Electrical Engineering Technology (Co-op and Non Co-op Version)

Advance your skillsets for a career in the electrical engineering technology field.
  • OACETT recognizes this program as meeting the academic requirements for certification in the Certified Technician (C.Tech) category
  • All classes are taught in the Algonquin Centre for Construction Excellence (ACCE) facility which is fully outfitted with the most up-to-date equipment and tools
  • Increased skill-set with third year of in depth studies allows for more job opportunities and higher pay than Technician*

Program Availability and Schedule

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Schedule

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Program Summary

Credential

Ontario College Advanced Diploma (3 Years)

Program Delivery

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Program Code

0318X03FWO

Area of Interest

Construction and Skilled Trades

School

Algonquin Centre for Construction Excellence

Campus

Ottawa

Work Integrated Learning

Applied Research Co-op Field Projects

Eligible for Post-Graduation
Work Permit?

Yes
CIP Code(s): 15.0303

In the Electrical Engineering Technology Ontario College Advanced Diploma program, you use state-of-the-art facilities to gain the knowledge and experience necessary to enter the electrical engineering field. This program is the continuation of the Electrical Engineering Technician program, and is open to students who already have an Algonquin College Electrical Engineering Technician Ontario College Diploma and meet the admission requirements.

Through a series of theory courses and extensive practical labs, you learn skills specific to becoming an Electrical Engineering Technologist. You expand your knowledge base of the following:...(read more)

Overview

Advance your skillsets for a career in the electrical engineering technology field.

In the Electrical Engineering Technology Ontario College Advanced Diploma program, you use state-of-the-art facilities to gain the knowledge and experience necessary to enter the electrical engineering field. This program is the continuation of the Electrical Engineering Technician program, and is open to students who already have an Algonquin College Electrical Engineering Technician Ontario College Diploma and meet the admission requirements.

Through a series of theory courses and extensive practical labs, you learn skills specific to becoming an Electrical Engineering Technologist. You expand your knowledge base of the following:

  • electrical principles
  • codes
  • circuitry
  • industrial control systems
  • computer applications
  • machinery
  • AutoCAD
  • telecommunications
  • electronics
  • instrumentation and robotics

Take on a complex project, either in partnership with an industry client or based on your own research interest, and use project management skills learned in the program to analyze and solve it. Complete your project by creating deliverables, monitoring and controlling project resources, and presenting results both orally and through written presentations.

Electives during this program help you specialize in either automation or utilities.

OACETT (Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists) recognizes this program as meeting the academic requirements for certification in the Certified Technician (C.Tech) category. While a student, you are encouraged to register as an Associate member of OACETT.

Students also have the option to gain real-world experience through a paid co-operative education (co-op) work term (see Additional Information for more details). Please note that places in the co-op work term are subject to availability and academic eligibility. Please note admission to the co-op program does not guarantee a co-op placement.

Upon graduation, you may find employment in many different areas of the Electrical Engineering Technology field. You may have titles such as:

  • Electrical Designer
  • Electrical Technologist
  • Electrical Engineering Technologist
  • AutoCAD Draftsperson
  • Project Estimator
  • Control System Designer
  • InstrumentatioN Controls Technologist
  • Building Automation Engineering Technologist
  • Telecommunication Quality Assurance Technologist

If you choose to pursue further studies, you may be eligible to take a summer-bridge program and transfer your diploma credits towards entering into the third year of Lakehead University's Electrical Engineering Degree program.

Courses

Programs at Algonquin 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. Upon registration, each full-time student is provided an Algonquin email account which is used to communicate important information about program or course events.
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Careers & Pathways

Careers

Graduates may find employment in the following areas: design and testing, manufacturing, installation and/or supervision, diagnostics and analysis of electrical, communication, utilities, and fire protection equipment and systems.

Pathways

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Learning Outcomes

The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:

  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 a qualified person.
  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.
  18. Identify and apply discipline-specific practices that contribute to the local and global community through social responsibility, economic commitment and environmental stewardship.

Tuition & Fees

Get an idea of how much each semester will cost with our Tuition and Fee Estimator.

2026/2027 Academic Year

Tuition and related ancillary fees for this program can be viewed by using the Tuition and Fees Estimator tool at www.algonquincollege.com/fee-estimator

Further information on fees can be found by visiting the Registrar's Office website at www.algonquincollege.com/ro

Fees are subject to change.

Additional program related expenses include:

Books and supplies total approximately $1200 in the first year, $750 in the second year, $400 in the third year and can be purchased from the campus store. For more information visit www.algonquincollege.com/coursematerials

Students are responsible for parking and locker fees, if applicable.

