Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technician

Durham College - Whitby Campus

Canada,Ontario

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24 Months

Duration

CAD 18,641/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 100 FREE

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Canada, Ontario

Type: College

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1967

Total Students: 13,600 +

Int. Students: 2,000 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

1690 Champlain Ave, Whitby, ON L1N 9B2, Canada

Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technician

Program Overview

As an Electrical Technician student, you will learn the fundamentals of electrically based technologies and how to assemble, install, test and calibrate electrical testing equipment. 

This program will focus on the skills required to install and maintain current industrial, electrical and electronic systems, including programmable logic controls, and enable you to develop troubleshooting and problem-solving skills through theoretical and extensive hands-on training.


Topics include:

  • Electrical theory 
  • Instrumentation 
  • Motor controls 
  • Canadian Electrical Code 
  • Blue Prints 
  • Electronics 
  • Building systems (fire alarms, data networks, security, etc.)


Hands-on instruction will account for up to 35 to 45 per cent of class time. If you successfully complete Year 1 and choose to leave at that time, you will receive an Ontario College certificate in Electrical Techniques.


Program Learning Outcomes

  • 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.