École de technologie supérieure /

Founded in 1974, the École de technologie supérieure is part of the Université du Québec system. Specialized in applied teaching in engineering and technology transfer to companies, it teaches engineers and researchers who are recognized for their practical and innovative approach. In any given year, 25% of all engineers receiving a diploma from an engineering school or faculty in the province of Québec graduate from the ETS. Hence, it is ranked first in Quebec and third in Canada for the total number of engineering diplomas awarded annually. The ETS is currently located at 1100 Notre-Dame Street West in Montreal, the site of a former O'Keefe Brewery, which was transformed to house the school. It has two buildings devoted to education programs and research activities. The school features cooperative education in all of its undergraduate programs. The bachelor's programs have all been accredited by the Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board (CEAB). Each year, the ETS graduates the largest number of engineers in Quebec and third largest in Canada. Students can choose to specialize in the following disciplines: Construction Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Information Technology