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Electrical Engineering Technology (Power & Controls) Co-op

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  • School of Engineering Technology
  • Duration: Three Years
  • Start Date: September 2022

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    Locations & Delivery Modes

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    On Campus: All courses in this program will be delivered onsite at a CNA campus or at an approved location. Some courses may have online elements.
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    Blended: Some courses, or parts of courses, in this program will be delivered onsite at a CNA campus or at an approved location, while other courses, or parts of courses, will be delivered online or virtually to students at another location.
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    Online Synchronous: Delivered fully online with live, scheduled videoconference classes. The instructor and the students in the course engage with the course content and each other at the same time, from different locations.
    Ridge Road - On Campus delivery

    Description


    Electrical Engineering Technology (Power & Controls) Co-op is a three-year cooperative education program providing a comprehensive coverage of the electrical power discipline with emphasis on power systems, control systems and electrical design. The theoretical aspects of this program are complemented by extensive practical components that allow students to gain invaluable experience with installation, operation and maintenance practices. This is further supplemented with real-world experience provided by two work terms.
     
    Graduates completing this program are automatically eligible for membership in the Association of Engineering Technicians and Technologists of Newfoundland and Labrador (AETTNL), as well as any similar association in Canada.
     
    Upon completion of this program graduates may choose to further their education by completing a bachelor degree in technology or engineering at one of several institutions that have articulation agreements with College of the North Atlantic.

    Note: This program may not be suitable for applicants who do not have normal colour perception.
     
    ACCREDITATION
    This program is accredited by the Canadian Technology Accreditation Board under the mandate of the Canadian Council of Technicians and Technologists.
     
    The academic credentials of graduates of accredited technology programs are recognized internationally by the signatories of the Sydney Accord.
     
    OBJECTIVES
    Upon successful completion of the Electrical Engineering Technology (Power & Controls) Co-op program the graduate will be able to:
    1. Evaluate, design and specify facility electrical systems such as power, lighting, heating, control and protection.
    2. Design and specify electrical generation, transmission and distribution systems.
    3. Design, test, analyze and commission industrial electrical power control systems.
    4. Coordinate, plan, direct and interface with other electrical industry professionals as part of a technical support team.
    5. Analyze, configure and assist in the electrical design of control systems in commercial and industrial applications employing Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC).
    6. Design and specify electrical systems found in electrical utilities and industrial plants.
    7. Maintain and troubleshoot electrical equipment such as motors, generators, transformers, protection and control devices.
    8. Employ the use of power electronic circuits in the electrical design of commercial and industrial systems utilized by the electrical power industry.
    9. Apply knowledge of current applicable codes, practices and safety standards.
     
    CURRICULUM
    General education consisting of Communication Skills (oral and written), Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Electrotechnology, Engineering Graphics and Technology Awareness.
     
    Specific education in various aspects of the electrical power discipline including power systems, analysis, control systems, equipment and techniques and building electrical design.
     
    Practical education in various aspects of the electrical workshop including shop tools, electrical wiring, installation and maintenance of electrical equipment and correct application of the Canadian Electrical Code.
     
    Work exposure consisting of field experience, gained from compensated work terms, in the field of electrical engineering technology.
     
    CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
    Graduates of the Electrical Engineering Technology (Power & Controls) Co-op program can find employment with a wide variety of companies involved in the electrical industry. Typical employers include production plants, oil and gas exploration production companies, refineries, offshore servicing companies, power utilities, pulp and paper mills, electrical sales and service groups, shipyards, provincial and federal government departments and consulting engineering companies.
     
    Graduates with two years of progressive work experience may be eligible to receive the designation of Professional Technologist (P. Tech) upon completion of a Professional Practice and Ethics Exam.

    CERTIFICATIONS
    In addition to the formal courses listed in the program of studies, students in the Electrical Engineering Technology (Power & Controls) Co-op program are required to obtain the following external certifications prior to the start of Work Term I:
    - Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)
    - Standard First Aid/Heart Start
    - Arc Flash Awareness
     
    *Students should be aware that additional fees may apply to external certifications. 

    ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
    Eligibility for admission to an Engineering Technology program requires the applicant to meet one of the following four academic criteria:
     