All students are responsible to supply their own personal protective equipment, such as CSA-approved safety footwear, protective eyewear, hearing protection, gloves, hard hat, as required in each lab environment.

Admissions Requirements

All applicants must satisfy both College Eligibility and Program Eligibility requirements.

College Eligibility

  • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent;
  • Mature Student status (19 years of age or older and without a high school diploma at the start of the program). Eligibility may be determined by academic achievement testing, for which a fee will be charged.

Program Eligibility

  • English, Grade 12 (ENG4C or equivalent).
  • Mathematics, Grade 12 (MAP4C or equivalent) or Grade 11 (MCF3M or equivalent).
  • Applicants with international transcripts must provide proof of the subject-specific requirements noted above and may be required to provide proof of language proficiency. Domestic applicants with international transcripts must be evaluated through the International Credential Assessment Service of Canada (ICAS) or World Education Services (WES).
  • IELTS-International English Language Testing Service (Academic) Overall band of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each band; OR TOEFL Internet-based (iBT) tests taken prior to January 21, 2026 overall 80, with a minimum in each component: Reading 20; Listening 20; Speaking 20; Writing 20; OR TOEFL Internet-based (iBT) tests taken after January 21, 2026 overall 4, with a minimum in each component: Reading 4; Listening 4; Speaking 4; Writing 4; OR Duolingo English Test (DET) Overall 110, minimum of 110 in Literacy and no score below 95.

Should the number of qualified applicants exceed the number of available places, applicants will be selected on the basis of their proficiency in English and mathematics.

Application Information

ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
Program Code 0318X03FWO

Applications to full-time day programs must be submitted with official transcripts showing completion of the academic admission requirements through:

ontariocolleges.ca
60 Corporate Court
Guelph, Ontario N1G 5J3
1-888-892-2228

Students currently enrolled in an Ontario secondary school should notify their Guidance Office prior to their online application at www.ontariocolleges.ca.

Applications for Fall Term and Winter Term admission received by February 1 will be given equal consideration. Applications received after February 1 will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis as long as places are available.

International applicants please visit this link for application
process information: https://algonquincollege.my.site.com/myac360/s/

For further information on the admissions process, please visit:
Admissions - Registrar's Office https://algonquincollege.com/ro/admissions/

Additional Information

Program Resources

Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) RequirementsArchived Program Information Academic CalendarVirtual TourProgram Overview PDF

CO-OP INFORMATION
All applicants apply directly to the non-co-op version of this program through OntarioColleges.ca or the International Application Portal. Eligible students may choose to apply to the co-op option two academic terms before their first co-op work term, subject to availability and academic standing.

Co-operative education (Co-op) provides students with the opportunity to integrate classroom learning with real-world experience through paid, program-related work terms.

Two academic terms before their first co-op work term, students must actively participate in and complete a self-directed co-op preparation course, including required readiness activities and workshops.

Students are responsible for conducting a guided, self-directed job search and securing approved, paid co-op employment related to their program of study. Co-op students compete for positions alongside students from Algonquin College and other Canadian and international colleges and universities. While Algonquin College's Co-op & Career Centre supports students by developing co-op opportunities and providing guidance throughout the process, employment is not guaranteed.

Co-op work opportunities may require students to relocate. All costs associated with participation-including travel, accommodation, work permits, visa applications, and other related expenses-are the responsibility of the student.

Co-op work terms are typically 14 weeks in duration and are completed during academic terms when students are not enrolled in classes. For details about the number and timing of co-op work terms in your program, please refer to the Courses tab on your program's webpage.

International students are responsible for ensuring they meet all co-op work permit requirements before participating in a co-op work term. Additional information is available at: www.algonquincollege.com/international/student-handouts

For more information about co-op programs, expectations, and general and program-specific co-op eligibility criteria, visit: www.algonquincollege.com/coop-career-centre

With department approval, students who maintain a college-prescribed academic standing my take part in two cooperative placements. Co-op work term 1 is at the end of level 03.

Students are trained on a Windows-based platform which is the industry standard in the field of engineering. Mac platforms are not acceptable because they are not compatible with the hardware and software used in this program.

OACETT (Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists) recognizes this program as meeting the academic requirements for certification in the Certified Technician (C.Tech) category. Students are encouraged to register as Associate members of OACETT. Additional requirements to become fully certified (work experience, the OACETT Professional Practice Examination, peer references, etc.) are the jurisdiction of OACETT.

Levels 05 and 06 include a technology project. Important elements of planning, project selection and team assignment occur at the end of Level 04, usually in April. Students registering for the program after this time may have a limited opportunity for industrial partnerships and inter-professional learning.

Contact

Kathryn Reilander

Program Coordinator

reilank@algonquincollege.com

613-727-4723, ext. 3431

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