You will be introduced to Computer Assisted Design and Drafting (CADD). You will learn how to produce quality engineering graphics using commercial CADD packages. You will create 2D and 3D drawings including multi-view projections, pictorial illustrations, chassis fabrication layout diagrams, building layout and wiring diagrams.

Credit Units: 3

Other Hours: 48

Prerequisites(s):

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will focus on troubleshooting techniques that apply to many situations and occupations. You will use computer simulation software to draw, simulate, and create "what if" scenarios for electrical circuits. You will be introduced to various environment and safety regulations.

Credit Units: 2

Other Hours: 32

Corequisites(s): ENGE 121, LABS 123

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

Your studies will focus on the principles of DC circuits. You will study electricity, current, voltage and resistance; Ohm's Law, power and energy; series-parallel circuits, capacitance and inductance; R-C and R-L circuits. Circuit analysis techniques will be stressed throughout the course.

Credit Units: 6

Lecture Hours: 96

Corequisites(s): LABS 123, MAT 122

Equivalent Course(s): ENGE 120

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory

You will become familiar with illustrating and verifying the theoretical concepts covered in the lectures in ENGE 121 (Basic Electricity). You will perform measurements typical of all technologies in the electrical stream.

Credit Units: 6

Lab Hours: 96

Corequisites(s): ENGE 121, MAT 122

Equivalent Course(s): LABS 120

Learning Method(s): Lab/Practical

You will learn basic algebra and trigonometry from the technical perspective. Your studies will focus on electronics standards and specifications, and algebraic and transcendental mathematics that are foundational to the electrical stream of programs and introductory statistics.

Credit Units: 6

Lecture Hours: 96

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory

Your studies will focus on the principles of vectors, translational and rotational equilibrium, torques, friction, translational motion, angular motion, work, energy, simple harmonic motion, wave motion, wave mechanics, sound, electric forces, electric fields and electric potential and magnetism.

Credit Units: 3

Lecture Hours: 48

Learning Method(s): Print Distance Individual, Lecture/Theory

You will receive an orientation to your program and learn where and how the technician/technologist fits into the workplace and society. You will become familiar with the role of technicians/technologists in society, study and time management skills, increasing diversity in the workplace, principles of sustainability, the impact of technology on society and workplace safety requirements.

Credit Units: 1

Lecture Hours: 16

Equivalent Course(s): ENGM 181, ETHC 183, ORTN 120

Learning Method(s): Prior Learning, Lecture/Theory

Your studies will focus on the basic skills required of the technologist in the workplace. You will examine the communication process and interpersonal and workplace communication techniques. The course content includes technical writing and job search skills.

Credit Units: 3

Lecture Hours: 48

Equivalent Course(s): COMM 191, JOBS 190, JOBS 288, JOBS 290, TCOM 120, TMGT 180

Learning Method(s): Prior Learning, Learn Linc, Lecture/Theory, Web CT/Blackboard

You will explore the use of C++ language with an Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) approach to solve power system problems. Your studies will focus on the fundamentals of program writing using C++ language to analyze and implement an electrical project related to power systems.

Credit Units: 4

Other Hours: 64

Prerequisites(s): TCOM 102

Equivalent Course(s): COAP 222

Learning Method(s): Prior Learning, Lecture/Lab

You will be introduced to digital logic circuit analysis and design including logic gates, flip-flops, memories, logic arrays, number systems, truth table and Karnaugh maps. You will learn analysis and design techniques applied to various types of combinational and sequential logic circuits.

Credit Units: 3

Other Hours: 48

Prerequisites(s): ENGE 121, LABS 123

Corequisites(s): ELTR 221

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

Your studies will focus on semiconductor diodes, bipolar transistors and field effect transistors. You will design, analyze and discuss the circuit applications of each device in its various configurations.

Credit Units: 3

Lecture Hours: 48

Prerequisites(s): ENGE 121, LABS 123, MAT 122

Corequisites(s):

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory

You will learn the principles and analysis methods of AC single and three phase circuits. You will study AC voltage and current, phasor algebra, reactance, series-parallel circuits, impedance, networks and equivalent circuits. Your studies will also include AC power, resonance, passive filters, motors, Delta-Wye and Wye-Delta transforms, balanced and unbalanced loads.

