Program at a glance
Credential
Diploma
Work experience
Co-op / internship
Study options
Full-time
Open to International
Yes
Area of study
Length
2.5 years
Ways to learn
The essence of high tech
Start in September
Learn leading-edge topics with applied learning to enable you to design Electrical Engineering systems. This program is designed to prepare you for direct entry in the marine or industrial electrical sectors, or you can choose to further your education in engineering at UVIC.
Want more information?
Information sessions are held February-August on the third Thursday of every month.
Join us at the Interurban Campus in the Technologies Building, Room 175.
Questions, email the department chair, James van Oort at vanOort@camosun.ca
Diversify your skills
The Electrical Engineering Technology—Marine & Industrial program provides you with all the knowledge you need to work in a variety of positions within the Marine sector, and industrial electrical field.
You'll develop your skills with electrical devices such as VFD’s, PLC’s and Electrical Machines and will be able to design and document these complex electrical systems that can be applied in both marine and industrial projects.
Career opportunities
As an Electrical Engineering Technologist, you'll be equipped for employment in:
- Computer-aided design (CAD)
- Analog and digital circuitry design
- Design and implementation of programmable logic controller (PLC) control systems
- Analysis, monitoring, control and design of complex electrical systems
- Communications systems design and installation
- Marine electrical propulsion systems
- Technical and sales support in the electrical technology field
Bridge to UVic
You may convert your diploma into a degree by applying to the Electrical and Computer Engineering Bridge.
The eight-month bridge program leads directly into the third year of a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering at UVic.
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Learn More
For more details, including courses, please see the program outline in the Academic Calendar.
Contact information
Electronics & Computer Engineering
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