Electrical Engineering Technology
Learn to harness the innovative technology that powers industry and essential services.
Develop the technical skills and versatile knowledge you need to start a successful career designing, creating and maintaining devices as part of the electrical industry.
Join a global network of professionals using their analytical and practical skills to advance established and emerging electrical systems and develop cutting-edge generation, transmission and distribution technology.
The Electrical Engineering Technology (EET) program prepares you for employment as an engineering technologist in this rapidly evolving industry. Through focused classes and practical learning labs, you’ll develop in-depth knowledge and versatile skills in design, installation, maintenance, production, technical support and sales. You’ll collaborate with passionate instructors to discover a wide range of employment opportunities, build specialized skills and explore the electrification of new economic sectors such as transportation.
Before graduating, you’ll integrate your learning through industry co-op opportunities and build the work experience and industry connections you need to start a successful career and enhance your career mobility.
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Program TypeFull-time
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CredentialDiploma
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Program DeliveryProgram courses are delivered in person. See locations to understand where this program’s courses are being delivered.In-person
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In-person LocationsExchange District Campus and Notre Dame Campus
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IntakesFall and Winter
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Program Length28 months
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Total Tuition / Fees for CoursesEstimated total tuition fees for all terms of this program. Other fees not included in this total include textbooks, supplies, application fee, etc. Learn more ›$17,000 – $18,800
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How to EnrolThis program requires a formal application. Find out how to apply ›Application required
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Application TypeRRC Polytech programs have different types of applications. Learn more about application types ›Regular admission
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Work-Integrated LearningWork-integrated learning includes opportunities like co-op, field and clinical placements, internships and industry projects.Gain hands-on experience with real work opportunities
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Indigenous PathwayAn Indigenous Pathway program is available. Learn more ›Program pathway available to Indigenous learners
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International ProgramFind out about the services and supports available to international students. Learn more ›Open to students from around the globe
Choose Your Specialty
Graduate From One of Our Specialization Programs
The Electrical Engineering Technology program serves as a common first year for three second-year specialization programs: Electrical Engineering Technology, Electronic Engineering Technology and Instrumentation and Control Engineering Technology.
Electrical Engineering Technology
Harness high voltage and large currents to explore electrical generation, transmission and distribution technology. Gain experience with the programmable logic controllers, motor drives, transformers and communication systems that drive manufacturing systems.
Electronic Engineering Technology
Investigate analog and digital circuits and explore high-frequency circuits, microprocessor programming and interfacing, control systems, printed circuit boards, digital network communications and signal processing technology.
Instrumentation Engineering Technology
Analyze automated systems, using automation and process control to integrate electrical, mechanical, electronic and chemical systems and allowing instruments to measure, record and control industrial processes.
Experience a Polytechnic Education
Full-time Delivery: Something New Every Term
In this program, you’ll develop the analytical and technical skills needed to design, analyze and operate various electrical systems. As you explore your specialization, you’ll build versatile collaboration and communication skills and prepare yourself for lifelong learning and career advancement.
TERM 1
Develop fundamental math, physics, technical communication and safety skills while exploring computer and electrical systems.
TERM 2
Expand your knowledge and explore advanced concepts in math and physics, electric circuits, computer programming and hardware use.
TERM 3
Gain real work experience and build industry connections through an optional co-op placement before selecting your specialization program at the end of year one.
Term 4
Choose to continue in Electrical Engineering Technology as your specialization program. Explore electrical machines, power electronics and programmable logic controllers (PLCs).
Term 5
Learn introductory power systems, and electrical code and wiring while exploring advanced topics in electrical machines, power electronics and PLCs.
Term 6
Complete a mandatory co-op placement with an employer to build practical experience and industry connections.
Term 7
Complete a final project and report to integrate your learning while building professional skills and exploring advanced topics in power electronics and power systems.
Employment Potential
Prepare yourself for career success
Potential Grad CAREERS
- Designer, circuit – railway
- Trouble-shooter, quality control
- Technologist, design – electrical
- Repairer, electrical production
- Technologist, power line construction
- Technologist, transformers tester
- Repairer, research laboratory equipment
- Technologist, power distribution
- Electrical design technologist
- Technologist, power control
- Technologist, protection control
- Technologist, lines distribution design
- Technologist, QC (quality control)
- Technologist, tester, calibration
- Technologist, underground power distribution
- Technologist, design – electrical
- Technologist, production support
- Technologist, power line
- Technologist, radio frequency
What to Expect in This Program
Get Prepared for the Future of Work
Excel with small class sizes, practical learning and experienced instructors, all focused on your success. With an employer-driven education, you won’t just be ready for a career – you’ll be prepared to stay in front of what’s ahead.
Graduate Success
The Electrical Engineering Technology program prepares you for entry-level employment as an engineering technologist in the electrical industry, with careers in electrical utility systems, consulting engineering and electrical manufacturing. RRC Polytech trains EET students to be highly skilled, safe and career ready as soon as they graduate.
The statistics below represent the opinions and employment statuses of this program’s recent grads. They were retrieved from the 2019-2020 RRC Polytech Graduate Satisfaction and Employment Report.
$52K – AVERAGE NEW GRAD SALARY
RRC Polytech’s combination of practical skills, foundational knowledge, industry connections and state-of-the-art equipment ensure you graduate ready to work, innovate and adapt to new opportunities.
90% – NEW GRADS HIRED
RRC Polytech connects you with your community and industry through a variety of student supports and networking opportunities. In addition to these community events, Electrical Engineering Technology’s co-op work terms provide direct work experience and connect you with employers face-to-face.
82% – SATISFIED WITH RRC POLYTECH EDUCATION
Our passionate, industry-experienced instructors are focused on making sure you succeed. Using their years of work experience and expertise, they ensure your education is up-to-date, relevant and surpasses expectations.
“I gained technical and hands-on skills in class and the practical lab class. The final project… gave me a chance to build my problem-solving and teamwork abilities.”
Sophie Shi – Junior Electrical Designer
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Who Should Enrol?
Turn your talents into academic success
As an Electrical Engineering Technology student, you are curious and want to develop a more profound, practical understanding of technology and the systems that enhance our lives. You enjoy working with your hands, fixing and improving anything and everything. If a device or system isn’t working, you want the skills and knowledge to fix it.
Students that excel in this program often share these interests, skills and personality traits.
PERSONALITY TRAITS
- Level-headed
- Logical thinker
- Results-oriented
- Technical thinker
SKILLS
- Commitment
- Instruction following
- Mathematics
- Problem solving
- Time management
INTERESTS
- Programming
- Circuits
- Science
- Technology
- Computers
- Electricity
- Alternative energy
- Motors
- Power
- Logic
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