Overview
Take the first step towards becoming an Electrician. This first-level pre-apprenticeship program is delivered over a total of 18 weeks from May 23 to September 22, 2023.
In addition to fulfilling the requirements needed to continue in an apprenticeship (pending employer sponsorship), participants will also receive three micro-credentials and a paid placement.
This pre-apprenticeship program is funded by the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD) to develop more skilled tradespeople in response to Ontario’s shortage of skilled workers.
Benefits:
- The funding includes your tuition, hand tools, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and all learning resources
- The program includes an 8-week paid placement
- As an MLITSD-funded program, your level 1 pre-apprenticeship training is automatically recognized by MLITSD
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Program Details
Code
K1129
Start Date
May
Credential
Level 1 - apprenticeship and micro credential in Job Preparedness, Digital Literacy, and Communications
Campus
Kingston
Program Length
10 Weeks + 8 Week Placement
Delivery
Pre-Apprenticeship
Program Start: May 23, 2023
Program Highlights
In this program, participants will:
- Focus on Level 1 in-class, as well as an introduction to secondary trade (3 hours/week) and safety
- Develop skills and knowledge related to the installation and troubleshooting of branch circuit wiring, plugs, switches, and lighting, electrical panelboards, building electrical services, print reading, and electrical conduit systems
- Be introduced to the Industrial Mechanic Millwright trade with an introduction to fluid power, e.g., hydraulics
- Earn three micro-credentials in Workforce Preparedness, Digital Literacy, and Communication. Micro-Credentials are credentials that are transferable across disciplines and can be stand alone as requested by employers or stackable with other credentials to earn more comprehensive credentials
Program Outline
2024-2025
This course will introduce you to the Canadian Electrical Code. You will develop an understanding of the layout of the Canadian Electrical Code Book and apply this concept in locating specific Code rules. You will become proficient within the essential sections to interpret rules and tables and reference the appendices as necessary.
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to: obtain information from architectural, structural and electrical blueprints, specifications, building codes and the Canadian Electrical Code to complete an electrical installation for a single family dwelling. In addition, you will be able to identify and interpret alphanumerical lines and use the metric and imperial scales and be able to convert between them, draw and label a panel schematic for a single-family dwelling. You will prepare a material take off for a single-family dwelling using drawings, specifications and prepare sketches to solve and document construction problems and solutions.
Upon successful completion of Theory ELEC 103, the apprentice is able to understand the theories of current flow; define voltage, current and resistance, as well as electrical and mechanical power and energy; describe the effects of electricity on the human body; explain the principles of common sources of Electro-Motive Force (EMF); analyze series, parallel and combination DC circuits by applying Ohm's Law and Kirchoff's Laws; understand typical 3 wire distribution in residential circuit; understand the function of the Neutral; know the purpose and importance of Grounding and Bonding; describe magnetic lines of force and list their characteristics; describe the relationship between magnetism and EMF; understand the difference between Primary and Secondary cells.
Upon successful completion of ELEC 104 - Installation Methods, the apprentice is able to demonstrate the operation of common hand and power tools; install common switching devices, outlets and enclosures; correctly terminate conductors; demonstrate the installation procedures for non-metallic sheathed cable, armoured cable, mineral insulated cable, rigid conduits, flexible conduits, liquid-tight conduit, electrical metallic tubing, and electrical non-metallic tubing, including supports and tools required; install a 100 amp. residential consumer's service and associated branch circuits; layout a service mast installation; install door, signal and extra-low voltage lighting devices; identify and terminate copper communication and hard wired cables.
Upon successful completion of Instrumentation ELEC 105, the apprentice is able to explain common terms used in instrumentation systems; work with the SI and Imperial system of measurement for pressure and temperature; convert between the four temperature scales; describe the operation, applications and limitations of thermocouples, thermistors and RTD's; install, connect and test thermocouples, thermistors and RTD's; identify deformation elements of pressure measuring equipment; determine the accuracy of pressure measuring equipment; explain relationships between gauge and absolute pressure, and vacuum; explain the operation, construction and applications of typical industrial pressure sensors; identify ISA instrumentation symbols and draw basic process (P) and Instrumentation (I) diagrams for pressure and temperature devices; explain the operation of light and sound meters.
The student will be able to able to identify schematic symbols for North American and European basic logic gates; describe the operation of basic logic gates; use basic logic gates to create digital logic circuits; state Boolean equations for simple logic gates; design and test combination logic circuits; describe the voltage requirements for TTL and CMOS logic circuits; demonstrate the use of R.S. and D type flip-flop; use a logic probe to troubleshoot a digital circuit; demonstrate procedures for soldering and de-soldering; state the standard resistor colour code; connect resistors in series, parallel and combination circuits; describe the properties of N and P type semiconductor materials; explain current, voltage and biasing requirements for silicon and germanium diodes and LED's; demonstrate the operation of a bipolar diode; identify the symbols for and describe the operation and biasing for NPN and PNP Bipolar transistors; demonstrate how a transistor can be used as a switch; demonstrate the common applications for an opto-coupler.
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Requirements
Admission Requirements
The apprentice must have:
- A secondary school diploma or equivalent.
- Begin Application
Other Requirements
There will be four entrance tests in Math, Reading Comprehension, Composition and Mechanical Aptitude followed by an interview in order to gain entrance to the program.
Fees
2023-2024
Your new career pathway is mapped out for you with this program that is not only tuition-free but includes your hand tools, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and all learning resources.
Kingston
Our Kingston campus has seen significant renovation over the past few years, including a brand new Student Life and Innovation Centre that houses a new gymnasium, fitness centre, pub, and more.
Career Opportunities
Construction and Maintenance Electricians plan, assemble, install, connect, and test electrical power distribution and control devices in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. They may design blueprints, sketches, and specifications for the installation of panel boards, switch boxes, pull boxes, and other related electrical devices and pull and connect all the associated wiring for these devices as well. They must be capable of diagnosing, troubleshooting, and providing corrective action for electrical circuits, devices, and machines.
- Earn upwards of $63 per hour in Canada.
- This is a Compulsory Red Seal Trade, so when your apprenticeship is completed, you will be eligible to write the Certificate of Qualification examination to qualify as an Interprovincial journeyperson. The entire apprenticeship process for this trade usually takes five years and awards the professional designation RSE for Red Seal Endorsed.
- Read blueprints, schematics, and electrical code specifications.
- Install, examine, replace, or repair electrical wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, feeders, lighting fixtures, Motors and Generators, and other electrical components.
- Test electrical and electronic equipment and components.
- Maintain, repair, install and test switchgear, transformers, switchboard meters, regulators, and reactors.
- Maintain, repair, test and install electrical motors, generators, alternators, industrial storage batteries, and electrical control systems.
- Troubleshoot, maintain and repair residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional electrical, and electronic control systems.
- May install, maintain, and calibrate industrial instrumentation and related devices.
