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Diploma of Electrical Techniques

Loyalist College

Belleville, Canada
1 year
English
On campus
Diploma

About the program

A one-year certificate giving foundational skills in electrical principles and building wiring.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (0 year): no
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop foundational and applied understanding of Ontario College Certificate in Electrical Techniques. Practice critical evaluation and communication in the subject. Apply relevant academic or professional methods in appropriate contexts.

Career outcomes

Industrial electrician
Construction electrician
Maintenance electrician
Alternative energy technician
Alarm systems technician
Appliance repair
HVAC technician
Electrical inspector
Railway signal technician

Curriculum

Two semesters: basic electricity
Installation practices
Drawings and specifications
Industrial control
Technical math and trade practices
Then advanced electricity
AutoCAD electrical drafting
Codes
Communications
Control electronics
Distribution systems
An introduction to the Canadian Electrical Code
PLC fundamentals and a global changemaker course.

Entry requirements

Academic

Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent with Grade 12 English (C level) and any programme-specific courses
Or mature applicant status
International credentials may need a credential assessment
English proficiency proof if English is not the first language.
No minimum grade published
Loyalist states OSSD or equivalent with required courses per programme
No percentage.

Accepted academic background

High school diploma (OSSD/OSSGD or equivalent, With Grade 12 English (C) level or equivalent, Some programmes also need Grade 11/12 Math, Biology or other courses) or mature applicant, International credentials may need a Credential Assessment Report (ICAS or WES), Transcripts with word-for-word translations.

Language tests

IELTS 6.0
TOEFL iBT 80
TOEFL PBT 550
Duolingo 105
Cambridge C1 Advanced

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
English Language Test Results (if applicable).

How to apply

Review the program admission requirements. Prepare the relevant academic and supporting documents. Submit the completed application through the institution's admissions process. Provide any further documents requested by the admissions team. Await an admission decision.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$16,695 CAD
Application fee	$110 CAD
Deposit	$1,000 CAD

Program details

Campus	Belleville
Faculty or school	Faculty or school requires confirmation
Department	Ontario College Certificate in Electrical Techniques
Teaching language	English
Credit value	30
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	0 year
Scholarship note	_

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 1 year.