Electrical Engineering Technician - Industrial (EETN)

Ontario College Diploma | 4 semesters | Barrydowne

Our program is modelled after the in-school portions of the Basic Electrician Apprenticeship. It includes practical, hands-on experience and in-class theoretical learning. You will gain theoretical knowledge in the areas of installation, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of complex electrical machinery. You will also apply electrical safety code and print reading knowledge to commercial and industrial installations. In addition, you will be introduced to Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), power electronics, and instrumentation fundamentals.

Program Highlights

• 2 years – 4 semesters
• Upon successful completion of our program, your diploma equates to the three levels of theory required towards your apprenticeship Certificate of Qualification.
• Electrical lab features industry-standard 600 volt equipment
• Hands-on experience using AutoCAD, PLCs, and instrumentation tools
• Graduates are eligible to apply for the final year of Cambrian's Electrical Engineering Technology program

Optional Paid Co-op

Our program features an optional, paid co-op directly related to your program of study. During this work-integrated learning experience, you’ll apply your skills and knowledge in an actual work environment, giving you industry training that you can showcase to potential employers when you graduate.

You will be required to complete work preparation sessions prior to the work term to help you develop an industry-specific résumé and effective interviewing skills. Cambrian’s Career Centre will support you through this process and will also help you to source and apply for placement opportunities.

International students: Study permits prohibit international students from participating in optional co-ops. However, if you are an international student and are interested in work-integrated learning opportunities, visit Cambrian’s Career Centre to discuss available options with a career advisor. Opportunities may include volunteer positions or part-time or full-time jobs during academic breaks and/or during the academic year.

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How to Apply

Engineering Technology

Admission Requirements

For graduates of the new curriculum (OSS): Ontario Secondary School Diploma (30 credits) or equivalent or mature student status, including:

• Any grade 12 English (C), (U) or (M)
• Any grade 12 mathematics (C) or (U) (MCT4C is highly recommended)

Recommended:

• Any grade 11 or 12 physics (C) or (U)

Advanced Standing

Graduates of Cambrian's Electrical Techniques (EETQ) program or its equivalent may apply to enter directly into Semester 3 of the Electrical Engineering Technician - Industrial (EETN) program. This is a competitive process.

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Program Delivery

2019-2020

This program will be delivered in the following terms:

Fall Term Start

1. SEMESTER 1 Fall 2019
2. SEMESTER 2 Winter 2020
3. SEMESTER 3 Fall 2020
4. SEMESTER 4 Winter 2021

For specific term start/end dates and other key dates/deadlines, please see the Academic Schedule on our website.

Program of Study

Students are required to successfully complete an online Lab Safety course (in Moodle) when starting their program at Cambrian.  This course must be completed prior to entering the labs (as identified in the table below) in the Schools of Skills Training, Engineering Technology and Environmental Studies.

Plan of Study Grid

Semester 1		Credits
CAD 1002	Electrical CAD	2
ELC 1004	Prints & Electrical Code I	3
ELC 1009	Electrical Workplace Safety	2
ELC 1125	Electrical Installation I 1	5
ELR 1121	Electrical Fundamentals 1	6
ENG 1002	College Communications	3
MTH 1152	Electrical Math I	3
	Credits	24
Semester 2
ELC 1211	Electrical Installation II 1	5
ELC 1215	Motor Control Fundamentals	4
ELC 1226	Digital Electronics Theory 1	3
ELC 2308	Prints & Electrical Code II	3
INT 1008	Instrumentation Fundamentals	3
MTH 1252	Electrical Math II	3
One General Education course. 2		3
	Credits	24
Semester 3
ELC 1011	Prints and Electrical Code III	3
ELC 2315	Electrical Systems 1	7
ELN 2320	Power Electronics I 1	5
ENG 1754	Technical Communication	3
INT 1006	Instrumentation I 1	4
MTH 2352	Electrical Math III	3
One General Education course. 2		3
	Credits	28
Semester 4
ELC 1012	Prints and Electrical Code IV	3
ELC 2403	AC & DC Machines 1	7
ELC 2425	PLC Basic Programming 1	4
ELN 2419	Power Electronics II 1	4
INT 1007	Instrumentation II 1	4
One General Education course. 2		3
	Credits	25
	Total Credits	101

1	Course with Lab Component
2	For more information regarding General Education courses, click here.

Fees

Tuition and Ancillary Fees

Please see our fees page for the breakdown of tuition and mandatory ancillary fees by program and semester for both domestic and international students

Books & Supplies

The cost of books and supplies for Year 1 is approximately $800. This is the best information available at the time of publishing to the website and is subject to change.

Graduate Options

Employment Opportunities

Graduates will have completed the equivalent of the intermediate in-school training for an Industrial Electrician. Their competencies will not only make them desirable candidates as Apprentice Electricians, but they will also be capable of performing the functions of an Electrical Engineering Technician in an engineering environment.

Furthering Your Studies

Graduates of Cambrian's EETN program may apply to enter directly into Semester 5 of Electrical Engineering Technology - Industrial (EETY) program.  This is a competitive process.