This red seal program offers training in how to install, alter and maintain electrical systems that are designed to provide heat, light, power, control, signals or fire alarms for all types of buildings and structures. Some of the duties include:
- Read and interpret electrical, mechanical and architectural drawings
- Determine code specifications for writing layouts
- Cut, thread, bend, assemble and install conduits
- Position, maintain and install distribution and control equipment
- Safely test circuits to ensure integrity
OUTCOMES
- Demonstrate safe work practices and personal protection.
- Use and maintain tools and equipment.
- Analyze electrical theory and its application to lighting, power and control equipment.
- Interpret instructions given in plans and specifications pertaining to electrical installations.
- Demonstrate problem solving skills involving electrical systems.
- Conduct trouble shooting to maintain electrical systems and equipment.
Note: This program may not be suitable for applicants who do not have normal color perception.
ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
Eligibility for admission requires the applicant to meet one of the following academic criteria:
1.
High School
High School Graduation
2.
Adult Basic Education
Adult Basic Education (Level III) Graduation with General College Profile (or Business Related College Profile or Degree and Technical Profile). It is strongly recommended that courses include the following:
i. Mathematics 1102A, 1102B, 1102C and 2102A, 2102B, 2102C or 3102A, 3102B and 3102C
ii. Science 3101, 3102, 3103
3.
Comprehensive Arts and Science (CAS) Trades
Comprehensive Arts and Science (Trades) Certificate
4.
Mature Student Requirements
Applicants who do not meet the education prerequisites for this program, must be at least 19 years of age at the time of application and out of school for at least one year may be considered on an individual basis under the Mature Student Requirements; for more information regarding the Mature Student Requirements please refer to
Procedure AC-102-PR Admission.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Graduates may find employment in the following areas:
- Residential electrical companies
- Industrial electrical companies
- Mining
- Pulp and Paper
- Oil and gas
| COURSES |
|
|
| CODE |
TITLE |
|
| Level 1 |
Pre-Employment |
Hrs |
| TS1520 |
WHMIS |
6 |
| TS1530 |
Standard First Aid |
14 |
| ER1101 |
Hoisting, Lifting and Rigging |
18 |
| ER1105 |
Access Equipment |
12 |
| ER1112 |
Tools and Equipment |
15 |
| ER1140 |
DC Theory |
30 |
| ER1151 |
Series and Parallel DC Circuits |
45 |
| ER1161 |
Introduction to the Canadian Electrical Code |
24 |
| ER1170 |
Voltage Drop & Power Loss |
30 |
| ER1180 |
Single Phase Theory |
60 |
| ER1190 |
Three Phase Theory |
30 |
| ER1202 |
Drawings, Schematics & Specifications |
30 |
| ER1212 |
Electrical Drawings and Schematics |
30 |
| ER1221 |
Conduit, Tubing and Fittings |
30 |
| ER1231 |
Conductors and Cables |
30 |
| ER1242 |
Fundamental Wiring |
60 |
| ER1250 |
Protective Devices |
30 |
| ER1262 |
Transformers |
60 |
| ER1271 |
Single Phase Service Entrance |
30 |
| ER1281 |
Three Phase Service Entrance |
30 |
| ER1341 |
Fire Alarms |
20 |
| ER1371 |
Distribution Equipment |
17 |
| ER1411 |
Safety |
30 |
| ER1570 |
Grounding and Bonding |
6 |
| ER1580 |
Job Planning |
6 |
| ER1590 |
Introduction to Communication and Trade Documentation |
6 |
| ER2001 |
Raceways, Wireways and Busways |
30 |
| ER2011 |
Lighting Systems and Controls |
25 |
| ER2022 |
Single-Phase Motors |
30 |
| ER2134 |
Communication Systems |
20 |
| ER2142 |
Security Systems |
10 |
| ER2351 |
Electric Surface Heating Systems |
15 |
| ER2391 |
Fiber Optics |
18 |
| ELE120 |
Support Components |
6 |
| ELE130 |
Mentoring I |
6 |
| OT1150 |
Work Term |
80 |
| AM1000 |
Introduction to Essential Skills |
9 |
| AM1101 |
Math Essentials |
42 |
| AM1161 |
Electrician Math Fundamentals |
42 |
| CM2161 |
Communication Essentials |
36 |
| SD1761 |
Workplace Essentials |
24 |
| MC1062 |
Computer Essentials |
15 |
| AP1102 |
Introduction to Apprenticeship |
12 |
A certificate from College of the North Atlantic will be awarded upon successful completion of pre-employment level courses.
APPRENTICESHIP
Upon completion of the pre-employment certificate program, a graduate may pursue Red Seal Certification by finding employment, registering as an “Apprentice” and completing the following Advanced Level training and required work experience. The apprenticeship may take 4-5 years and would lead to Journeyperson status in the trade.
