Electrician (Construction and Maintenance) (Block Release) [Apprenticeship]
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Program Overview
The Electrician (Construction and Maintenance) Apprenticeship is an Ontario college certificate program. Students will learn the ins and outs of electrical theory and gain specialized skills. Students will learn to read and interpret drawings, install conduit and connect wire. Students will have the opportunity to apply their skills on-site through the apprenticeship component. Graduates will feel confident in laying out, connecting, repairing and maintaining electrical systems.
Program Details
Program Code
ELA6
Credential:
Ontario College Certificate
Upcoming Offerings
There are currently no active offers for this program. Please review the upcoming intakes table to find upcoming dates for this program.
Your Learning Experience
The power that runs our cities, towns, and the economy relies on skilled professionals. Fanshawe’s Electrician – Construction/Maintenance (Block Release) [Apprenticeship] program will give your career dreams the spark they need.
As a career, construction and maintenance electricians lay out, connect, repair and maintain an electrical system and equipment. You’ll work with cutting-edge technology, learning the ins and outs of electrical theory along with specialized technical skills. As well, you’ll be trained to maintain digital networks, the vital pathways that connect the modern world.
With the apprenticeship training component of the program, you’ll learn to read and interpret drawings, install conduit and connect wire while following electrical code specifications. If you're ready to work and want to combine technical training with earning power, your apprenticeship will mix workplace-based training under the direction of experienced construction electricians with shorter lengths of classroom or online training.
The modern electrical sector is dynamic and always evolving. The skills you’ll learn at Fanshawe, combined with your work experience, will prepare you for a career as an electrician.
Admissions
This is an apprenticeship program and cannot be applied to through ontariocolleges.ca.
To participate, you must first secure a sponsor/employer in your chosen trade. Once employed, you will complete a registered training agreement through Skilled Trades Ontario. Through the registered training agreement, you can select your schooling preference to complete the classroom training portion of your apprenticeship.
For more information on apprenticeship registration and requirements, please visit:
Career Information
Graduates will find a rewarding and interesting career in their field of choice and look forward to doing something different every day. Career roles could include:
- electrician
- engineering assistant
- research assistant
- control technician
- residential electrical installer
- fibre-optics specialist
- fire alarm specialist
- control technician
- electronics specialist
- repair specialist
- instrument fitter
Did you know Fanshawe consistently ranks high in graduate employment rates among large colleges in Ontario?
Here are some examples of career opportunities for graduates of Fanshawe’s Electrician (Construction and Maintenance) (Block Release) [Apprenticeship] program:
Construction and Maintenance Electrician
Troubleshoot and repair electrical equipment in commercial and industrial facilities.
Electrician
Plan, assemble, connect, install, repair, inspect, test and maintain electrical systems in residential, commercial, institutional and industrial settings.
Learning Outcomes
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Courses
| Level 1 | ||||
| Take all of the following Mandatory Courses: | ||||
| ELEC-1146 | Introduction Electrical Code | 3 | ||
| Upon successful completion, the apprentice is able to navigate and apply sections of the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC). | ||||
| DRAF-1071 | Drawings & Specifications | 3 | ||
| Upon successful completion, the apprentice is able to interpret and use information provided from drawings, specifications and standards for electrical installation and maintenance (single-phase). The apprentice is also able to create drawings and schedules. | ||||
| SFTY-1092 | Trade Practices | 3 | ||
| Upon successful completion, the apprentice is able to summarize trade specific practices related to safety requirements and the use of tools and equipment. Note: The expectation for this reportable subject is that apprentices gain an awareness of safe work practices and jobsite hazards. It is not intended to provide apprentices with the related health and safety certifications. | ||||
| COMM-1163 | Communication & Documentation | 2 | ||
| Upon successful completion, the apprentice is able to demonstrate communication techniques, use communication tools and computer software applications as well as describe documentation requirements (sector specific), strategies for learning skills and attitudes/attributes that contribute to on-the-job success. | ||||
| ELEC-1147 | Electrical Fundamentals | 5 | ||
| Upon successful completion, the apprentice is able to apply electrical principles, concepts and associated calculations as well as demonstrate the following; how to measure circuit parameters, how to build series, parallel and combination circuits and the relationship between work, power and energy. | ||||
| INST-1010 | Installation Methods | 2.5 | ||
| Upon successful completion, the apprentice is able to demonstrate the installation and maintenance of single-phase service, distribution and branch circuit equipment as well as develop electrical schematics. | ||||