Electrical Engineering Technician
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Program Overview
Electrical Engineering Technician is a two-year Ontario college diploma program. Students will learn the electrical fundamentals, automation, and power generation and distribution. Throughout the program, students will work towards an AutoCAD certification. Graduates of this program will feel confident to wire industrial and residential projects, along with the ability to work on hydraulic/pneumatic systems, programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and industrial automation.
Program Details
Program Code
ELN2
Credential:
Ontario College Diploma
Duration
60 weeks
Start Dates
Locations
Availability
Full Time Offerings
2026 September
London
Open
2025 September
London
Closed
Start Dates
Locations
Availability
Full Time Offerings
2026 September
London
Open
2025 September
London
Closed
Your Learning Experience
Ensuring that there’s power to run our towns, cities, hospitals, schools and the economy is a satisfying and respected career option. If the joy of having a dynamic and in-demand career is your goal, Fanshawe’s Electrical Engineering Technician program will provide the skills and experience to light up your future with limitless potential.
You’ll begin your AutoCAD training and PLC training by learning the basics: electrical fundamentals, automation, and power generation and distribution. While pursuing your AutoCAD certification, you’ll continuously apply the knowledge you obtain from the AutoCAD courses in real-world situations, working alongside your mentors and classmates with state-of-the-art technology and lab access. You'll also study PLCs, power generation and distribution systems, energy management, and conservation. Your skills will be as diverse as the constantly evolving electrical landscape.
By the time you graduate from our AutoCAD courses, you’ll have the skills necessary to wire residential and industrial projects, along with the ability to work on hydraulic/pneumatic systems, programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and industrial automation. Specialists in electrical consumption and conservation techniques have never been more sought after in today’s changing economy.
This program is a two-year, four level program that will prepare graduates for jobs in growth areas as an electrical engineering technician such as electrical contracting, factory automation, power line maintenance and process control. Students will study electrical fundamentals, automation, power generation/distribution and develop practical skills. Graduates will be skilled in AutoCAD, hydraulic/pneumatic systems, PLCs and industrial automation. Throughout the program, students will apply this knowledge in conjunction with the Canadian Electrical Code, workplace health and safety and project management applications. Additionally, students will enhance their interpersonal and communication skills.
Career Information
Graduates of Fanshawe’s Electrical Engineering Technician program will find opportunities with manufacturers of electrical equipment and electrical power utilities as well as the many industrial firms using electrical equipment. Graduates work in areas such as:
- electrical maintenance
- electrical construction
- utility/power/energy sectors
- production
- manufacturing
- field service
- drafting
- quality control
- technical sales
Did you know Fanshawe consistently ranks high in graduation employment rates among large colleges in Ontario?
Here are some examples of career opportunities for graduates of Fanshawe’s Electrical Engineering Technician program:
Electrical Engineering Technician
Responsible for the design/drafting for a wide range of projects including the electrical and control designs for multiple plants, stations and buildings.
Controls Technician
Responsible for the electrical controls and process programming of plant infrastructure and process equipment.
Maintenance Electrical Technician
Carry out installation, repair, troubleshooting, maintenance and upgrading of electrical equipment.
Program Progression
| Year | Fall | Winter | Summer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year #1 | Start Level 1 | Class Level 2 | Off |
| Year #2 | Class Level 3 | Class Level 4/End | N/A |
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Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- Interpret and produce electrical and electronics drawings including other related documents and graphics.
- Analyze and solve routine technical problems related to electrical systems by applying mathematics and science principles.
- Use, verify, and maintain instrumentation equipment and systems.
- Assemble, test, modify and maintain electrical circuits and equipment to fulfill requirements and specifications under the supervision of a qualified person.
- Install and troubleshoot static and rotating electrical machines and associated control systems under the supervision of a qualified person.
- Verify acceptable functionality and apply troubleshooting techniques for electrical and electronic circuits, components, equipment, and systems under the supervision of a qualified person.
- Analyze, assemble and troubleshoot control systems under the supervision of a qualified person.
- Use computer skills and tools to solve routine electrical related problems.
- Assist in creating and conducting quality assurance procedures under the supervision of a qualified person.
- Prepare and maintain records and documentation systems.
- Install, test and troubleshoot telecommunication systems under the supervision of a qualified person.
- Apply health and safety standards and best practices to workplaces.
- Perform tasks in accordance with relevant legislation, policies, procedures, standards, regulations, and ethical principles.
- Configure installation and apply electrical cabling requirements and system grounding and bonding requirements for a variety of applications under the supervision of a qualified person.
- Assist in commissioning, testing and troubleshooting electrical power systems under the supervision of a qualified person.
- Select electrical equipment, systems and components to fulfill the requirements and specifications under the supervision of a qualified person.
- Apply project management principles to assist in the implementation of projects.
Academic School
Program Coordinator:
Brad Smith
International Admission Equivalencies
Admission equivalencies for Fanshawe depends on your country of study. Please enter your location to see the requirements for your country below.
Courses
| Level 1 | ||||
| Gen Ed - Take a 3 credit General Education elective course. | ||||
| Take all of the following Mandatory Courses: | ||||
| ELEC-1124 | DC Theory | 5 | ||
This course introduces both the theoretical and applied concepts of Direct Current (DC) electricity. It is the foundation course for technicians where students will study resistive, capacitive and inductive circuits, and apply the laws and theorems both in the classroom and the laboratory environment. Included will be topics such as Ohms Law, series and parallel circuits using resistors, capacitors and inductors under DC conditions. Kirchhoffs Laws and other electrical theorems will be used to study and solve these circuits. In the lab, the student will use a number of test instruments such as the digital multimeter and the oscilloscope to measure the parameters, thus combining theory and practice. | ||||
| MATH-1184 | Mathematics 1 | 4 | ||
The content covered in this mathematics course for technician students includes essential skills, trigonometry, j operator, fundamental algebra, exponents, and applications to electrical engineering problems. | ||||
| ELEC-1125 | Installation Practices | 2 | ||
This practical wiring course studies the installation of wiring systems used in residential, commercial and industrial buildings. Students will learn to interpret, and gain an understanding of the current Canadian Electrical Code as applied to the construction of electrical systems. Students will design, install and test circuits for lighting, power and control applications. Relevant regulations and codes that govern personal safety requirements in the work force will also be studied. | ||||
| WRIT-1039 | Reason & Writing 1-Technology | 3 | ||
This course will introduce technology students to essential principles of reading, writing, and reasoning at the postsecondary level. Students will identify, summarize, analyze, and evaluate multiple short readings and write persuasive response essays to develop their vocabulary, comprehension, grammar, and critical thinking. | ||||
| CNTL-1017 | Introduction to Automation & Controls | 3 | ||
This course is the introductory to industrial automation. Students learn and practice on common electrical control devices (switches, relays, timers and motor starters). Electrical symbols (JIC and IEC standards) will be introduced. Students will be able to interpret electrical circuit drawings, design basic control diagrams, and acquire practical wiring skills. The electrical connections between control devices and PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) input and output are also examined. | ||||
Tuition Summary
London
[1] Total program costs are approximate and subject to change. They do not include additional fees such as the health and dental plan, bus pass, or general expenses. Learn more about ancillary and additional fees.