The Electrical Techniques program provides pathways into a variety of occupations or training in the electrical industry. Develop basic competencies in electricity, network cabling and electrical system installation.
Peterborough
Fall 2012
| Program Status: | Accepting Applications |
| Program Code: | ETQ |
| Location: | Peterborough |
| Co-ordinator: | Craig Elliott Email |
| Credential: | Ontario College Certificate |
| Start Dates: | September 04, 2012 |
| Tuition Fees: | $1,864.25 per semester* |
| * Tuition and fees subject to change. | |
Winter 2013
| Program Status: | Accepting Applications |
| Program Code: | ETQ |
| Location: | Peterborough |
| Co-ordinator: | Craig Elliott Email |
| Credential: | Ontario College Certificate |
| Start Dates: | January 07, 2013 |
| Tuition Fees: | $1,806.25 per semester* |
| * Tuition and fees subject to change. | |
Program Highlights
The electrical field is growing in response to increased construction work in Ontario and other provinces. The two-semester (30 week) Electrical Techniques program will provide you with the introductory and fundamental skills and knowledge to assist with the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical equipment in residential, commercial and construction settings.
The program also provides several pathways into a variety of occupations and other college training programs in the electrical industry, including electronics, electrical mechanical and electrical apprenticeship. You will develop basic competencies in electricity, network cabling and electrical system installation. Related instruction in mathematics, prints and installations, safety and trade calculations is included to meet employers' qualifications.
There is a pathway for students enrolled in Electrical Techniques to enter into third semester of Electrical Engineering Technician (subject to enrolment capacity). The student must successfully complete all Electrical Techniques courses and obtain credit in Applied Mathematics for Technology I (MATH 18), Technical Communications (COMM320) and Electronic Cirucuits (ELCT105) prior to the start of the third semester.
Minimum Admission Requirements
OSSD with the majority of credits at the Workplace (E) level, including English.
When Workplace (E) is the minimum course level for admission, (C) and (U/C) courses are also accepted.
Mature Students
If you are 19 years of age or older before classes start, and you do not possess an OSSD, you can write the Canadian Adult Achievement Test to assess your eligibility for admission.
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