellence Tier)
continue their leadership learning and development

Foundations tier, Certificate in Engineering Leadership components:

Kickoff event
6 core workshops
2-term reflections & surveys
Full day conference (a Saturday in March/April)

Notes

REGISTRATION:

First time users will be asked to login or create a new account. Under "Known UCID / Other Names on Record (if any)" please make sure to input your UCID. This is critical with ensuring that you are registered properly and can access the leadership course on D2L.

Registration for students brand new to the Engineering Leadership Program in the 2025-2026 year occurs by enrolling in SSL 100 - 006: Foundations Tier (Level 1).

Registration is free, and the deadline to register is Friday, Sept. 26 @ 11:59 pm.

Any questions? E-mail schulich.leadership@ucalgary.ca

Prerequisites

Schulich engineering undergraduate student in any year

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SSL 100 - 006

Sep 15, 2025

Available

Program

Sep 15, 2025 to Apr 30, 2026

20.0

No Cost non-credit

$0.00

Required Software

Access to cellphone and laptop/desktop computer with audio/visual capacity for virtual workshops and self-directed modules.

Section Notes

Registration for students brand new to the Certificate in Engineering Leadership Program in the 2025-2026 year occurs by enrolling in SSL 100 - 006.

The actual dates/times of events and workshop offerings will be communicated by e-mail on a regular basis during the Fall & Winter semesters. In addition, details of events and workshops will be posted on the D2L course for the Foundations Tier.

The sessions for this Tier will be offered as self-directed modules, which will allow students increased flexibility with meeting requirements.