Electrical Engineering Technician Program

Niagara College Schools Technology Program Electrical Engineering Technician

About this program

Credential Awarded: 2 Year Diploma
Campus: Welland
Code: 0709 P0709
Delivery Length: 2 Years

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* Domestic applicants include Canadian citizens, permanent residents and Convention refugees.

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Overview

Do you have an interest in developing advanced electrical and electronic equipment to help power new systems?

As an Electrical Engineering Technician graduate, you work closely with engineers on the design and development of the innovative technology used for communications, power systems, computers and monitoring systems in a wide variety of fields.

Highlights

Gain a solid understanding of electrical power systems, machines and programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and benefit from learning about new trends in electrical motor controls, power electronics and renewable energy.
Receive practical, hands-on experience in state-of-the-art labs.
Graduates with relevant experience can apply for the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT) certification.

Career Opportunities

Electrical contractor
Electrical equipment manufacturer
Electrical supplier
Lab technician
Maintenance supervisor
Quality control supervisor
Technical specialist

Courses

Term one (2024 Fall)
Code	Course Name	Credits
COMM1120	Introduction to Writing and Communicating in the Workplace	3
CTEC1184	Computer Concepts	3
ELEC1124	Electrical I	5
MATH1134	Mathematics I for the School of Technology Studies	4
MMFG1178	CAD and Manufacturing	4
Elective Information
Completion of additional General Education elective 1 course required

Term two (2025 Winter)
Code	Course Name	Credits
ELEC1232	Electrical II	5
ELNC1210	Electronic Devices	5
ELNC1221	Networking and Data Communications	3
ELNC1224	Digital Systems	4
MATH1231	Mathematics II for Technicians and Technologists	4
Elective Information
Completion of additional General Education elective 1 course required

Term three (2025 Fall)
Code	Course Name	Credits
ELEC1323	DC Machines and Motor Controls	5
ELEC1324	Power Systems	5
ELEC1330	Canadian Electrical Code	3
ELNC1350	Operational Amplifiers and Analog Circuits	4
ELNC1328	Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers	4

Term four (2026 Winter)
Code	Course Name	Credits
COMM1430	Technical Communications	3
ELEC1422	Electrical Code and Commercial Installations	4
ELEC1445	AC Machines and Controls	5
ELNC1424	Industrial Electronics	5
ELNC1426	Programmable Automation Controllers	4
Elective Information
Completion of additional General Education elective 1 course required

Program Outcomes Term: 1244

Interpret and produce electrical and electronics drawings including other related documents and graphics.
Analyze and solve routine technical problems related to electrical systems by applying mathematics and science principles.
Use, verify, and maintain instrumentation equipment and systems.
Assemble, test, modify and maintain electrical circuits and equipment to fulfill requirements and specifications under the supervision of a qualified person.
Install and troubleshoot static and rotating electrical machines and associated control systems under the supervision of a qualified person.
Verify acceptable functionality and apply troubleshooting techniques for electrical and electronic circuits, components, equipment, and systems under the supervision of a qualified person.
Analyze, assemble and troubleshoot control systems under the supervision of a qualified person.
Use computer skills and tools to solve routine electrical related problems.
Assist in creating and conducting quality assurance procedures under the supervision of a qualified person.
Prepare and maintain records and documentation systems.
Install, test and troubleshoot telecommunication systems under the supervision of a qualified person.
Apply health and safety standards and best practices to workplaces.
Perform tasks in accordance with relevant legislation, policies, procedures, standards, regulations, and ethical principles.
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.
Assist in commissioning, testing and troubleshooting electrical power systems under the supervision of a qualified person.
Select electrical equipment, systems and components to fulfill the requirements and specifications under the supervision of a qualified person.
Apply project management principles to assist in the implementation of projects.

