Electrical Engineering Technology (Co-op) Program

Niagara College Schools Technology Program Electrical Engineering Technology (Co-op)

About this program

Credential Awarded: 3 Year Advanced Diploma
Campus: Welland
Code: 0707 P0707
Delivery Length: 3 Years

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Overview

Are you interested in engineering innovative electronic equipment to help power next generation technology?

As an Electrical Engineering Technology program graduate, you are able to respond to the growing need for faster, smarter and more energy efficient power electronic systems across many industries.

Highlights

Program focuses on power electronic systems and industrial automation in areas of electrical power generation, power distribution, protection and control, energy conservation, utility planning, and renewable energy systems.
Extensive hands-on industry experience via three co-op work terms.
Graduates with relevant experience can apply for the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT) certification.

Career Opportunities

Electrical/electronic distributor
Electrical power generation and utility operator
Engineering consultant
Equipment manufacturer
Industrial manufacturing plant
System design and integrator

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
ELEC1324	Power Systems	5
ELEC1323	DC Machines and Motor Controls	5
ELNC1328	Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers	4
ELNC1350	Operational Amplifiers and Analog Circuits	4
ELEC1330	Canadian Electrical Code	3
MATH1334	Mathematics III - Calculus I	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

Term five (Co-op) (2026 Spring)
Code	Course Name	Credits
COOP1434	Co-op Work Term I	0

Term six (Co-op) (2026 Fall)
Code	Course Name	Credits
COOP1534	Co-op Work Term II	0

Term seven (2027 Winter)
Code	Course Name	Credits
ELEC1503	Renewable Power Generation and Energy Control	3
ELEC1504	Industrial Power Systems and Protection	5
ELEC1633	Instrumentation and Process Control Systems	4
ELNC1533	Power Electronics	4
MATH1434	Mathematics IV - Calculus II	4

Term eight (Co-op) (2027 Spring)
Code	Course Name	Credits
COOP1634	Co-op Work Term III	0

Term nine (2027 Fall)
Code	Course Name	Credits
ELEC1631	Power Quality and System Analysis	5
ELEC1635	Electrical Machine Dynamics	4
ELEC1632	Feedback Control of Dynamic Systems	4
ELNC1633	Robotics and Automation	4
ELEC1641	Technical Project, Project Management	2

Program Outcomes Term: 1244

Analyze, interpret, and produce electrical and electronics drawings, technical reports including other related documents and graphics.
Analyze and solve complex technical problems related to electrical systems by applying mathematics and science principles.
Design, use, verify, and maintain instrumentation equipment and systems.
Design, assemble, test, modify, maintain and commission electrical equipment and systems to fulfill requirements and specifications under the supervision of a qualified person.
Commission and troubleshoot static and rotating electrical machines and associated control systems under the supervision of a qualified person.
Design, assemble, analyze, and troubleshoot electrical and electronic circuits, components, equipment and systems under the supervision of a qualified person.
Design, install, analyze, assemble and troubleshoot control systems under the supervision of a qualified person.
Use computer skills and tools to solve a range of electrical related problems.
Create, conduct and recommend modifications to quality assurance procedures under the supervision of a qualified person.
Prepare reports and maintain records and documentation systems.
Design, install, test, commission and troubleshoot telecommunication systems under the supervision of a qualified person.
Apply and monitor health and safety standards and best practices to workplaces.
Perform and monitor 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.
Design, commission, test and troubleshoot electrical power systems under the supervision of a qualified person.
Select and recommend electrical equipment, systems and components to fulfill the requirements and specifications under the supervision of a qualified person.
Apply project management principles to contribute to the planning, implementation, and evaluation 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

Transportation

Students are responsible for their own transportation in order to complete program requirements which may not be readily accessible by public transportation.
Program requirements could include co-ops, placements, volunteer requirements, practical labs, field projects, assignments, clinicals, or any other off-campus visits required as part of the program’s curriculum.

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

Domestic Applicants Apply

International Applicants Apply

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Accepting applications

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Eligible applications will be placed on a waiting list

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Not accepting applications

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No longer offered this term

Pathways

Explore your pathway options What are pathways? for the Electrical Engineering Technology (Co-op) program below.

From NC to

Cape Breton University — Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Electronics and Controls) Canada
From NC to

Cape Breton University — Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Manufacturing) Canada
From NC to

Cape Breton University — Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Petroleum) Canada

For detailed information about these pathway options visit niagaracollege.ca/pathways/.

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Applicants with previous postsecondary education will be assessed for transfer credits upon receipt of an official transcript from their previous institution. There is no fee for this service.

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

Expand each level below for a fee breakdown.