    1.  High School
    High School Graduation Certificate with a 60% overall average in the following (or equivalent):
    i. English (2 credits) (minimum 60%) from: 3201
    ii.  Mathematics (4 credits) chosen from:
    Advanced:  2200, 3200 (50% minimum in each course)
    Academic:  2201 (50% minimum), 3201 (60% minimum)
    Note: Students who received a combined average of 70% in high school Academic Mathematics 2201 and 3201, or a pass in both high school
    Advanced Mathematics 2200 and 3200 can be exempted from Math 1700. Students must apply for the exemption.
    iii. Science (4 credits) two of which must be selected from:
    Biology: 3201
    Physics: 3204
    Chemistry: 3202
    Earth Systems: 3209
    Note: The remaining two Science credits to be chosen from the highest Science mark in level 1, 2 or 3.
    2.  Comprehensive Arts and Science (CAS) Transition
    Comprehensive Arts and Science (Transition) Certificate with the following courses:
    i. Math (60% MINIMUM) MA1040
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    , MA1041
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    ii. Two Science courses chosen from one of the following three combinations:
    a. Introductory Biology: BL1020
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    , BL1021
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    b. Introductory Chemistry: CH1030
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    , CH1031
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    c. Introductory Physics: PH1050
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    , PH1051
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    Note: It is strongly recommended that CAS students who intend to enroll in Engineering Technology programs complete both of the Chemistry courses and both of the Physics courses.
    3.  Adult Basic Education (ABE)
    Adult Basic Education (Level III) Graduation with Degree and Technical Profile including the following courses (or equivalent):
    i. English (60% minimum) 3101A, 3101B, 3101C or 3102A, 3102B, 3102C
    ii. Mathematics (60% minimum) 1101A, 1101B, 1101C, 2101A, 2101B, 2101C, 3101A, 3101B, 3101C
    iii. Science from one of the following sections:
    a. Biology 1101, 2101A, 2101B, 2101C, 3101A, 3101B, 3101C
    b. Chemistry 1102, 2102A, 2102B, 2102C, 3102A, 3102B, 3102C
    c. Physics 1104, 2104A, 2104B, 2104C, 3104A, 3104B, 3104C
    Applicants with Adult Basic Education (Level III) Graduation with a different Profile may be eligible for admission to the program provided the appropriate selection of courses including those outlined above have been completed.
    4.  Mature Student Requirements
    Applicants who do not meet the education prerequisites for this program, are 19 years 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.
    5. International Applicants – English Proficiency
    All international applicants must meet the College’s English language proficiency requirements for acceptance into regular programs. The College will accept these recognized tests of English language proficiency (TOEFL paper based 550, TOEFL Internet based 79, TOEFL computer based 213 or equivalent, IELTS Academic Test overall band score of 6.0, or Pearson PTE 53 or greater, etc.).
    If a language proficiency test other than those referenced above was used, applicants can forward for assessment.
    If an international applicant has attended an educational institution (high school or post-secondary) for a period of three years or more where the official language of instruction was English, the English language proficiency test will not be required.
    Note: Some programs may require specific English language requirements and proficiency scores that differ from those stated above; therefore international applicants are advised to please refer to the specific program admission requirements as identified in the College Calendar.


     

    Courses


    CODE TITLE Hrs/wk
    Semester 1 and 2 - Refer to Engineering Technology (First Year)
    Semester 3 (Intersession) Cr Le  La
    ET2100
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    Electrotechnology 3 2 2
    AE1240
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    Electronic Devices 5 4 2
    CI1313
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    Fabrication Techniques/Network Cabling 3 2 3
    The Course and Lab hours per week are based on a 15 week semester. In intersession, the Course and Lab hours will be adjusted to reflect the shorter semester length. Refer to course outline.
             
    Semester 4 (Fall) Cr Le La
    DR2320
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    Engineering Graphics for Electrical 2 1 2
    MA2100
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    Mathematics 5 5 0
    MP2300
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    AC Circuits 4 3 3
    MP2910
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    DC Machines 4 3 2
    DP1310
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    Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers 4 3 3
    PE2105
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    Electrical Practices 2 1 3
             
    Semester 5 (Winter) Cr Le La
    MA1670
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    Statistics 4 4 1
    CM2800
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    Oral/Written Communication Skills 3 3 0
    DP2540
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    Advanced Programmable Logic Controllers 4 3 3
    MP2350
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    Transformers 4 3 3
    MP2920
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    AC Machines 4 3 2
    PE2500
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    Electrical Practices 2 1 3
             
    Semester 6 (Spring) Cr Le La
    MP2230
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    Power System Harmonics 2 2 1
    AE2260
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    Electronic Power Devices and Circuits 5 4 2
    MP1700
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    Control Engineering 2 2 1
    PE2501
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    Electrical Practices 2 1 3
    Students in Electrical Engineering Technology (Power & Controls) Co-op completed MP2230
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    , AE2260
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    , MP1700
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    , and PE2501
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    (6 weeks) prior to beginning their Work Term.
    WC1200
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    Work Term I (minimum 11 weeks) 5 0 0
    The Course and Lab hours per week are based on a 15 week semester. The Course and Lab hours will be adjusted to reflect the shorter semester length. Refer to course outline.
             
    Semester 7 (Fall) Cr Le La
    PR1415
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    Capstone Project I (Seminar) 0 *1 0
    MP3250
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    Emergency Standby Systems and Alternate Energy Sources 3 3 0
    MP3215
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    Power Systems:  Analysis 4 3 3
    MP3110
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    Motor Control Systems 4 3 3
    CI1210
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    Instrumentation Controls & Automation 3 2 2
    PE3101
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    Electrical Practices (Facility Design) 4 3 2
    PR3150
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    Project Management and Financial Analysis 4 4 0
    *The credit hour for PR1415
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    Capstone Project I (Seminar) is transferred to PR1425
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    Capstone Project II in Semester 9.
     
    Semester 8 (Winter) Cr Le La
    WC1201
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    Work Term II 5 0 0
             
    Semester 9 (Spring) Cr Le La
    PR1425
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    Capstone Project II *4 3 0
    MP3225
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    Power Systems:  Analysis & Operation 4 3 3
    MP3150
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    Power Devices & Motor Drives 4 3 3
    CI3600
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    Industrial Process Control 4 3 3
    PE4110
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    Electrical Practices (Facility Design) 4 3 3
     

     

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