Electrical Engineering Technician (Fast-Track)
How To Apply
Program Details
- Program Code3832
- Credential TypeOntario College Diploma
- SchoolSchool of Engineering Technology and Applied Science
- Program TypePost-secondary program
- Program Length1 year/ 2 semesters
- Delivery ModeHybrid
- LocationProgress Campus
- Emailamat@centennialcollege.ca
- Telephone416-289-5000
- Technology RequirementsYes
Program Availability
- Program Overview
- Courses
- Career Options and Education Pathways
- Admission Requirements
- How to Apply
- Tuition and Fees
- Vocational Learning Outcomes
- BringIT
- Program Vocational Learning Outcomes
Electrical Engineering Technician (Fast-Track) program provides a shorter duration pathway for both international and domestic trained Electrical Technicians/Technologists and other related programs to have previous work experience and/or diploma/degree credentials assessed to prevent an unnecessary repeat of courses. Rapid changes in the field of electrical engineering technology may also be an incentive for candidates wanting to update their existing knowledge/skills by taking the Electrical Engineering Technician (Fast-Track) program.
Program Highlights
- Modern labs and lecture facilities at Progress Campus create a healthy learning environment
- You gain experience in producing electrical drawings, as well as diagnostics and analysis of electrical systems.
- The project approach of the Electrical Engineering Technician courses simulates actual workplace assignments.
- You obtain thorough grounding in electrical engineering sciences and skills, including electrical circuits, maintenance of electrical instruments or devices, operation of electrical motors and power transmission as used in the industry.
Program Overview
Electrical Engineering Technician (Fast-Track) program provides a shorter duration pathway for both international and domestic trained Electrical Technicians/Technologists and other related programs to have previous work experience and/or diploma/degree credentials assessed to prevent an unnecessary repeat of courses. Rapid changes in the field of electrical engineering technology may also be an incentive for candidates wanting to update their existing knowledge/skills by taking the Electrical Engineering Technician (Fast-Track) program.
Program Highlights
- Modern labs and lecture facilities at Progress Campus create a healthy learning environment
- You gain experience in producing electrical drawings, as well as diagnostics and analysis of electrical systems.
- The project approach of the Electrical Engineering Technician courses simulates actual workplace assignments.
- You obtain thorough grounding in electrical engineering sciences and skills, including electrical circuits, maintenance of electrical instruments or devices, operation of electrical motors and power transmission as used in the industry.
Courses
Career Options and Education Pathways
Career Outlook
- Electrician instrumentation technician
- Electrical draftsperson
- Maintenance electrician (Apprentice)
- Electrical panel assembler
- Quality control/assurance technician in electrical manufacturing
- Field services technician
- Technical sales representative
- Technical trainer
Education Pathways
Graduates of this Electrical Engineering Technician (Fast-track) diploma program have the opportunity to apply learning achieved at Centennial for credits toward further study at the degree level. Listed below are institutions offering pathways for this program.
Please note that each receiving institution has minimum admission requirements in order to qualify for transfer credits, which are assessed by the receiving institution.
| Region | Institution |
|---|---|
| Toronto GTA | Seneca Polytechnic |
| York University | |
| Ontario | Algonquin College |
| Lakehead University | |
| Nipissing University | |
| Ontario Tech University |
For more detailed pathways information, visit our website at //centennial.adv-pub.moveonca.com/outgoing-home/.
Use the following Education Pathways Checklist as a guide as you explore your options.
For pathways to other Ontario post-secondary institutions, please visit ONTransfer.
Accreditation
College to University Transfer Option
College to University Transfer OptionAdmission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Diploma or degree in electrical engineering or electrical technology, or in a related science and engineering field
Additional Requirements
- Transcript review
- Centennial English Admission Test (must score 160 or 161 for admission)
- Centennial College Engineering Math Skills Assessment may be requested (applicants will be notified individually)
- English Language Proficiency
How to Apply
1. Apply Online
Domestic Students
If you are applying through the Better Jobs Ontario Program, please work with an Employment Ontario service provider. For more information go to Better Jobs Ontario Program.
If you have previously attended a full-time program at Centennial College, you may be eligible for a Program Transfer. Visit Enrolment Services at any Campus for information.
All other applicants must apply online at Ontariocolleges.ca. A non-refundable application fee of $150 must accompany applications. The fee is payable online, by telephone, online banking, by mail, or in-person to Ontariocolleges.ca. For more information go to Ontariocolleges.ca Application Fees.
International Students
Apply directly to Centennial College here.