For more information regarding apprenticeship refer to
www.aes.gov.nl.ca
| Level 2 |
Advanced Level (Construction/Industrial) |
Hrs |
| ELE-220 |
Job Planning |
6 |
| ELE-225 |
Voltage Drop and Power Loss |
30 |
| ELE-230 |
Environmental and Hazardous Installations |
24 |
| ELE-235 |
DC Generating Systems |
12 |
| ELE-240 |
Single-Phase AC Circuits II |
27 |
| ELE-245 |
Protective Devices |
24 |
| ELE-250 |
Extra-Low Voltage Transformers |
6 |
| ELE-255 |
Low-Voltage Single-Phase Transformers |
12 |
| ELE-260 |
Renewable Energy and Storage Systems I |
9 |
| ELE-265 |
Exit and Emergency Lighting Systems |
12 |
| ELE-270 |
Heating, Ventilation and Air-Conditioning Systems |
18 |
| ELE-275 |
Heating, Ventilation and Air-Conditioning System Controls |
12 |
| ELE-280 |
Electric Heating Systems |
12 |
| ELE-285 |
Electric Heating System Controls |
12 |
| ELE-290 |
Cathodic Protection Systems |
6 |
| ELE-295 |
DC Motors |
12 |
| ELE-300 |
Motor Starters I |
6 |
| ELE-305 |
Motor Control Devices I |
12 |
| ELE-310 |
Drawings, Schematics and Specifications II |
12 |
| ELE-315 |
Lighting Protection Systems |
6 |
| |
|
|
| Level 3 |
Advanced Level (Construction/Industrial) |
Hrs |
| ELE-320 |
Three-Phase Theory |
30 |
| ELE-325 |
Ground Fault Detection Systems I |
12 |
| ELE-330 |
Three-Phase Services |
12 |
| ELE-335 |
Three-Phase Power Distribution Equipment |
18 |
| ELE-340 |
AC Generating Systems |
18 |
| ELE-345 |
Low-Voltage Three-Phase Transformers |
18 |
| ELE-350 |
High Voltage Transformers |
12 |
| ELE-355 |
Motor Starters II |
18 |
| ELE-360 |
Motor Control Devices II |
24 |
| ELE-365 |
Single-Phase Motors I |
18 |
| ELE-370 |
Three-Phase Motors I |
18 |
| ELE-375 |
DC Motors II |
12 |
| ELE-380 |
AC Drives |
18 |
| ELE-385 |
DC Drives |
12 |
| |
|
|
| Level 4 |
Advanced Level (Construction) |
Hrs |
| CEL-400 |
Mentoring II |
3 |
| CEL-405 |
Grounding and Bonding Systems II |
6 |
| CEL-410 |
Power Conditioning, UPS and Surge Suppression Systems |
15 |
| CEL-415 |
High Voltage Equipment |
12 |
| CEL-420 |
High Voltage Cables |
12 |
| CEL-425 |
Renewable Energy and Storage Systems II |
12 |
| CEL-430 |
Lighting Standards |
6 |
| CEL-435 |
Airport Runway Lighting Systems and Controls |
6 |
| CEL-440 |
Traffic Signal Lights and Controls |
6 |
| CEL-445 |
Single-Phase Motors II |
6 |
| CEL-450 |
Three-Phase Motors II |
6 |
| CEL-455 |
DC Motors III |
6 |
| CEL-460 |
Commissioning and Decommissioning Systems |
12 |
| CEL-465 |
Automated Control Systems |
30 |
| CEL-470 |
Fire Alarm Systems |
12 |
| CEL-475 |
Security and Surveillance Systems |
6 |
| CEL-480 |
Communication Systems |
6 |
| CEL-485 |
Communication Systems Public Address and Intercom |
3 |
| CEL-490 |
Communication Systems (Nurse Call Systems) |
3 |
| CEL-495 |
Building Automation and Control Systems |
12 |
| CEL-500 |
Program Review |
30 |
| |
|
|
| Level 4 |
Advanced Level (Industrial) |
Hrs |
| IEL-400 |
Mentoring II |
3 |
| IEL-405 |
Ground Fault Detection Systems II |
3 |
| IEL-410 |
Power Conditioning, UPS and Surge Suppression Systems |
18 |
| IEL-415 |
High Voltage Equipment |
18 |
| IEL-420 |
High Voltage Cables |
12 |
| IEL-425 |
Renewable Energy and Storage Systems II |
12 |
| IEL-430 |
Single-Phase Motors II |
6 |
| IEL-435 |
DC Motors III |
6 |
| IEL-440 |
Three-Phase Motors II |
6 |
| IEL-445 |
Commissions and Decommissions Systems |
18 |
| IEL-450 |
Fire Alarm Systems |
12 |
| IEL-455 |
Security and Surveillance Systems |
12 |
| IEL-460 |
Communication Systems |
6 |
| IEL-465 |
Communication Systems (Public Address/Intercom) |
6 |
| IEL-470 |
Communication Systems (Nurse Call Systems) |
6 |
| IEL-475 |
Building Automation and Control Systems |
12 |
| IEL-480 |
Predictive/Preventative Maintenance |
12 |
| IEL-485 |
Automated Control Systems |
60 |
| IEL-490 |
Pneumatic Control Systems |
18 |
| IEL-495 |
Hydraulic Circuits and Control Systems |
12 |
| IEL-500 |
Discrete and Analog Devices |
24 |
| IEL-505 |
Process Control |
30 |
| IEL-510 |
Environmental Control Systems |
18 |
| IEL-515 |
Program Review |
30 |