Admission Requirements

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent including the following required course(s):

English – any Grade 12 (C) or (U), or equivalent
Mathematics – any Grade 12 (C) or (U), or equivalent

Recommended Courses and/or Skills:

These courses and skills may help you succeed academically in this program, but they are not required for admission.

Physics – Grade 11 (U) or Grade 12 (C) or (U)

Selection and Ranking

Applications are evaluated based on the published admission requirements. When the applicant provides proof of meeting the requirements, an offer of admission can be issued, provided space is available in the program.

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Program Requirements

Computer/Technology Requirements

Students are responsible for ensuring that they have a Microsoft Windows 10 based desktop or laptop system that meets or exceeds the following general personal computer technology requirements:

A desktop or laptop system running on an updated Microsoft Windows 10 operating system.
Minimum 256GB SSD storage and 8 GB memory.
An integrated or peripheral video camera, microphone and speaker system.
Reliable internet connectivity with Broadband capabilities (a minimum download speed of 5 Mbps) is recommended.
Successful installation and activation of both AutoCAD and Multisim found on the Blackboard Homeroom page (after timetable selection).

Niagara College will not be able to provide support for systems different than the above specifications. Any provided software may not operate properly. Academic software for your courses (supported under the Microsoft Windows 10 operating system) will be made available for download and remote use. Access will also be provided to remote high performance computer labs if software downloads are not feasible.

Note: There is no support for Chromebooks or Apple products for this program.

All costs associated with program requirements are the responsibility of the student.

Availability

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International Applicants Apply

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Tuition

The below is a tuition fees estimate ( what's this?) for the indicated start term. Tuition fees are set in accordance with the Ontario Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities fee guidelines.

Year: 2023-2024

Start Term: Fall

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Year 1

Level one $2,817.44

Fee Breakdown for Level one
Fee Type	Fee Cost
Tuition	$1,357.49
Ancillary Fees	$1,329.95
Material Fees	$130.00
Level one Total	$2,817.44

Level two $2,124.44

Fee Breakdown for Level two
Fee Type	Fee Cost
Tuition	$1,357.49
Ancillary Fees	$756.95
Material Fees	$10.00
Level two Total	$2,124.44

Year 1 Total: $4,941.88

Year 2

Level three $2,414.44

Fee Breakdown for Level three
Fee Type	Fee Cost
Tuition	$1,357.49
Ancillary Fees	$1,036.95
Material Fees	$20.00
Level three Total	$2,414.44

Level four $2,128.44

Fee Breakdown for Level four
Fee Type	Fee Cost
Tuition	$1,357.49
Ancillary Fees	$716.95
Material Fees	$54.00
Level four Total	$2,128.44

Year 2 Total: $4,542.88

Estimated Program Total: $9,484.76

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Year: 2023-2024

Start Term: Fall

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Year 1

Level one $9,529.95

Fee Breakdown for Level one
Fee Type	Fee Cost
Tuition	$7,325.00
Ancillary Fees	$2,074.95
Material Fees	$130.00
Level one Total	$9,529.95

Level two $8,256.95

Fee Breakdown for Level two
Fee Type	Fee Cost
Tuition	$7,325.00
Ancillary Fees	$921.95
Material Fees	$10.00
Level two Total	$8,256.95

Year 1 Total: $17,786.90

Year 2

Level three $9,126.95

Fee Breakdown for Level three
Fee Type	Fee Cost
Tuition	$7,325.00
Ancillary Fees	$1,781.95
Material Fees	$20.00
Level three Total	$9,126.95

Level four $8,260.95

Fee Breakdown for Level four
Fee Type	Fee Cost
Tuition	$7,325.00
Ancillary Fees	$881.95
Material Fees	$54.00
Level four Total	$8,260.95

Year 2 Total: $17,387.90

Estimated Program Total: $35,174.80

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I’ve worked in the auto, steel, and hydro industries, working with PLC’s, relays, motor starters and drives. I credit both the technician and technology programs to my career success. I recommend these two programs to anyone interested in the electrical trade or engineering.

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