Electrical Engineering Technician

In this introductory course, students will gain proficiency in fundamental mathematical concepts and apply problem-solving skills required in technology programs. Course content includes fractions review, algebra fundamentals, unit conversions, algebraic operations & equations, proportion & variation, factoring, algebraic fractions, functions & graphs, systems of linear equations, geometry, trigonometry, and vectors.

This course is divided into theory and practical exercise components. The theory component will allow students to calculate resistance, current and voltage in D.C. series, parallel, and series/parallel circuits. Students are also introduced to power supplies and meter configuration and implementation. The theory concepts will be reinforced in the practical exercise component by allowing students to predict circuit parameter values before entering the lab and verifying calculations through circuit construction and actual measurements.

This course introduces the students to electronic fabrication techniques and safety programs.

This course is an introduction to digital logic systems that are found in all computers. Students will focus on number systems, binary arithmetic, logic gates, Boolean algebra and integrated circuits.

This course is designed to introduce students to the culture and legislative requirements of safety. Students will be introduced to basic concepts of industrial safety such as training and committee requirements. There will be a strong reliance on the Ontario Health and Safety Act so that students are able to reference the act.

In this course, engineering technology students will be introduced to Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word. Students will develop skills in creating polished, professional documents, format data, process numbers with formulas, or present data to find patterns of any other information that can be laid out in a grid. The course also familiarizes students with the college's data systems, including email, Blackboard, and the Local Area Network (LAN), using Windows 11 as the operating environment.

In this course, students will be introduced to academic writing styles with a thematic focus on current issues. This course will help students to express themselves clearly and correctly in written form. Students will critically analyse assigned readings and express their thoughts. The course will also focus on the development of an academic paper utilizing the APA style of documentation.

Success can be defined in many ways. This course will look at ways to maximize your academic, employment and personal success. Academically, topics such as study skills, learning strategies, and time management will be discussed. Problem-solving, goal setting, budgeting, and effective communication will also be discussed in a variety of contexts. Topics relating to success in employment will provide useful career strategies. By combining all of the course topics you will have a better understanding of yourself and how you define your personal success.

This mathematics course continues from where its prerequisite, MA133, ends. Much of the content continues to review further fundamental concepts and skills necessary for a wide range of technology programs. Topics covered include: complex numbers, radian measure, sine and cosine graphs, trigonometric identities and equations, special algebraic products and factoring, algebraic fractions, quadratic equations, exponents, radicals, and exponential and logarithmic functions.

This course introduces the student to alternating current circuit analysis techniques. Generation of the sine wave and the relationship between frequency, peak values, RMS value and phase angle will be covered. It uses vector mathematics to calculate reactance, impedance, and voltage, current and phase angle. Students will be introduced to electronic test equipment; they will demonstrate their ability to use the oscilloscope and other measuring equipment to measure amplitude, frequency and phase angle of reactive circuits.

Students will examine the atomic structure of semiconductors, diode theory and applications; rectify circuits, special purpose diodes, bipolar transistors and their characteristics, biasing circuits, NPN and PNP and common-emitter configurations. This will establish the foundation for understanding the circuits found in computers today.

This course is an introduction to Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) using AutoCAD software. The student will focus on all 2-D commands of AutoCAD including basic drawing and editing functions, plotting, and general drawing file maintenance. The drawing assignment material is directed to the reproduction of electrical schematics, process flow diagrams, electrical wiring and motor control ladder logic diagrams. The student also examines the processes in an engineering project for required drawings, specifications and documentation.

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to navigate and apply relevant sections of the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC), interpret and use information from electrical drawings, specifications, and standards related to single-phase installation and maintenance, and create basic electrical drawings and schedules for practical applications.

This course emphasizes the importance of oral and written communication in an industrial and business setting. In Communications for Technology, students will work on independent and group projects and apply problem-solving techniques to develop both their individual and team building skills. Students will apply computer-technology and a variety of resources for researching, writing and presenting technical data into a clear and concise format.

