Electrical Engineering Technology Ontario College Advanced Diploma, Co-op program

Program Overview

The Electrical Engineering Technology Ontario College Advanced Diploma program is a three-year, full-time program that provides students with the technical knowledge and skills needed for employment in the electrical engineering field. The program emphasizes hands-on learning, with approximately 50-60% of course time spent on lab assignments. Graduates are prepared for certification and have diverse career opportunities in areas such as product installation and service, design and testing, and research.

Program Outline

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Degree Overview:

• Program Name: Electrical Engineering Technology Ontario College Advanced Diploma, Co-op program
• Description: An OACETT-accredited program offering advanced courses in electrical power systems, robotics, programmable logic controllers, networking, instrumentation, and project management.
Hands-on experience through lab classes using state-of-the-art equipment and test equipment is also provided.
• Objectives:
• To equip graduates with the technical knowledge and skills needed for employment in the electrical engineering field.
• To prepare students for certification on graduation.
• To offer students the opportunity to gain industry experience through co-op work terms.

Outline:

• Duration: 3 Years
• Credential: Ontario College Advanced Diploma, Co-op
• Program Delivery: Full-time
• Program delivery method: In person
• Courses:
• Program-specific courses (32 total)
• Communications courses (2 total)
• General Education courses (3 total)

Teaching:

• Hands-on learning with approximately 50-60% of course time spent on lab assignments.
• Three-hour courses typically consist of one-hour lecture and two hours of lab per week.
• Four-hour courses typically consist of two-hour lecture and two hours of lab per week.

Careers:

• Career opportunities are diverse, ranging from product installation and service, to design and testing, research, maintenance, industrial sales and marketing, estimating, contract and project administration, as well as quality control.
• There are significant opportunities in the electrical automation sector, including specialized robotics manufacturers, automotive support industries, and equipment manufacturers.
• Admission requirements are as follows:
• OSSD or equivalent with Grade 12 English (C or U) and Grade 12 Mathematics (C or U)
• Mature students, non-secondary school applicants (19 years or older), and home school applicants may also be considered for admission.
• Applicants with relevant life/learning experience may be considered for admission through Credit for Prior Learning.
• Students who have graduated from Georgian College's Electrical Techniques Certificate program (ELTQ) must apply to be admitted with advanced standing.
• There are opportunities for students to participate in applied research projects and co-op work terms with industry partners.

Additional Observations:

• The program emphasizes industry experience and collaboration through partnerships with various organizations, including Honda of Canada Mfg., Hydro One Networks, Toronto Hydro, Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL), and ETAP.
• There is a strong focus on hands-on learning and the use of state-of-the-art equipment and software.
• This program prepares graduates for successful careers in a rapidly growing field with diverse employment opportunities.