The College of Engineering began with a small Department of Agricultural Engineering within the College of Agriculture in 1910. Civil Engineering classes were taught within the College of Arts and Science in 1912; a School of Engineering was established within the College one year later. The School "closed for the duration" in 1916 when the professor and all six students enlisted for war service. The School reopened in 1920 and obtained College status the following year. The Department of Agricultural Engineering became part of the College in 1924. In addition to offering a 4-year professional degree (Bachelor of Engineering), the College offers a graduate program and operates joint programs with several other departments. The following individuals have served as Dean: C.J. Mackenzie (1921-1943); R.A. Spencer [Acting] (1943-1944); R.A. Spencer (1944-1953); I.M. Fraser (1953-1958); A. Porter (1958-1961); J.B. Mawdsley (1961-1963); A.B. Booth (1963-1972); W.R. Staples [Acting] (1972-1974); P. Nikiforuk (1974- ).
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legacy ID f2083
This fonds contains material relating to the research work, students, faculty and administration of the College of Engineering and its departments. Included is material relating to professional engineering societies; the Engineering Institute of Canada; the Association of Professional Engineers of Canada; the American Society fro Testing Materials; records relating to government commissions; and material relating to the expansion of the engineering building.
Further accruals expected.
Personal material relating to faculty, staff, and students is restricted.
Finding aids available: by series, with file title lists.