Overview

This Electrical Engineering Technician diploma programme is offered by Conestoga College . The two main themes you will explore are Power Systems and Industrial Automation, covering topics such as Electrical Theory, PLC programming and troubleshooting, AC/DC Motors and Controls, Instrumentation and Controls, Power Systems, PV (Solar) Systems, CAD, and some 3D modeling, Power Electronics, and Computer programming.

We emphasize effective techniques for installing, modifying, testing, maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting equipment. You will learn these practical skills on our modern campus through in-class theory and hands-on labs. These will lead you to careers as CAD Technician, Electrical Installer, PV Installer, Quality Assurance, Field Service, Estimating, and Technical Sales.

Once you graduate, you will meet the academic requirements to become a Certified Technician (C.Tech.) by OACETT. You will also have pathways to the Electrical Engineering Technology and Energy Systems Engineering Technology – Electrical programmes.

Careers

Graduates find employment utilizing testing and troubleshooting skills in areas such as motor winding and repair, quality control, and as electrical construction/maintenance apprentices. As well, opportunities are available as utility power station technicians or service technicians troubleshooting electrical systems and performing engineering tests on heavy electrical equipment and controls.
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) updated the list of eligible fields of study for the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP). For Conestoga's latest list of PGWP-aligned programmes, please visit the college website.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Drawing

Electrical Skills

Digital Electronics

Electrical Measurement

Mathematics

Instrumentation

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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53

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IELTS

6

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Blended

Campus Location

Cambridge, Canada

Disciplines

Electrical Engineering View 98 other Bachelors in Electrical Engineering in Canada

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

120

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80

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53

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IELTS

6

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General requirements

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, or 19 years of age or older with mature student status (See Mature Student definition for details.)

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, or 19 years of age or older with mature student status (See Mature Student definition for details.)

Grade 12 compulsory English, C or U, or equivalent, OR Conestoga College Preparatory Communications (COMM1250)

Grade 12 Mathematics, C or U (MCT4C or MHF4U or MCV4U or MDM4U), or equivalent, or Conestoga College Preparatory Mathematics for Technology & Apprenticeship (MATH1385)

English Proficiency

MCT4C 60%

MHF4U, MCV4U 55%

MDM4U 70%

MATH1385 60%

Applicants with MAP4C will not be considered for admission to this program. They may be considered after writing the Conestoga College Math Pre-Admissions test. Minimum grade cut-offs apply.

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Technological requirements

All students entering this program must:

have a laptop computer that meets minimum specified requirements
own and maintain their laptop

bring their laptop on the first day of classes.

This program has established that a Windows-based PC is required. Mac or Apple products are not suitable for this program.

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Tuition Fees

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15026 CAD / year

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2696 CAD / year

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