Electrical Engineering Technician (Co-op and Non Co-op Version) at Algonquin College

Use state-of-the-art equipment to obtain valuable career-ready skills.

The two-year Electrical Engineering Technician Ontario College Diploma program provides you with the essential knowledge and skills sought by employers in the industry. Develop skills in the design, installation, maintenance and repair of electrical systems from cable loops, phone and fire suppression systems to robotics and machinery.

Through a series of theory courses and extensive practical labs, you learn to use scientific and engineering principles, including:

• foundation of electrical principles, codes and regulations
• how to design, install and troubleshoot electromagnetic controls, electrical machinery and programmable controllers
• the different instrumentation options available and the applicable use for them
• an understanding of robotics and controls as well as industrial telecommunications
• critical thinking skills and an understanding of the environmental impact of technology
• AutoCAD and applications
• the different infrastructure requirements of distributed electrical systems or fire alarm system codes and standards, installation and maintenance
• fundamentals of mathematics, calculus, technical communications for engineers, programming and computer applications
• project management and leadership skills

OACETT (Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists) recognizes this program as meeting the academic requirements for certification in the Certified Technician (C.Tech) category. While a student, you are encouraged to register as an Associate member of OACETT.

Graduates of the Electrical Engineering Technician program may pursue the Electrical Engineering Technology Ontario College Advanced Diploma to further open career options in the electrical engineering field. The advanced diploma also creates an opportunity to transfer into year 3 of the Electrical Engineering program at Lakehead University.

This program prepares you to work in a wide variety of careers in the electrical industry, including in areas such as electrical testing and maintenance, manufacturing and electrical automation.

Graduates may work in the electrical engineering field as a(n):

• electrical designer
• electrical technician/technologist electrical engineering technologist
• robotics technician
• instrumentation and Controls (I&C) technician
• automation engineering technologist
• control/automation technician
• instrument Technician

SUCCESS FACTORS

This program is well-suited for students who:

• Enjoy applying physical and chemical laws and practising logic to find solutions to physical problems.
• Seek variety and opportunity in their career.
• Have strong observational and analytical skills.

Careers

Graduates may find employment as Electrical Engineering Technicians in the following areas: design and testing, manufacturing, installation and/or supervision, diagnostics and analysis of electrical, communication, utilities, and fire protection equipment and systems.

Learning Outcomes

The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:

1. Interpret and produce electrical and electronics drawings including other related documents and graphics.
2. Analyze and solve routine technical problems related to electrical systems by applying mathematics and science principles.
3. Use, verify, and maintain instrumentation equipment and systems.
4. Assemble, test, modify and maintain electrical circuits and equipment to fulfill requirements and specifications under the supervision of a qualified person.
5. Install and troubleshoot static and rotating electrical machines and associated control systems under the supervision of a qualified person.
6. Verify acceptable functionality and apply troubleshooting techniques for electrical and electronic circuits, components, equipment, and systems under the supervision of a qualified person.
7. Analyze, assemble and troubleshoot control systems under the supervision of a qualified person.
8. Use computer skills and tools to solve routine electrical related problems.
9. Assist in creating and conducting quality assurance procedures under the supervision of a qualified person.
10. Prepare and maintain records and documentation systems.
11. Install, test and troubleshoot telecommunication systems under the supervision of a qualified person.
12. Apply health and safety standards and best practices to workplaces.
13. Perform tasks in accordance with relevant legislation, policies, procedures, standards, regulations and ethical principles.
14. Configure installation and apply electrical cabling requirements and system grounding and bonding requirements for a variety of applications under the supervision of a qualified person.
15. Assist in commissioning, testing and troubleshooting electrical power systems under the supervision of a qualified person.
16. Select electrical equipment, systems and components to fulfill the requirements and specifications under the supervision of a qualified person.
17. Apply project management principles to assist in the implementation of projects.
18. Identify and apply discipline-specific practices that contribute to the local and global community through social responsibility, economic commitment and environmental stewardship.

Program Eligibility

• English, Grade 12 (ENG4C or equivalent).
• Mathematics, (Grade 12 MCT4C) or (Grade 11 MCR3U) or equivalent.
• Applicants with Grade 12 (MAP4C with a grade of 60% or higher) or Grade 11 (MCF3M with a grade of 50% or higher) will be required to take additional preparatory mathematics as part of their program of study.
• Applicants with international transcripts must provide proof of the subject specific requirements noted above and may be required to provide proof of language proficiency. Domestic applicants with international transcripts must be evaluated through the International Credential Assessment Service of Canada (ICAS) or World Education Services (WES).
• IELTS-International English Language Testing Service (Academic) Overall band of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each band; OR TOEFL-Internet-based (iBT)-overall 80, with a minimum of 20 in each component: Reading 20; Listening 20; Speaking 20; Writing 20.

Should the number of qualified applicants exceed the number of available places, applicants will be selected on the basis of their proficiency in English and mathematics.