Program at a glance
Credential
Diploma
Area of Study
Technologies & Engineering
Study options
Full-time
Work experience
Co-op / internship
Open to International
Yes
Length
2.5 years
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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.

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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.
What you'll learn
Current students wanting information about your program, go to student planning in myCamosun.
Program outline
For more details, including courses, please see the program outline in the Academic Calendar.
Be the change
In the classroom, 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.
What to expect
The program is delivered over five semesters, starting in September and running through to the end of April. You have the option of taking paid co-op or internship work terms but you do not have to decide until later in first year.
The program is rigorous, requiring you to do work outside of the classroom. In addition to approximately 30 hours per week of class time, you should expect to spend between 15-20 hours outside of the classroom per week.
Year 1
In your first year, you'll learn some fundamental electrical theory and apply this to semiconductors. You'll learn to program in the C language and will have completed your first microcontroller course.
Digital fundamentals will be understood and you'll have the opportunity to program PLDs using both a graphical interface as well as by VHDL. You'll also be introduced to a wide range of renewable energy technologies.
Years 2 & 3
In the second year you'll expand your knowledge to include electrical drives and control systems, as well adapting your foundation knowledge to marine-specific applications in engineering, power, and communications systems. In your final term you'll develop your project management skills and showcase your final project at the Capstone Symposium.
Optional Co-op/Internship Designation
As an Electrical Engineering Technology—Marine & Industrial student, you have the option to supplement your classroom learning with the completion of up to three paid work terms. After successful completion of these optional work experiences, you'll qualify for either the Co-op or Internship designation when you graduate.
Tuition and fees
Estimated tuition fees
Effective from September 1, 2022, to August 31, 2023
Electrical Engineering Technology - Marine & Industrial, Diploma
$3,544* (domestic)
$14,430** (international)
Electrical Engineering Technology - Marine & Industrial, Diploma, Internship designation
$3,987* (domestic)
$16,030** (international)
*Figures are approximate. Tuition estimates are for the entire program. Tuition fees vary depending on the individual course fees for the classes you select.
**International tuition estimates are for the entire program.
Financial assistance
You may need to find more than one source of funding to help pay for your education and living costs while attending college. Check out sources of money you don't need to pay back as well as those that need to be repaid.
Curriculum & courses
Admission Requirements
Ready to get started? Get your application in for the September intake.
When you apply you will need to submit proof that you meet the following admission requirements.
Tip: Where a letter grade is specified, you must have proof of that grade or higher.
One of:
- C in English 12
- C in ENGL 092
- C in ENGL 103
- C in ENGL 130
- C in ENGL 142
- C in ELD 092
- C in ELD 097
- C in ELD 103
One of:
- C+ in Pre-calculus 12
- C+ in MATH 097
- C in MATH 107
- C in MATH 115
- C in MATH 173
And one of:
- C in Physics 11
- C in Physics 11 Camosun Alternative
- C in PHYS 151
For more details, including courses, please see the program outline in the Academic Calendar.
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Note: Students who have already completed some course work at a professional institute or another post-secondary institution should submit official transcripts to be assessed for transfer credit.
Contact us
If you have admissions questions contact us today!
If you have questions about what you can expect to learn in your technology classes contact techinfo@camosun.ca.
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Ian Browning
Instructor, Electronics and Computer Engineering
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Justin Curran
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Sahitya Yadav Kandur
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Godfried Pimlott
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Lindsay Stretch
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Joyce van de Vegte
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Mozhgan Moazzen zadeh-Bacon
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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
Campus location
Camosun College Interurban
4461 Interurban Rd
Victoria BC V9E 2C1
Location link
International Admissions
International students please contact International Admissions