Niagara College Canada

Electrical Engineering
Technician

Program Code (0709)
Ontario College Diploma
Two Years
Welland Campus
Start date: September or January

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Career Opportunities

In today’s high-tech world, electrical engineering technicians are in growing demand. Graduates of this program work in positions ranging from apprentice electricians, maintenance supervisors and assembly technicians to quality control supervisors, lab technicians and technical specialists.

Typical employers include:

• Electric utilities
• Electrical contractors
• Electrical/electronics suppliers
• Electrical manufacturing firms
• Engineering consultants
• Industrial manufacturing plants

The Niagara College Difference

• Class sizes are small
• Leading-edge technology is in place
• Program Outline integrates new trends in the electrical controls and power electronic industry
• Program meets the new skill profile that employers are demanding
• Students receive practical hands-on lab experience
• Students wanting to further their studies can smoothly transition into the Electrical Engineering Technology (Co-op) program
• Graduates with relevant experience can apply for certification to the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists

Testimonials and Profiles

“I have worked in the automotive, steel, and power generation 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.”

Kevin Smith,
Electrical Engineering Technician graduate

“This program provided me with the fundamental skills and experience in motor control used in the elevating devices trade. I found a job immediately… at Simcoe Elevator and Lift Company after graduation.”

Les Garrow,
Electrical Engineering Technician graduate

Admission Requirements

Minimum Admission Requirements for 2009-10 (OSS):

Minimum Admission Requirements for 2010-11 (OSS):

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, or 19 years of age or older as of the first day of classes, with no OSSD or equivalent (Mature Student) including the following required courses:
• English – Grade 12 (C), (U) or (O), or equivalent.
• Mathematics – any Grade 12 (C) or (U), or equivalent.

Recommended Courses and/or Recommended Skills (Not Required for Admission):

• Physics – Grade 11 (U) or Grade 12 (C) or (U).
• Construction Technology – Grade 11 or Grade 12 (C).
• Communications Technology – Grade 11 or Grade 12 (M.)
• Technological Design – Grade 11 or Grade 12 (M).

Selection & Ranking Process:

• For competitive programs (the number of qualified applicants exceeds the number of available places), selection will be based on the most senior level final grade available at the time of ranking. Mid-term grades are not used for ranking purposes.
• Testing or other supplemental evaluation may be required.

Note:

• Mature Student applicants, or applicants who have an OSSD that includes Workplace (E) level learning, may be considered for admission after meeting with a staff member to review academic needs, interests and possible career directions. Academic testing and/or upgrading may be required.
• Secondary School grades from co-op courses and half credit courses are not considered.

Educational Pathways

Niagara College has articulated agreements providing students with degree completion and credit transfer opportunities with many other colleges and universities.

• View Degree Opportunities for this Program
• View Degree Opportunities by Institution
• View Degree Opportunities by Subject

For a complete listing of articulation agreements, please consult the Niagara College Transfer Guide.

Program Related Inquiries

Contact Information

Email: registrar@niagaracollege.ca
Niagara College Admissions Office: 905-735-2211, ext 7619

Apply now for this program online at www.OntarioColleges.ca

Information Last Modified:
Thu, November 20, 2008 at 02:03:57 PM ET

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