Credit Units: 3

Lecture Hours: 48

Prerequisites(s): ENGE 121, LABS 123, MAT 122

Corequisites(s): LABS 221

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory

Your studies will focus on illustrating and verifying the theoretical concepts you learned in ENGE 220 (Electrical Circuits). You will prepare lab reports in an industry-standard format.

Credit Units: 3

Lab Hours: 48

Prerequisites(s): ENGE 121, LABS 123, MAT 122

Corequisites(s): ENGE 220

Learning Method(s): Lab/Practical

You will verify theoretical concepts from ELTR 221 (Semi-Conductor Electronics) by working with electronic circuits commonly found in electronic equipment. You will conduct experiments on semiconductor circuits such as amplifiers.

Credit Units: 3

Lab Hours: 48

Prerequisites(s): LABS 123

Corequisites(s): ELTR 221

Learning Method(s): Lab/Practical

Your studies will focus on maximum-minimum problems, related rates, areas, mean and RMS. This technical calculus course also includes the rules for differentiation and integration of algebraic and transcendental functions along with their inverses. You will become familiar with determinations, elementary electronic problem solving and other applications of calculus.

Credit Units: 5

Lecture Hours: 80

Prerequisites(s): MAT 122

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory

You will become familiar with magnetism, thermometry and calorimetry, the first and second laws of thermodynamics, linear and curvilinear motion, impulse and momentum, uniform circular motion, simple harmonic motion, waves and sound, and elasticity.

Credit Units: 3

Lecture Hours: 48

Prerequisites(s): PHYS 121

Equivalent Course(s): PHYS 225

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory

Building on the skills you developed in TCOM 102 (Communication in Technology), you will apply basic research skills to create workplace documents. Your studies will focus on the workplace skills of creating effective client relations, conducting meetings and giving presentations.

Credit Units: 3

Lecture Hours: 48

Prerequisites(s): TCOM 102

Equivalent Course(s): COMM 181, COMM 190, TCOM 123, TCOM 190

Learning Method(s): Prior Learning, Lecture/Theory, Web CT/Blackboard

Your co-operative education term will provide you with the opportunity to consolidate theoretical and practical concepts learned in the classroom and gain valuable experience in a work setting.

Credit Units: 0

Other Hours: 0

Learning Method(s): Coop Education Work Term

You will be introduced to the magnetic control of DC and AC motors including the functions, requirements and components of control systems. You will become familiar with developing and modifying motor starters, controllers and protection including auxiliary devices pertaining to pressure, flow, level and limit.

Credit Units: 4

Lecture Hours: 64

Prerequisites(s): DGTL 221, ELTR 221

Corequisites(s): LABS 230

Learning Method(s): Prior Learning, Lecture/Theory

You will study light and sight, factors affecting seeing, and lamp and luminaire characteristics. Your studies will focus on the application of the zonal cavity method of calculation to residential, commercial buildings and industrial plants. Methods to conserve energy will be emphasized. You will practice your skills by designing indoor and outdoor lighting systems.

Credit Units: 2

Other Hours: 32

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

Your studies will focus on a review of the solution of balanced and unbalanced circuits and the principles involved in symmetrical components. You will study the nature of faults and their clearing. You will also study the principles of symmetrical components applied to the problem of fault current calculation in the case of three-phase symmetrical, line-to-line and line-to-ground faults.

Credit Units: 3

Lecture Hours: 48

Prerequisites(s): ENGE 220

Learning Method(s): Print Distance Individual, Lecture/Theory

You will study the application of electronics to industrial controls. Your studies will include power amplifiers, field effect transistors, integrated circuits and operational amplifier circuits.

Credit Units: 3

Lecture Hours: 48

Prerequisites(s): ELTR 221

Corequisites(s): LABS 224

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory

You will study the principle of magnetism as well as the principles and characteristics of the operation and application of DC generators and motors. You will investigate the construction of electrical machines. Your studies will also include an introduction to the windings used in DC electrical machines.

Credit Units: 3

Lecture Hours: 48

Prerequisites(s): ENGE 121, LABS 123, MAT 122

Corequisites(s): LABS 200

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory

Using manufacturers¿ manuals and test equipment, you will learn how to obtain meaningful measurements of electrical quantities and place these measurements in a useful format for engineering evaluation.

