Electrical Engineering Technology - 582

Ontario College Advanced Diploma

Three years

Help maintain the balance of power in this comprehensive technology program focused on electrical power control systems.

How to Apply

Overview

Program Highlights

Explore the electrical control and power systems field through training in theory and laboratory practice
Discover:
- Principles and knowledge of Electrical and Electronic systems
- Programmable Logic Controllers and Industrial Network systems
- Control systems and Variable Speed Drive systems
- Electrical Power Generation, Protection and Control systems
- Electrical Metering and Distribution

Students in this program will gain hands-on, experiential learning with industry partners in a decommissioned substation.

Program Length

3 academic years (periods of 8 months), plus co-op

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Tuition and Fees

2018 - 2019 Domestic Tuition and Fees

	Semester 1	Semester 2
Total Ancillary Fees	$717.02	$653.92
Co-op Fees	$316.67	$316.67
Mandatory Program Fees	$0.00	$0.00
Domestic Tuition	$1,504.49	$1,504.49
Total Domestic Charges Per Semester	$2,538.18	$2,475.08
Total 1st Year Fees		$5,013.26

Awards: Scholarships and Bursaries
OSAP Eligible. Learn about Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP).
Full Cost Breakdown

2018 - 2019 International Tuition and Fees

	Semester 1	Semester 2
Total Tuition & Ancillary Fee	$7,342.97	$7,342.97
Co-op Fees	$316.67	$316.67
Program Compulsory Fee Plus Tax	$0.00	$0.00
International Tax Recovery	$450.00	$375.00
Total International Charges Per Semester	$8,109.64	$8,034.64
Total 1st Year Fees		$16,144.28

International Scholarships and Bursaries
OSAP not eligible for International Students
Full Cost Breakdown

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Additional Information

Financial Assistance

Admission

Domestic and International student admission requirements

OSSD or equivalent (Mohawk Academic Upgrading, GED) including:
- Grade 12 English, C or U or equivalent
- Grade 12 Mathematics; MAP4C ≥ 80% or MCT4C; or any U or equivalent*
- Senior Physics SPH4C OR SPH4U recommended
Students should have a working knowledge of MS Office and Office Suite prior to starting the program. Computer Skills for College COMP CO002 or equivalent is recommended. Register online at our Continuing Education webpage.

Note: Applicants that do not satisfy minimum requirements will be provided an alternate offer to Pre-Technology as a pathway to desired program. Successful graduates from this program will be considered for advanced standing into original program choice.

* Applicants with a MAP4C between 60-79% that would like to challenge the math requirements may do so by writing a Pre-admission assessment test for a fee.

Option are available for mature applicants.

Language Requirements for International Students:

See below for accepted equivalents for Grade 12 English:
- Successful completion of GAS-EAP (478) Program Level 8
- TOEFL minimum score of 550 (79-80 Internet based)
- or IELTS Academic minimum score of 6.0 overall with no band less than 5.5
- More information about acceptable certificates, can be found on the International Admission Requirements

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Work Experience

Co-op Education Advantage

Co-op Format

September to December	January to April	May to August
Semester 1	Semester 1 or 2	Vacation or Semester 2
Semester 3	Semester 4	Work Term 1 (Co-op)
Semester 5	Work Term 2 (Co-op)	Work Term 3 (Co-op)
Work Term 4 (Co-op)	Semester 6

Work Term Capabilities

(which do not reflect individual work experiences & exposures)

Work Term 1

Design, construction, testing, installation and preventative maintenance of computer and electronic equipments
Use instrumentation equipments such as signal generators, oscilloscopes, digital measuring equipments
Installation, troubleshooting and repair of computer hardware & software
Prototype development for microcontroller applications
Microcontroller interfacing and programming using C and Assembly languages
Digital and analogue circuits design and troubleshooting
Experience with industrial logic and sensors, and 3-phase motor and control
PLC programming and implementation, Industrial electronics
Printed circuit board layout and construction
Technical support, field service, component sourcing and purchasing
Technical writing
Small scale construction projects & use of tools

Work Terms 2, 3 & 4

Computer aided drafting
Computer network design, installation, maintenance and management
Fixed speed AC and DC motor control systems analysis, testing and troubleshooting
Evaluation testing and modification of electrical systems and metering
Evaluation, testing and modification of industrial automation systems
Design, test and modify variable speed AC and DC drive systems
Analyse, test & design closed loop industrial control systems using analog and digital elements
Evaluate, test and modify closed loop process control systems
Design, testing, installation and maintenance of plant automation and control equipment
Use instrumentation equipment such as signal generators, oscilloscopes, digital measuring equipment on industrial equipment
Prototype development in industrial electronics
Interpretation and analysis of electrical/electronic power
Protection and control system schematics
System modifications and schematic preparation
Protection co-ordination and evaluation
Polyphase meter and protective relay calibration
Digital control equipment design & support
Technical writing

Salary Range

	Work Term 1	Work Term 2	Work Term 3 & 4
Range	$11.40 - $22.58	$11.40 - $23.00	$11.40 - $36.00
Average	$16.34	$17.61	$17.61

For further information, please contact

Victoria Smart, Co-op Specialist
Phone: 905-575-2164
Fax: 905-575-2359
Email: Victoria.Smart [at] mohawkcollege.ca (Victoria Smart)

Opportunities

Academic Opportunities

Pathways and Credit Transfer

View our pathways map PDF. This Pathways map shows how the identified program can lead to future program choices.

Career Opportunities

Industries of Employment:

Industrial and Commercial Organizations
Automotive, Food and Steel Industries
Power Generations, Transmissions and Utilities
Process Automation, Oil Refineries and Chemical Plants

Occupational Categories:

Electrical Engineering Technologists
Industrial Engineering and Manufacturing Technologists/Technicians
Power-Transmission/Distribution Engineering Technologists/Technicians
Power-Protection Engineering Technologists

Graduate Opportunities

Graduates are eligible to register as associate members of the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT)

Program of Studies

Course Overview & Descriptions

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Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes, often referred to as ‘Program Standards', set out the essential learning that a student must achieve before being deemed ready to graduate.

Review the program learning outcomes for Electrical Engineering Technology (582)

In many cases these program learning outcomes were developed by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities (MTCU) in consultation with employers and educators who are experts in the program field. To ensure the outcomes remain current and in line with industry needs, we invite our employers, graduates working in the field and current students to re-examine and update them during regular, ongoing program review focus groups.

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