The Electrical Techniques program focuses on residential installations and will provide you with the basic skills to successfully install grounding/bonding for a specified number of applications.
You will learn to assist in the interpretation and preparation of electrical drawings and related documents and how to analyze and solve simple technical problems related to basic electrical systems by applying mathematics and science principles. The use of diagnostic equipment, tools and computers will help you solve basic electrical problems and gain a better understanding of the industry.
Under the supervision of a licensed electrician, as a graduate you will:
- Test and troubleshoot electrical and electronic circuits, equipment and systems
- Ensure health and safety standards and best practices are applied in the workplace.
If you successfully complete this program, you may be eligible to challenge the basic level exemption test for the electrician apprenticeship trade.
Students wishing to challenge apprenticeship exemption exams are required to pay an examination fee.
Note: Shops and classes will be running six days a week. Students may be scheduled to attend shops and classes any day, including Saturday.
Extra certifications may take place outside of regular class time, including evenings and weekends.
PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES
- Assist in the interpretation and preparation of electrical drawings including other related documents and graphics.
- Analyze and solve simple technical problems related to basic electrical systems by applying mathematics and science principles.
- Use and maintain test and instrumentation equipment.
- Assemble basic electrical circuits and equipment to fulfill requirements and specifications under the supervision of a qualified person.
- Assist in the installation and troubleshooting of basic electrical machines and associated control systems under the supervision of a qualified person.
- Assist in testing and troubleshooting electrical and electronic circuits, equipment, and systems by using established procedures under the supervision of a qualified person.
- Assist in the troubleshooting of control systems under the supervision of a qualified person.
- Use computer skills and tools to solve basic electrical related problems.
- Assist in conducting quality assurance procedures under the supervision of a qualified person.
- Assist in the preparation and maintenance of records and documentation systems.
- Install and assist in testing telecommunication systems under the supervision of a qualified person.
- Apply health and safety standards and best practices to workplaces.
- Perform tasks in accordance with relevant legislation, policies, procedures, standards, regulations, and ethical principles.
- Apply basic electrical cabling requirements and install and test system grounding for a specified number of applications under the supervision of a qualified person.
- Identify problems and troubleshoot electrical systems under the supervision of a qualified person.
- Assist in the selection of electrical equipment, systems and components to fulfill the requirements and specifications under the supervision of a qualified person.
Admission Requirements
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or Mature Student Status
AND - Grade 12 English (C or U)
- Grade 12 Mathematics (C, M or U)
RECOMMENDED
- Technical Mathematics
- Grade 11 or 12 Physics and Chemistry
Career Options
WHAT YOU COULD BE:
- Electrical apprentice
- Elevating Device Mechanic apprentice
- Salesperson for electrical parts manufacturer
WHERE YOU COULD WORK:
- Commercial properties
- Network cabling industry
- Residential properties
Program Transfer, Degree Completion and Additional Credentials
Successful completion of the Electrical Techniques certificate program will offer opportunities for further study in additional Durham College programs such as Electrical Engineering Technician; Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Techniques; and Mechanical Technician – Elevating Devices. As a graduate, you may also be eligible to pursue pathways into a variety of Durham College programs in the electrical industry, including electronics and electromechanical.
More Info:https://durhamcollege.ca/programs/electrical-techniques#tabTransfer