Credit Units: 3

Lab Hours: 48

Prerequisites(s): ELTR 221, LABS 222

Learning Method(s): Lab/Practical

You will examine magnetic circuits and conduct tests on various types of DC motors and generators. These exercises will help you learn how DC machines operate and understand their underlying principles and characteristics. You will analyze the performance of DC machines using computer software.

Credit Units: 3

Lab Hours: 48

Prerequisites(s): ENGE 121, LABS 123, MAT 122

Corequisites(s): ENGE 201

Learning Method(s): Lab/Practical

You will work with the various types of electronic circuits commonly found in industrial control equipment as referred to in ELTR 223 (Industrial Electronics). You will conduct experiments with power amplifiers, operational amplifiers and integrated circuit applications.

Credit Units: 3

Lab Hours: 48

Prerequisites(s): LABS 222

Corequisites(s): ELTR 223

Learning Method(s): Lab/Practical

You will examine the magnetic control of DC and AC motors including the functions, requirements and components of control systems. You will apply the theory and skills you learned in CNTR 230 (Industrial Controls).

Credit Units: 3

Lab Hours: 48

Prerequisites(s): LABS 222

Corequisites(s): CNTR 230

Learning Method(s): Prior Learning, Lab/Practical

Building on the graphical and numerical skills you developed in a previous calculus course, you will establish a working knowledge of the basic rules and methods rather than a theoretical understanding of derivations and proofs. You will study some simple applications that are relevant to electrical theory.

Credit Units: 3

Lecture Hours: 48

Prerequisites(s): MAT 223

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory

Your second co-operative education term will build on the experience gained during your first work placement and provide you with additional opportunities to develop skills and techniques related to your field of studies in a real work setting.

Credit Units: 0

Other Hours: 0

Learning Method(s): Coop Education Work Term

You will be introduced to micro-computers and micro-controllers. You will study assembly language programming. Your studies will also include addressing modes, programming logic flow, LCD display systems, keypad decoding, subroutines, reset vectors, memory mapping, port configurations and access as well as analog-to-digital converters.

Credit Units: 3

Other Hours: 44

Prerequisites(s): DGTL 221

Corequisites(s): MAT 237

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

Your studies will be a combination of classroom and lab activities which will help you become familiar with oscillators, power rectifiers, voltage regulation, filtering and power supplies.

Credit Units: 3

Other Hours: 44

Prerequisites(s): ELTR 223

Learning Method(s): Prior Learning, Lecture/Lab

Your studies will focus on the construction, principles, connections and characteristics of operation and the application of single-phase and three-phase transformers. You will also become familiar with the analysis of frequency and synchronous converters.

Credit Units: 3

Other Hours: 44

Prerequisites(s): ENGE 201, ENGE 220, LABS 221

Learning Method(s): Prior Learning, Lecture/Lab

You will study the solutions to first- and second-order differential equations by transformation methods with applications to physical electrical circuits.

Credit Units: 3

Other Hours: 44

Prerequisites(s): MAT 231

Equivalent Course(s): MAT 247

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will study management theory and management practices with specific applications to project, economic, human resource and stress management. Training exercises, cases, videos and other materials will help you develop practical management skills.

Credit Units: 3

Lecture Hours: 44

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory

You will develop a technical proposal and apply advanced research skills to a technical problem. You will use the technical problem-solving process in an applied research project and present your research findings in a written report and oral presentation.

Credit Units: 2

Lecture Hours: 34

Prerequisites(s): TCOM 103

Equivalent Course(s): COMM 115, COMM 182, COMM 290

Learning Method(s): Prior Learning, Lecture/Theory

Your studies will focus on the installation of basic industrial wiring circuits commonly found in industrial plants. You will be introduced to the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC) as it pertains to safety issues when working on or near energized electrical equipment.

Credit Units: 2

Lecture Hours: 32

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory

Your third co-operative education work term will round out the work term experience by adding related work knowledge through the application of theories and practices relevant to your field of studies.

