Program Overview
Whether you find yourself at a dairy farm or in a nuclear power plant, your knowledge and skills of electricity, safety and installation methods will give you the ability to install, maintain and troubleshoot the motor controls and wiring systems that allow businesses to operate. Having physical control of temperature and pressure systems ensures that staff are comfortable and safe, and that work is completed effectively and up to code. Graduates will meet the Ministry of Labour’s Working at Heights training requirement.
Admission Requirements
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or Mature Student Status
- Grade 12 English (C or U)
- Grade 12 mathematics (C, M or U)
This program may be highly competitive and have a specific selection process and application deadline. For more information, please contact recruitment@durhamcollege.ca or call 905.721.3126.
Note: this program has additional recommended requirements. Please visit the Admission Requirements tab for further information.
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Tuition
Year one domestic: $2,907 (CAD)
Year one international: $13,507 (CAD)
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Semester 1 Courses
- ELEC Prints 1 (BLUE 1409)
- ELEC Code I (CODE 1402)
- ELEC Electronics 1 (ELCT 2400)
- General Education Elective (GNED 0000)
- ELEC Installation Methods I (INSL 1401)
- Mathematics I (MATH 1424)
- Construction Site Safety (SAFE 1408)
- Electrical Trade Theory 1 (TRAD 1411)
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Electricity
Safety
Working with Others
Technology recommendations
To help students succeed in programs with remote learning requirements, Durham College’s IT Services department has identified minimum technology recommendations. While these are not program requirements, these suggestions will help ensure students have the right tools to support a quality remote learning experience.
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Career Options
WHAT YOU COULD BE:
- Building automation technician
- Certified fire alarm apprentice
- Electrical apprentice
- Elevating device mechanic apprentice
- Field specialist, fibre optics
- Home theatre installer
- Overhead linesman
- Rail signaler
- Telecommunications technician
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Program Details
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.
Students wishing to challenge apprenticeship exemption exams are required to pay an examination fee.
Note: Extra certifications may take place outside of regular class time including evenings and on weekends.
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.
Admission Requirements
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or Mature Student Status
- Grade 12 English (C or U)
- Grade 12 mathematics (C, M or U)
Recommended
- Technical mathematics
- Grade 11 or 12 physics and chemistry
This program may be highly competitive and have a specific selection process and application deadline. For more information, please contact recruitment@durhamcollege.ca or call 905.721.3126.
Courses
The courses listed below are for incoming students. If you are a current student, please refer to your program of study for the year you began your program. Your program of study can be found on MyCampus.
Semester 1
- ELEC Prints 1 (BLUE 1409)
- ELEC Code I (CODE 1402)
- ELEC Electronics 1 (ELCT 2400)
- General Education Elective (GNED 0000)
- ELEC Installation Methods I (INSL 1401)
- Mathematics I (MATH 1424)
- Construction Site Safety (SAFE 1408)
- Electrical Trade Theory 1 (TRAD 1411)
Semester 2
- ELEC Prints 2 (BLUE 2400)
- ELEC Code 2 (CODE 2400)
- Communications (COMM 2400)
- ELEC Installation Methods 2 (INSL 2400)
- ELEC Instrumentation I (INST 1401)
- Mathematics 2 (MATH 2401)
- ELEC Motor Controls (MOTR 2402)
- ELEC Signaling Systems (SIGN 2400)
Semester 3
- ELEC Prints 3 (BLUE 3400)
- ELEC Code 3 (CODE 3400)
- ELEC Electronics 2 (ELCT 3400)
- General Education Elective (GNED 0000)
- ELEC Installation Methods 3 (INSL 3400)
- ELEC Instrumentation 2 (INST 3402)
- Mathematics For Technology 1 (MATH 3401)
- Electrical Trade Theory 2 (TRAD 3400)
Semester 4
- ELEC Prints 4 (BLUE 4400)
- ELEC Code 4 (CODE 4400)
- ELEC Electronics 3 (ELCT 4400)
- General Education Elective (GNED 0000)
- ELEC Installation Methods 4 (INSL 4400)
- ELEC Instrumentation 3 (INST 4401)
- ELEC Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC 2401)
- Electrical Trade Theory 3 (TRAD 4400)
Courses and course descriptions are subject to change. Please note that as a result of COVID-19 the 2020-21 program of study may be modified to accommodate program delivery changes. Students should refer to their timetable for the most up-to-date course information.
Career Options
WHAT YOU COULD BE:
- Building automation technician
- Certified fire alarm apprentice
- Electrical apprentice
- Elevating device mechanic apprentice
- Field specialist, fibre optics
- Home theatre installer
- Overhead linesman
- Rail signaler
- Telecommunications technician
WHERE YOU COULD WORK:
- Construction companies/contractors
- Electrical service companies
- Home service companies
- Power generating companies
- Manufacturing companies
- Rail and shipping companies
Program Transfer, Degree Completion and Additional Credentials
Durham College also offers degree completion opportunities with a number of Canadian and international institutions. Sample diploma-to-degree opportunities include:
Please visit our pathways page to learn more about how you can transfer your credits towards a degree.
Technology Recommendations
To help students have the best remote learning experience possible, Durham College’s IT Services department has identified technology recommendations for each program based on course needs and software requirements. While not required, students may want to consider these suggestions if they are purchasing a computer or laptop for the upcoming academic year.
Processor: i7
RAM: 16GB
Storage: 256GB SSD
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 Professional or Education x64 SP1
Internet Browser: Internet Explorer 11 or Google Chrome (newest version) or Firefox (newest version)
Network Adapter: 802.11ac 2.4/5 GHz wireless adapter
Camera: Webcam/built-in camera
Internet connection
Questions regarding technology recommendations can be directed to the IT Service Desk or the school office.
Experiential Learning
Durham College has invested in developing new student work integrated learning opportunities in the School of Skilled Trades, Apprenticeship and Renewable Technology. By enhancing our existing partnerships with organizations such as Habitat for Humanity and the Durham Region Home Builder’s Association, new field placement and co-op opportunities have been created. Several programs will benefit from these partnerships including Gas Technician 2, Building Construction Technician and Carpentry and Renovation Technician.
Weston Family Scholarship
Durham College, in partnership with The W. Garfield Weston Foundation, is pleased to be helping build skilled trades careers with a scholarship worth up to $10,000.
Please visit the Weston Family Scholarship in the Skilled Trades page to learn how you can apply.
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