2. Submit Documents
Domestic Applicants
Current Ontario high school students and graduates from Ontario high schools: Notify your guidance counsellor that you have applied to college and your school will forward transcripts to Centennial College via Ontariocolleges.ca.
Graduates of college/university, or high school outside Ontario but within Canada: You are responsible for requesting that your educational institute sends any required documents and transcripts to Ontariocolleges.ca.
Domestic applicants who attended school outside of Canada: If you are submitting transcripts to meet admission requirements, you must have the transcripts assessed by an independent credential assessment agency such as World Education Services (WES) or International Credential Assessment Service (ICAS). For more information go to Submitting your Transcripts.
International Applicants
Please refer to the International Education Application Guide.
3. Confirm Your Offer of Admission
Offers of Admission are sent by mail to eligible applicants. When you receive your offer, you must login to your account at Ontariocolleges.ca and confirm before the Deadline to Confirm noted in your offer letter.
You may confirm only one college and one program offer at a time.
You must confirm your offer by the Deadline to Confirm noted in your Offer of Admission letter or your seat may be given to another applicant.
When you confirm your Offer of Admission at Centennial College you are given access to your personal myCentennial account where you can check your email, grades, register for courses, pay tuition fees, and see your class timetable.
4. Pay Fees
Centennial fees statements are sent by email to your personal email account and to your myCentennial email account. Fees statements are not mailed.
You must make a minimum payment by the Fees Deadline noted in your Fees Statement or your seat may be given to another applicant.
5. Build Your Timetable (Register for Courses)
Build your timetable (web-register for courses) at my.centennialcollege.ca.
Fall registration begins mid-July
January registration begins mid-December
May registration begins mid-April
Your web-registration will not open if:
You have not submitted your minimum fee payment by the deadline
You received a Conditional Offer of Admission and you have not met the conditions of your offer.
Once you have paid your fees or have made appropriate arrangements, register for your courses online through myCentennial.
Tuition and Fees
Fees noted below are estimates only. Tuition is based on two semesters, beginning Fall 2025.
| Student | Tuition (2 Semesters) | Ancillary Fees | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canadian | $2,721.00 | $1,732.68 | $4,453.68 |
| International | $18,254.00 | $2,230.63 | $20,484.63 |
Vocational Learning Outcomes
Program Vocational Learning Outcomes
Program Vocational Learning OutcomesBringIT
BringIT
Bring IT programs will require students to own and use a mobile computing device that meets or exceeds the recommended hardware requirements.
Note: If you require accommodation for a documented disability, please consider your adaptive technology needs when you select a device for your BringIT programs (click for recommendations). If you wish to access disability services, please make an appointment with the Centre for Accessible Learning and Counselling Services, by calling 437-568-4799, or by email at calcs@centennialcollege.ca.
Have questions? Check out Frequently Asked Questions for our Bring IT Program.
Students from this program will require to own/purchase a device and software relevant to the program:
Minimum Recommended Specifications:
- Windows Laptop with:
- Intel Core i7 processor (7th generation or later) or AMD equivalent processor;
- High-End Graphics Card, VR Ready (Geforce GTX 1060 6GB, or better, recommended)
- 16GB of RAM; 500GB HD;
- USB & HDMI Ports;
- 13 inch Monitor;
- Windows 10 Edition OS
- Recommended:
- Built-in Ethernet Port; Audio/Mic combo;
- A Solid State Drive (SSD);
- 15 inch Touch Screen;
- A laptop with a battery life of 3hrs or better
Program Vocational Learning Outcomes
Program Vocational Learning Outcomes
Program Vocational Learning Outcomes describe what graduates of the program have demonstrated they can do with the knowledge and skills they have achieved during their studies. The outcomes are closely tied to the needs of the workplace. Through assessment (e.g., assignments and tests), students verify their ability to reliably perform these outcomes before graduating.
- 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 on 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.
Vaughan Singh, Electrical Engineering Technology Graduate, Apprentice, 309A Electrician at SRG Electric, Site Supervisor at SHAA ContractorsStudying at Centennial College gave me the practical experience I needed to become employed quickly and broadened my awareness of the possibilities for my future. There is a very supportive, inclusive, and encouraging culture at Centennial where ambitious students receive support to get the most out of their education.
Due to this culture, I became a leader amongst my peers at Centennial: I mentored and tutored students, organized additional training opportunities as the President of the Electrical Engineering Student Society for 2 years, and I earned an Advanced Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology with High Honours. I was able to do everything I wanted to do at Centennial College because the faculty supported my ambitions and helped me achieve my goals whenever possible.
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