Electronics Engineering Technology (EET)

This three-year advanced diploma program introduces you to a broad background in analog and digital electronics, software development, modern communications and control systems. Topics covered include electronic circuitry, diagnostic techniques, microcontrollers, CAD design, automation process control and computer systems, along with digital communications, embedded systems and mechatronics. During the final year, you will focus on applying the principles you have learned to design, construct and test more advanced electronic projects, including a final semester capstone technical project.

• Analyze, interpret, modify and prepare electrical and electronics drawings, layouts and reports

• Select and operate industry-specific electronic hardware devices, equipment and bench technologist tools

• Perform testing procedures to troubleshoot and maintain electronic equipment and systems, including mechatronics and robotics assemblies, control systems, and telecommunication systems

• Troubleshoot and analyze technical engineering problems by applying practical measurement techniques and calculations 

• Evaluate, construct, and test digital logic circuits, microcontrollers and embedded systems, automated technologies, programmable logic devices, and digital signal processing applications

• Design and interface Internet of Things (IoT) hardware devices with software applications and code

• Create electrical circuit simulations, printed circuit boards, mechanical designs and project assemblies using EDA and CAD design software suites

• Apply project management principles and tools to ensure the timely completion of projects 

• Communicate technical information according to operational guidelines, codes, policies, standards and regulations, task requirements, and functional specifications

• Comply with health and safety guidelines and procedures, and assist in implementing and conducting quality control and assurance programs

• Work in compliance with sustainability best practices and ethical principles

Students meeting all academic requirements may have the opportunity to complete an optional co-op work term(s) in a formal work environment. In most cases the work term(s) is a full-time paid position completed between two academic semesters. In programs with limited co-op opportunities, additional academic requirements and a passing grade on a communication assessment may be required for eligibility. Eligibility for participation does not guarantee a work position will be secured. Additional fees are required for those participating in the optional co-op stream regardless of success in securing a work position.