Electronics Engineering Technician
| Study location | Canada, Ontario, Cambridge |
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| Type | Diploma, College |
| Nominal duration | 2 years |
| Study language | English |
| Course code | 0064 |
| Tuition fee | CA$16,570 per year The fee is for the 2022–2023 academic year and includes tuition (CA$13,750), health insurance and ancillary charges. The fees displayed are estimates for two semesters and are subject to change. |
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| Registration fee | CA$400 one-time The registration fee includes the non-refundable application fee (CA$100) and the refundable deposit fee (CA$300). Please REVIEW the EdviseCanada`s fee policy. |
| Entry qualification | High School / Secondary Education (or higher) To be eligible for admission, you must possess a high school diploma including these required courses (or equivalents):
Note: Grade 11 Physics or Science or Conestoga College Preparatory Physics are desirable but not mandatory. The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. |
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| Language requirements | English For direct admission, you must be from an English-speaking country or, you must provide one of the English language proficiency tests below:
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Overview
Graduates from the Electronics/Computer/Telecommunications Engineering Technician/Technology programs work with electronic, computer and communications equipment and systems. They are technical experts and problem solvers. Many of our graduates report that they enjoy the creative aspects of the job and seeing projects come to life. The three programs have the same first year. At the end of the first year, students may switch programs if they desire. Graduates of the Electronics Engineering Technician program are able to assemble, install, maintain, test, troubleshoot and calibrate electronic circuits and systems. Their strong hands-on skills, backed up by solid electronics knowledge, enable them to take on many roles in the industry.
The Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT) recognizes this program as meeting all the academic requirements for certification in the Certified Technician (C.Tech.) category.
The Electronics Engineering Technician program has been recognized by the Royal Canadian Navy and now qualifies for Canadian Armed Forces skill recognition. Students who graduate from this program will receive advanced standing as a Weapons Engineering Technician in the Royal Canadian Navy (subject to successful enrolment in the Canadian Armed Forces).
Career opportunities
Graduates enter a broad range of electronics industries in electronic communications, computers, manufacturing and home entertainment. Technicians are typically responsible for troubleshooting, repair and maintenance. Some examples of positions are test and calibration technician, field service technician, production line technician, and shop technician. Graduates have particular strength in troubleshooting and calibration of electronic circuits and systems.