Start Dates & Ontario Colleges Program Codes:
- Fall Start (September): 0396
- Winter Start (January): 0348
Design Our Digital Future
Our world is increasingly automated, relying on electrical equipment and digital processes for building control systems, manufacturing, power generation, power distribution and more. These systems require skilled individuals to design, program, install, and maintain them. Could that person be you?
Confederation College’s Electrical Engineering Technology advanced three-year diploma program emphasizes computerized electronic control applications using state-of-the-art DCS, PLCs, drive systems, and leading panel and PC-based SCADA/HMI packages. You'll explore electronics and computer fundamentals, applied mathematics, telecommunications, networks, automation control systems, process control systems, and power systems.
Top Highlights
- Comprehensive Curriculum: Learn about electric machines and drives, PLCs, computer networks, wireless technology, power systems, embedded control systems, and process control systems.
- Optional Co-ops: Two optional co-op placements provide valuable work experience in your field of study.
- Professional Recognition: Program recognized by the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT).
- Pathway to University: Continue to a university engineering degree and a career as a professional engineer through Lakehead University's transfer program.
Program Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- 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.
Ideal Candidate Profile
The Electrical Engineering Technology program is ideal for you if you are:
- Technically Inclined: Interested in working with complex electrical systems and technologies
- Problem Solver: Enjoy tackling challenging technical problems
- Detail-Oriented: Capable of managing intricate details in electrical designs
- Innovative: Eager to apply creative solutions to engineering challenges
- Ambitious: Driven to advance in the field of electrical engineering
Graduates of the technology program have been successful in roles related to:
- Electrical power generation and distribution
- Industrial automation and controls
- Telecommunications
- Computer networking
- Engineering firms
- Electrical and electronic design
- Electronics repair and maintenance
- Electrical trades
Employers of Our Graduates:
- Allen Bradley
- Automation Now
- Bell Canada
- Alstom Digital Engineering
- Domtar
- Hydro One
- Nav Canada
- Nordmin Engineering
- DSP Mining Services
- Ontario Power Generation
- Optum Engineering
- Thunder Bay Pulp and Paper
- TbayTel
- Tetra Tech Engineering
- Thunder Bay Hydro
- Westburne Electric
- SP Global
- And more!
Graduates of the three-year program often have an advantage in hiring situations, advancing to design and managerial positions, and tend to earn higher salaries.