Year 1

Level one $3,054.94

Fee Breakdown for Level one
Fee Type	Fee Cost
Tuition	$1,357.49
Ancillary Fees	$1,567.45
Material Fees	$130.00
Level one Total	$3,054.94

Level two $2,361.94

Fee Breakdown for Level two
Fee Type	Fee Cost
Tuition	$1,357.49
Ancillary Fees	$994.45
Material Fees	$10.00
Level two Total	$2,361.94

Year 1 Total: $5,416.88

Year 2

Level three $2,651.94

Fee Breakdown for Level three
Fee Type	Fee Cost
Tuition	$1,357.49
Ancillary Fees	$1,274.45
Material Fees	$20.00
Level three Total	$2,651.94

Level four $2,365.94

Fee Breakdown for Level four
Fee Type	Fee Cost
Tuition	$1,357.49
Ancillary Fees	$954.45
Material Fees	$54.00
Level four Total	$2,365.94

Level five Co-op/Work Term

Co-op/work terms have no tuition cost, however the co-op fee(s) in previous terms covers administration of this term.

Year 2 Total: $5,017.88

Year 3

Level six Co-op/Work Term

Co-op/work terms have no tuition cost, however the co-op fee(s) in previous terms covers administration of this term.

Level seven $2,685.94

Fee Breakdown for Level seven
Fee Type	Fee Cost
Tuition	$1,357.49
Ancillary Fees	$1,274.45
Material Fees	$54.00
Level seven Total	$2,685.94

Level eight Co-op/Work Term

Co-op/work terms have no tuition cost, however the co-op fee(s) in previous terms covers administration of this term.

Year 3 Total: $2,685.94

Year 4

Level nine $2,631.94

Fee Breakdown for Level nine
Fee Type	Fee Cost
Tuition	$1,357.49
Ancillary Fees	$1,274.45
Material Fees	$0.00
Level nine Total	$2,631.94

Year 4 Total: $2,631.94

Estimated Program Total: $15,752.64

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The below is a tuition fees estimate ( what's this?) for the indicated start term. Tuition and estimated fees for International students are based on program type.

Year: 2023-2024

Start Term: Fall

Expand each level below for a fee breakdown.

Year 1

Level one $9,767.45

Fee Breakdown for Level one
Fee Type	Fee Cost
Tuition	$7,325.00
Ancillary Fees	$2,312.45
Material Fees	$130.00
Level one Total	$9,767.45

Level two $8,494.45

Fee Breakdown for Level two
Fee Type	Fee Cost
Tuition	$7,325.00
Ancillary Fees	$1,159.45
Material Fees	$10.00
Level two Total	$8,494.45

Year 1 Total: $18,261.90

Year 2

Level three $9,364.45

Fee Breakdown for Level three
Fee Type	Fee Cost
Tuition	$7,325.00
Ancillary Fees	$2,019.45
Material Fees	$20.00
Level three Total	$9,364.45

Level four $8,498.45

Fee Breakdown for Level four
Fee Type	Fee Cost
Tuition	$7,325.00
Ancillary Fees	$1,119.45
Material Fees	$54.00
Level four Total	$8,498.45

Level five Co-op/Work Term

Co-op/work terms have no tuition cost, however the co-op fee(s) in previous terms covers administration of this term.

Year 2 Total: $17,862.90

Year 3

Level six Co-op/Work Term

Co-op/work terms have no tuition cost, however the co-op fee(s) in previous terms covers administration of this term.

Level seven $8,498.45

Fee Breakdown for Level seven
Fee Type	Fee Cost
Tuition	$7,325.00
Ancillary Fees	$1,119.45
Material Fees	$54.00
Level seven Total	$8,498.45

Level eight Co-op/Work Term

Co-op/work terms have no tuition cost, however the co-op fee(s) in previous terms covers administration of this term.

Year 3 Total: $9,398.45

Year 4

Level nine $9,044.45

Fee Breakdown for Level nine
Fee Type	Fee Cost
Tuition	$7,325.00
Ancillary Fees	$1,719.45
Material Fees	$0.00
Level nine Total	$9,044.45

Year 4 Total: $9,044.45

Estimated Program Total: $54,567.70

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Co-op

A program with a co-op (co-operative education) component means that the curriculum combines an in-class education along with hands-on experience of working a job in the program's field of study.

During co-op work terms students are able to link what they learned in the classroom in a real workplace. Understanding the skills they've developed academically helps create a more meaningful college experience, and means they are better prepared for their career after graduation.

For Students

Co-op terms are paid. Earn while you learn!
Practice the skills you’ve learned in the classroom.
Gain experience in your field of study before you graduate.
Develop references and connections.
Hone your skills with feedback from your employer.

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For Employers

Low cost with tax credits and other funding available.
Hire for peak season, staff coverage, special projects, etc.
Help prepare students with career-related work experience.
Minimal training required.
Proven recruiting strategy for future staff.

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