Advanced Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology (Co-op)
Fanshawe College
Key Information
Campus location
London, Canada
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
3 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
CAD 12,304 **
Application deadline
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** total fee for Canadian students. $48,411.53 for international students
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Introduction
Electrical Engineering Technology is a three-year Ontario advanced diploma program that includes up to 16 months of paid co-op experience. Students work on electrical, electronic, and digital components combined with a co-op that provides eight months of real-world electrician training and an upgrade to an advanced diploma.
Your Learning Experience
In this program, students gain both theoretical knowledge and practical experience to enable them to work in a wide variety of areas within electrical engineering including industrial process control and power systems. Students learn about and work with PLCs, electric motors, digital systems, control automation, and transformers and explore the application of technology in the industry. Senior students continue studies with telecommunication, networking, HMI, programming embedded systems, and advanced PLC applications and explore their application within industrial processes including machine and motor control, PID systems, and robotics. Throughout the program, students will also gain experience in safety practices, safety standards, technical writing, and CAD prior to their co-op which provides the student with up to 16 months of the paid co-op to apply and hone their hands-on skills and theoretical knowledge in the real world before they launch into their career within the industry.
The Electrical Engineering Technology program will prepare graduates for jobs in growth areas of automation, network communications, electrical utilities/protection, process control, electronics, and embedded systems. Students will study electrical system design, automation, and power generation/distribution and develop practical skills. Graduates will be skilled in AutoCAD, hydraulic/pneumatic systems, PLCs, motors, electronics, programming, and industrial automation. Throughout the program, students will apply this knowledge in conjunction with the Canadian Electrical Code, workplace health and safety, and project management applications. Additionally, students will enhance their interpersonal and communication skills.
Accreditation
This program is accredited by Co-operative Education and Work Integrated Learning Canada. This accreditation represents the highest standard of achievement for cooperative education programs in Canada and recognizes Fanshawe's commitment to excellence.
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Program Outcome
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- analyze, interpret, and produce electrical and electronic drawings and 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 in 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.
Admissions
Curriculum
Co-op Opportunities
The Electrical Engineering Technology program offers a cooperative education component, which provides students the opportunity to gain invaluable first-hand work experience in their chosen field. Here are some co-op jobs that have kick-started the careers of some students before even graduated!
Electrical Controls Engineering Technician
Design, construct, test, and complete preventative maintenance on a variety of electronic equipment.
Electrical Designer
Build a solid foundation with hands-on experience with senior engineers, designers, managers, and mentors who will help introduce you to the industry.
Electrical Engineering
Assist with project management, machine control design, failure analysis, troubleshooting, and commissioning of new installations.
Courses
Level 1
Take all of the following Mandatory Courses:
- MATH-1188 ---- Math 1
- ELEC-1130 ---- DC Electricity
- COMP-1471 ---- Programming and Analytical Techniques
- WRIT-1039 ---- Reason and Writing 1-Technology
- SKLS-1021 ---- Applied Project
- LAWS-1038 ---- Law, Ethics, and Occupational HandS
Level 2
Take all of the following Mandatory Courses:
- MATH-1189 ---- Calculus 1
- ELEC-3068 ---- AC Electricity
- DIGL-1024 ---- Digital 1-Fundamentals
- ELNC-1107 ---- Electronic Devices
- CADD-1072 ---- Computer-Aided Design
Level 3
Gen Ed - Take a 3-credit General Education elective course.
Take all of the following Mandatory Courses:
- CNTL-1015 ---- Automation
- ELEC-1133 ---- Applied Electrical Code
- ELEC-1131 ---- Electrical Machines 1
Level 4
Take all of the following Mandatory Courses:
- MATH-3074 ---- Calculus 2
- TELE-1022 ---- Telecommunications
- ELEC-3069 ---- Electrical Machines 2
- DIGL-3024 ---- Digital 2-Digital Systems
- MGMT-1007 ---- Project Management
Level 5
Take all of the following Mandatory Courses:
- MATH-5020 ---- Calculus 3
- ELEC-1132 ---- Electrical Systems Design E-Code
- CNTL-5015 ---- PLC Applications-Adv
- ELNC-3035 ---- Power Electronics
- ELEC-3070 ---- Electrical Power Systems
Level 6
Gen Ed - Take a 3-credit General Education elective course.
Take all of the following Mandatory Courses:
- TELE-3013 ---- Structured Cabling
- MGMT-3076 ---- Capstone 1 Electrical Technology
- INST-1009 ---- Instrumentation
- COOP-1020 ---- Co-operative Education Employment Preparation
- CNTL-3017 ---- Industrial Robots
Level 7
Take all of the following Mandatory Courses:
- CNTL-1016 ---- Process Control-Introduction
- METH-3025 ---- Quality Assurance
- MGMT-5078 ---- Capstone 2 Electrical Technology
- COMM-3070 ---- Technical Comm for Technologists
- TELE-5008 ---- Telecommunications-Adv
- COMP-3099 ---- Embedded Systems
Gen Ed - Electives
Take 6 General Education Credits - Normally taken in Levels 3 and 6
Program Residency
Students must complete a minimum of 31 credits in this program at Fanshawe College to meet the Program Residency requirement and graduate from this program
Career Opportunities
Graduates of Fanshawe’s Electrical Engineering Technology program are very versatile and will fit right into an engineering design office with manufacturers of automated equipment or in the engineering departments of process industries such as steel, paper, plastic, and chemical. Other opportunities exist with power utilities and computer and instrumentation manufacturers. Graduates generally work in design but may also be involved in technical sales, maintenance, and supervision. Graduates of this program could choose to pursue a career as:
- electrical instrumentation technologist
- electrical designer
- project manager
- maintenance electrician
- electrical controls technologist
- field service technician
- distribution system technologist
- sales representative
- engineering consultant
- electrical power generation
- utility operator
- electrical distributor
- equipment manufacturer
- production engineer
Here are some examples of career opportunities for graduates of Fanshawe’s Electrical Engineering Technology program:
Production Engineer
Devise a production plan for how a product should be made in an efficient and safe manner that delivers excellent results with minimal errors.
Systems Design Verification Technologist
Responsible for validating industry-leading broadcast and AV solutions at a system level.
Electrical Engineering Technologist
Provide the technical knowledge and skills required to initiate, plan, develop, and execute new projects and ongoing maintenance.
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