Credit Units: 0

Other Hours: 0

Learning Method(s): Coop Education Work Term

You will be introduced to control systems using LaPlace transforms. Your studies will include a history of control systems, the use of mathematical models comparing mechanical systems with electrical systems. Your studies will focus on closed loop and opened loop feedback, system performance of second order systems, stability criteria, the natural frequency of oscillation and frequency response.

Credit Units: 2

Other Hours: 32

Prerequisites(s): CNTR 230, COMP 245, DGTL 221, MAT 237

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will be introduced to Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) Systems. Your studies will include communication protocols, network systems, contrast of remote terminal units and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC). You will develop analysis and design techniques to create an active SCADA system.

Credit Units: 2

Lecture Hours: 32

Prerequisites(s): COMP 245, DGTL 221

Learning Method(s): Prior Learning, Lecture/Theory

You will study the principles of electrical design and regulations governing electrical installations as stipulated by the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC). Your studies of electrical distribution design for residential, commercial, institutional and industrial occupancies will focus on the electrical service, distribution, feeders, load centers, branch circuits, protection devices and related equipment used on the job.

Credit Units: 3

Other Hours: 48

Prerequisites(s): ENGE 201, WIRE 100

Corequisites(s): DSGN 229

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will be introduced to the design and distribution of transmission lines. You will study route selection, structure design, sag calculations and charts, templates, staking sheets, crossings and cost estimation.

Credit Units: 3

Lecture Hours: 48

Prerequisites(s): COAP 232, DSGN 225

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory

You will focus on the control of AC and DC energy with single and multi-phase rectifiers, converters and controllers including DC and AC motor speed control. You will study current technologies such as power FETS, optical coupling, digital to analog conversion and ongoing changes in technology.

Credit Units: 3

Lecture Hours: 48

Prerequisites(s): ELTR 226

Corequisites(s): LABS 227

Learning Method(s): Prior Learning, Lecture/Theory

You will study the principles, characteristics of the operation and the application of single and three-phase induction motors, synchronous motors and alternators. You will investigate the construction, principle and operation of induction generators and special types of motors. You will also become familiar with the paralleling of generators.

Credit Units: 3

Lecture Hours: 43

Prerequisites(s): ENGE 201, ENGE 220, LABS 200, LABS 221, MAT 223

Corequisites(s): LABS 201

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory

You will study the methods of modern power system relay protection as it pertains to electrical transmission and distribution systems as well as transformers. Your studies will include analyzing basic relaying practices and requirements as they relate to mechanical and computerized relays and interrupting devices.

Credit Units: 3

Lecture Hours: 48

Prerequisites(s): COAP 232, DSGN 225, ELTR 226

Corequisites(s): ELTR 228

Learning Method(s): Prior Learning, Lecture/Theory

You will examine induction and synchronous motors and AC generators. Lab exercises will help you perform detailed analysis of paralleling alternators under varying load and operating conditions. You will also use computer simulation software to study the characteristics of AC machines.

Credit Units: 2

Lab Hours: 37

Prerequisites(s): ENGE 201, ENGE 220, LABS 200, LABS 221, MAT 223

Corequisites(s): ENGE 202

Learning Method(s): Lab/Practical

You will become familiar with illustrating and verifying the theoretical concepts covered in ELTR 228 (Industrial Electronics). You will study power FETs, SCR, optical coupling and phase control. You will also design a VSD project.

Credit Units: 3

Lab Hours: 48

Prerequisites(s): LABS 224

Corequisites(s): ELTR 228

Learning Method(s): Lab/Practical

You will study the methods of setting up, operating and demonstrating the lab equipment to protect electrical transmission and distribution systems and transformers. You will explore the testing of mechanical and computerized relays, implementing basic relaying practices and requirements and interrupting devices.

Credit Units: 3

Lab Hours: 48

Prerequisites(s): COAP 232, DSGN 225, ELTR 226

Corequisites(s): ENGE 232

Learning Method(s): Lab/Practical

Building on the skills you developed in COMP 246 (SCADA Systems), you will create a complete SCADA application Human Machine Interface.

Credit Units: 3

Lab Hours: 48

Prerequisites(s): COMP 245, DGTL 221

Corequisites(s): COMP 246

Learning Method(s): Prior Learning, Lab/Practical