Courses
Semester 1
- Drafting Applications and AutoCAD ELCT0090
Units/ Hours: 45
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to: lay out commercial distribution and service equipment and wiring; lay out branch circuit for lighting and equipment; prepare a material take off using drawings and specifications; prepare sketches to solve and document construction problems and solutions; prepare as-built drawings; and, develop basic single line, schematic, and wiring diagrams using AutoCAD.
- Electricity ELCT0084
Units/ Hours: 60
This course introduces students to the fundamental concepts of electricity and electrical test equipment. Topics to be covered include; basic DC and AC principles, such as voltage, current, resistance, power and the laws that govern them. Students will also learn how to work with components such as resistors, inductors, capacitors and test equipment, including digital multimeters, power supplies and oscilloscopes. Upon completion of the course, students will be able to construct and analyze simple DC and AC circuits and use test equipment to verify their operation and troubleshoot them as needed. Students will also be introduced to the basic concepts of semiconductors and the P/N junction diode and to basic digital logic to help prepare them for courses in the following semester.
- Installation Practices ELCT0107
Units/ Hours: 75
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to demonstrate the safe operation of common hand and power tools AND to use those tools to install common switching devices, outlets and enclosures while correctly terminating conductors in a residential construction setting. The learner will further be able to demonstrate the installation procedures for non-metallic sheathed cable, armoured cable, LVT, CAT5, RG6, rigid and flexible raceway installation methods. Furthermore, the learner will be introduced to the basic across-the-line motor starter, low-voltage release and low-voltage protection. This course also serves to introduce network cabling concepts, trade safety, codes/standards and installation methods. In this course, the student will gain the knowledge and skills to safely and effectively install, operate and maintain building electronic systems. These systems include structured cabling, AV, telecommunications, network and security wiring in residential buildings.
- Introductory Computing COMP0345
Units/ Hours: 45
Working in the Windows environment, this computer course introduces you to computer basics (computer terminology, e-mail, file management) and the application and use of word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software using Microsoft Office. Through the extensive use of hands-on activities, you will gain sufficient knowledge and experience to make productive use of computers as a tool in both college and workplace environments.
- Technical Communications COMM0032
Units/ Hours: 37
This course, designed specifically for students in technology-based programs, stresses the development of technical communication as it applies to workplace and academic needs. Students will prepare a variety of technical documents and in the process learn to apply standard rules of usage. Key applications include lab reports, proposals, research reports, documenting sources, editing and proofreading strategies, and spoken presentations.
- Career Essentials ORGB0002
Units/ Hours: 45
In today's competitive workplace environment, organizations need employees and leaders that combine strong intra/interpersonal skills with vocational competencies. This course gives students the opportunity to understand and further develop these essential employment success skills and how to take personal responsibility for managing themselves and their personal and professional relationships more effectively. Students will learn strategies in the areas of self-management, life-long learning, building supportive relationships, time and stress management, diversity, positive work ethic, creative problem solving and adaptability. Development in these areas will increase the chances for success in all areas of life.
Semester 2
- Alternating Current Theory ELCT0087
Units/ Hours: 60
This course will provide the student with a broad based foundation in alternating current (AC) theory and analysis. Through the application of technical mathematical concepts, students will learn to analyze the full spectrum of alternating current. AC power and power factor in modern generation and distribution systems will be explored. The analysis, design, and testing of electrical distribution systems will be studied. Practical application of AC in various circuit configurations and components will be conducted.
- Electronic Circuits ELCT0105
Units/ Hours: 45
This course is an introduction to semiconductors, including the diode family, the bipolar junction transistor (BJT) and the field effect transistor (FET). Applications of these devices are examined including the full-wave capacitor filtered rectifier, the BJT and FET switch and both small signal and power BJT amplifiers. Students learn to design, construct, analyze, and test electronic circuitry at the "breadboard" level.
- Instrumentation I ELCT0101
Units/ Hours: 60
This course will allow the student to select, install, configure, calibrate and test pressure, temperature, sound and light sensing, measuring, indicating and controlling devices using both SI and imperial scales to meet the requirements of the process.
Pre-Requisites
- Safety, Prints and Electrical Code ELCT0077
Units/ Hours: 60
Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will be able to apply the requirements of the Ontario Electrical Safety Code (OESC) which includes the Canadian Electrical code - Part 1 (CEC); identify and interpret the general requirements of the OESC; identify and interpret the OESC requirements for conductor ampacity including free air, above and underground installations, grounding and bonding, wiring methods, Class 1 and 2 circuits, receptacles and lighting in residential occupancies, single-dwelling and dwelling units, pools, tubs and spas, and temporary installations; and be able to calculate the service requirements for a residential occupancy, single-dwelling and row-housing; material take off and preparation of permit application. This course gives the learner the ability to read, interpret and apply information found in architectural plans, specifications, the Ontario Building code and the Ontario Electrical Safety Code, with respect to single family dwellings.
- Developing Effective Teams ORGB0013
Units/ Hours: 45
Teams are a critical component of our personal, educational, organizational and societal lives. Successful teams don't just happen. This course teaches the formula for team success. Students will use effective tools and strategies to help any team become high performing which will better prepare students to achieve successful team membership in voluntary, public or private organizations.