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Electronics Technician


Location(s):  Regina    Saskatoon   

Electronics Technician is a certificate program. It provides knowledge and skill development in installing, troubleshooting and servicing electronic equipment and systems. Extensive hands-on and practical labs provide you with exposure to current industry techniques and equipment.

You will study:

  • electronics fabrication

  • electric circuit analysis and troubleshooting

  • digital electronics and microprocessors

  • analog electronics

  • introduction to personal computer servicing

  • technical communications



Thinking about this program but concerned about costs? If you are interested in a career as a Telecommunications Specialist in the Navy, Army or Air Force, the Canadian Forces (CF) can help. Their subsidized education plan will cover your education and training costs. While you attend school, you'll also receive a salary, vacation, and medical and dental benefits. To find out more, contact your local CF Recruiting Centre.

Graduates of our Electronics Technician program are eligible to pursue the Telecommunications/Radio Systems Technician Program.

Length: 30 weeks


Why my job is so rewarding...

Career Opportunities

Graduates may find entry level employment in the following areas:

  • installation and repair of electronic equipment (such as in-store point-of-sale equipment, commercial and consumer electronics, security systems, video lottery terminals, audio/video equipment, cable and satellite television equipment, traffic control equipment, dental equipment and office equipment)

  • manufacturing test and repair

  • self-employment


For more information about career opportunities related to this program, contact Student Employment Services at the campus nearest you.

Program Details

Start Date(s): September

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Admission Requirements


Note

  • Physics 30 is recommended


*Revised Mathematics Curriculum Requirement
(Effective July 1, 2013)


  • Minimum of 60% in Workplace and Apprenticeship Math 30 or in Foundations of Math 20 or in Pre-Calculus 20
    (replacing Math A30 above)

  • All other admission requirements remain unchanged



Applicants who do not possess the academic qualifications for a program may be admitted if evidence of probable success can be established through a special admission assessment. Interested individuals should still apply. Applicants are automatically considered for special admission. However, some specific admission requirements may still need to be met. Refer to the ACCUPLACER© cut scores and Post Secondary Success Requirements for this program below, and review additional details concerning Special Admission.



ACCUPLACER ©     

ACCUPLACER© Cut Scores
for this program

75Arithmetic
60Elementary Algebra
75Reading
75Sentence
Post-Secondary Success

Post-Secondary Success Requirements
for this program

One year post-secondary studies plus a minimum of 60% in the mathematics requirement


Admission Method

First Qualified/First Admitted

The First Qualified/First Admitted (FQFA) process is used for the majority of SIAST programs. When we determine that you meet the program's admission requirements, you will be offered admission based on the date you fully qualify for the program. The earlier you provide the appropriate documents and information that qualify you for admission to the next intake, the earlier you might begin your studies. Your application, once qualified, is always considered for the next intake.

Applicants to programs with multiple intakes in an academic year remain in the application pool until the last intake for that academic year has begun. Programs using the FQFA process receive applications year round and maintain an application pool for each academic year. Qualified applicants who are not offered a seat must reapply for the next academic year.

Sponsored programs or programs targeted to specific groups do not accept applications year round or maintain an application pool.

Tuition and Fees

  • For complete details on tuition and fees for this program, click here to access the SIAST campus Tuition and Fee Schedules.

Learning Method(s)

SIAST offers a variety of learning methods for course delivery. The following learning methods are available for some of the courses in this program.
      Classroom

Please refer to the course descriptions for course specific learning methods.


Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) Availability

SIAST recognizes that adults learn in many different ways and through many different means. This includes acquiring knowledge and skills through life and work experience or non-formal training.

Frequently asked questions regarding PLAR for this program are answered in the Fact Sheet.




Transfer Credit

Many SIAST students benefit from transferring credit. You may be eligible to transfer credit from or to another college or university. To learn more, visit our transfer credit web page.



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