After successful completion of this course, students will be able to summarize electrical trade practices related to safety requirements and the proper use of tools and equipment. They will also be able to demonstrate the installation and maintenance of single-phase service, distribution, and branch circuit equipment, as well as develop corresponding electrical schematics.

In this intermediate technical mathematics course, students will solve problems involving the conic sections and the fundamental principles of calculus. Course content includes analytical geometry of the conic sections and applications, equations in rectangular and polar forms, binomial expansion, limits for functions, meaning of the derivative, derivatives and applications, and introductory integration.

This course introduces the fundamental principles of electrical power systems, including AC circuit behavior, magnetism, transformers, and three-phase systems. Students analyze voltage, current, power, and power factor, and apply mathematical methods to solve electrical problems. Emphasis is placed on single-phase and three-phase transformer operation, system configuration, and code-based calculations. Laboratory activities reinforce safe work practices, measurement techniques, and the analysis of electrical power equipment and systems.

This course will provide students with an introduction to the history of colonization of Indigenous communities in Canada. Contemporary Indigenous community issues within Northwestern Ontario (NWO) and Canada will be examined. Students will explore the unique socio-political relationships between Canada and Indigenous peoples with an emphasis on colonial, legal and political issues. With a broader understanding of the context of colonization, students will analyze contemporary relationships and efforts towards renewed relationships and reconciliation.

Upon successful completion, the student is able to determine code requirements and perform calculations for maximum circuit loading, continuous and non-continuous duty motor branch circuits (single motor), lighting branch circuits, electric heating branch circuits, emergency systems, fire alarm systems and fire pumps, protection and control devices, fibre optics and communication cables and equipment, service and feeders for apartments and row housing, and patient care areas.

Upon successful completion, the student is able to navigate, use and apply drawings and specifications, prepare as-built sketches as well as explain the processes to install and maintain electric heating, HVAC systems, luminaires, wiring devices and exit and emergency lighting systems.

This course introduces industrial data communication systems used in automation and control. Students examine data transmission methods, serial communication standards, and network architectures. Emphasis is placed on configuring and troubleshooting industrial networks, including cable installation, termination, splicing, and testing of UTP and fibre-optics, as well as implementation of Modbus, Modbus TCP and Ethernet IP networks.

This course is designed to prepare students to successfully write the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT) Professional Practice Examination (PPE), required for certification for engineering technicians and technologists by this professional certifying body. The basics of the association's structure, contract law, ethics, and professional practice will be examined. The student assessment will include practice examinations similar to OACETT's PPE.

This course will introduce the student to the concepts of quality control and quality assurance in the workplace.

This course introduces the operation, analysis, and application of electrical machines and drive systems. Students study the fundamentals of magnetism and electric generation, along with the performance characteristics of DC and AC machines. Emphasis is placed on configuring and troubleshooting DC and PWM AC drives, interpreting technical data, and applying safe work practices. Laboratory activities reinforce practical skills in installation, operation, and testing of rotating electrical equipment using industry-standard tools and methods.

This course provides students with the knowledge and practical skills required to analyze, design, install, and troubleshoot industrial motor control and automation systems. Emphasis is placed on interpreting and producing electrical schematics and relay ladder logic, selecting and applying control devices, and verifying circuit operation using appropriate test equipment. Students develop competencies in designing and commissioning motor control circuits, including start/stop, sequencing, interlocking, and timing applications. The course also introduces programmable logic controllers (PLCs), including hardware configuration, wiring,  and ladder logic programming for automated systems. Additionally, students explore discrete instrumentation and sensing devices and their integration within control systems. Through a combination of theory and hands-on applications, students gain the skills necessary to implement, test, and maintain modern industrial control systems in accordance with industry standards and codes.

Upon successful completion, the student is able to demonstrate the installation, operation, testing, verification and troubleshooting of security and surveillance systems, fire alarm systems and communication systems and their components.