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?
Our next in person info session are April 25, May 30, June 27 at 6pm.
Join us at the Interurban campus in the Technologies Building, room 173.
Questions, email the department chair, James van Oort 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.
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
Effective from September 1, 2024, to August 31, 2025
Estimated tuition
Tuition estimates are for the entire program.
Electrical Engineering Technology - Marine & Industrial, Diploma
$15,697 (domestic)
$40,874 (international)
Electrical Engineering Technology - Marine & Industrial, Diploma, Co-Op designation
$17,079 (domestic)
$44,256 (international)
Domestic tuition fees vary depending on the individual course fees for the classes you select.
For International students visit: International Tuition & Fees.
Student fees
In addition to tuition estimates, student fees are calculated based on your enrolment. Refer to: Student Fees.
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.
Admission Requirements
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When you apply you will need to submit proof that you meet the program admission requirements listed above. Where a letter grade is specified, you must have proof of that grade or higher.
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If you have questions about what you can expect to learn in your technology classes contact techinfo@camosun.ca.
Faculty/staff profile
John Yang
Instructor, Electronics and Computer Engineering
yang@camosun.ca
250–370–4213
Technologies Building
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James van Oort
Department Chair, Electronics and Computer Engineering
vanOort@camosun.ca
250-370-4528
Technologies Centre
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Ian Browning
Instructor, Electronics and Computer Engineering
browning@camosun.ca
250–370–4432, 250-370-3329
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Ian Cameron
Instructor, Electronics and Computer Engineering
cameron@camosun.ca
250-370-4439
Technologies Centre
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Justin Curran
Instructor, Electronics and Computer Engineering
jcurran@camosun.ca
250–370–4459
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Trevor Curtis
Instructor, Electronics and Computer Engineering
curtis@camosun.ca
250-370-4431
Centre for Business and Access
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Gurbinder Dhade
Instructor, Electronics and Computer Engineering
dhadeg@camosun.ca
250-370-4450
Centre for Business and Access
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Alan Duncan
Instructor - Electronics and Computer Engineering
duncana@camosun.ca
250-370-4433
TEC 210
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Mel Dundas
Instructor, Electronics and Computer Engineering
dundas@camosun.ca
250-370-4434
Technologies Centre
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Sahitya Yadav Kandur
Instructor, Electronics and Computer Engineering
KasndurS@camosun.ca
250–370–4420
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Wayne Mayes
Instructor, Electronics and Computer Engineering
mayes@camosun.ca
250-370-4643
Technologies Centre
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Godfried Pimlott
Instructor, Electronics and Computer Engineering
pimlott@camosun.ca
250–370–4430
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Todd Rayson
Instructor, Electronics and Computer Engineering
raysont@camosun.ca
250-370-4573
Technologies Centre
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Lindsay Stretch
Instructor, Electronics and Computer Engineering
stretch@camosun.ca
250–370–4650
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Joyce van de Vegte
Instructor, Electronics and Computer Engineering
vandevegte@camosun.ca
250–370–4438
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Phil Vreugdenhil
Instructor, Electronics and Computer Engineering
vreugdenhilp@camosun.ca
250-370-4622
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Mozhgan Moazzen zadeh-Bacon
Instructor, Electronics and Computer Engineering
baconm@camosun.ca
250–370–4623
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For more details, including courses, please see the program outline in the Academic Calendar.
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