Electrical Techniques

The Electrical Techniques program provides pathways into a variety of occupations in the electrical industry. This includes Electrician Apprenticeship or Electrical Engineering Technician training. This program includes all the content of the first level of formal training in the Ontario Electrician Apprenticeship program.

The electrical field is growing in response to increased construction work in Ontario and other provinces. The two-semester (30 week) Electrical Techniques program will provide you with introductory and fundamental skills and knowledge to assist with the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical equipment in residential, commercial and construction settings.

• The program provides several pathways into a variety of occupations and other college training programs in the electrical industry including Electrician Apprenticeship and the Electrical Engineering Technician program.
• Students will develop basic skills and knowledge in electrical theory and electrical code compliant installation methods.
• Related instruction in mathematics, prints and installations, safety and trade calculations is included to meet employers’ qualifications.

The Electrical Techniques program includes all the content of the first level of formal training in the Ontario Electrician Apprenticeship program, providing thorough preparation for graduates who wish to pursue an Electrician Apprenticeship. The program also provides Grade 12 Math upgrading and some common courses with the first year of the Electrical Engineering Technician program. Graduates of Electrical Techniques can apply for entry to the Electrical Engineering Technician program and will be exempt from the courses that they have already completed.