# PROGRAM INFORMATION An advanced diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology will set you up as an industry leader - with the opportunity to continue your studies at university level. After two years of the Electrical Engineering Technician program, you'll specialize in year three - taking on a series of independent pr | | | |---|---| | Type | PDF | | Size | 199 KB | [Open original PDF →](https://www.northerncollege.ca/uploads/Electrical-Engineering-Technology-2026.pdf) Referenced from: [Program Outlines Archive](/pages/registrar-academic-resources/program-outlines-archive/) ## Document text ## PROGRAM INFORMATION Academic Year : 2026-2027 Credential : Advanced Diploma Program Delivery : Full-Time Duration : 3 Years Length : 6 Semesters Program Code(s) : T074 - Timmins Campus (PC) ## DESCRIPTION An advanced diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology will set you up as an industry leader - with the opportunity to continue your studies at university level. After two years of the Electrical Engineering Technician program, you'll specialize in year three - taking on a series of independent projects, and further honing the math, communication and reporting skills that will be critical to your success. You'll master advanced programming techniques. You'll dive deeper into the operation of power utility systems, protective relaying, and power system controls and protections. And you'll harness the latest technology to design residential, commercial and industrial installations that measure up to exacting industry standards. After that, you'll be ready to chart your own course in a high-tech field. The first two years of the Electrical Engineering Technician program are identical to those of this program. Students who want to specialize in electrical technology continue studies an additional year to receive a greater depth of training and knowledge in Protection and Control, Control Systems, Electrical Design, Power Utility Systems and Programmable Logic Controls. Students also complete a two semester Technical Report Project in third year. This crucial project integrates all acquired knowledge, requiring students to develop and adhere to a project schedule and produce a functional outcome, demonstrating their practical and theoretical proficiency. Students receive extensive hands-on instruction in several state-of-the-art laboratories. They learn how to select, design, install, maintain, program and troubleshoot modern industrial, electrical and electronic systems. ## CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Northern College graduates currently work in positions ranging from apprentice electricians to electrical department superintendents in all industrial sectors including public and private power utilities. Electrical engineering technologists work individually, assist engineers, or supervise other technologists or technicians in the design, construction, testing, installation, repair or marketing of electrical apparatus for electrical utilities, telecommunications and the information technology industries. - Electrical engineering technologist - Employed by electrical utilities, communications companies, manufacturers of electrical and electronic equipment, consulting firms and in government agencies in a variety of manufacturing, processing and transportation industries. 1 ## Electrical Engineering Technology Program Outline 2026-2027 ## Electrical Engineering Technology Program Outline 2026-2027 ## VOCATIONAL LEARNING OUTCOMES 1. Analyze, interpret, and produce electrical and electronics drawings, technical reports including other related documents and graphics. 2. Analyze and solve complex technical problems related to electrical systems by applying mathematics and science principles. 3. Design, use, verify, and maintain instrumentation equipment and systems. 4. Design, assemble, test, modify, maintain and commission electrical equipment and systems to fulfill requirements and specifications under the supervision of qualified people. 5. Commission and troubleshoot static and rotating electrical machines and associated control systems under the supervision of a qualified person. 6. Design, assemble, analyze, and troubleshoot electrical and electronic circuits, components, equipment and systems under the supervision of a qualified person. 7. Design, install, analyze, assemble and troubleshoot control systems under the supervision of a qualified person. 8. Use computer skills and tools to solve a range of electrical related problems. 9. Create, conduct and recommend modifications to quality assurance procedures under the supervision of a qualified person. 10. Prepare reports and maintain records and documentation systems. 11. Design, install, test, commission and troubleshoot telecommunication systems under the supervision of a qualified person. 12. Apply and monitor health and safety standards and best practices to workplaces. 13. Perform and monitor tasks in accordance with relevant legislation, policies, procedures, standards, regulations, and ethical principles. 14. 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. 15. Design, commission, test and troubleshoot electrical power systems under the supervision of a qualified person. 16. Select and recommend electrical equipment, systems and components to fulfill the requirements and specifications under the supervision of a qualified person. 17. Apply project management principles to contribute to the planning, implementation, and evaluation of projects. ## PROGRAM COURSES The following reflects the planned course sequence for full-time offerings of the program. Programs at Northern College are delivered using a variety of instruction modes. Courses may be offered in the classroom or lab, entirely online, or in a hybrid mode which combines classroom sessions with virtual learning activities. | Semester 1 | | Hours | | --- Source: [https://www.northerncollege.ca/uploads/Electrical-Engineering-Technology-2026.pdf](https://www.northerncollege.ca/uploads/Electrical-Engineering-Technology-2026.pdf)